Maria Hupalo

Українка

I practice the art of vytynanka, or papercutting. This is a traditional Ukrainian form of decorative art, to which I give a modern twist, using unconventional materials and working with contemporary themes. I live and work in Lviv, Ukraine. I have an experience of 12 personal and 5 collective exhibitions.

I create monumental abstract pieces using paper as well as non-woven materials. With my art, I seek to communicate the philosophy of dialogue, phenomenology, existentialism, theology of the icon and Eastern Christian spiritual practices. This is related to my another expertise as a philosopher and theologian. From 2022, I also highlight the Ukrainian experience of the full-scale invasion – from the civilian and military perspective, as a trauma and sign of moral endurance.

I am looking to present my projects in Ukraine and abroad to raise awareness about the events in Ukraine and Ukraine’s cultural significance, with an option of selling my artwork.

інсталяція графіка

papercutting (витинанка)