Tetiana Yavorska
Born in Ukraine and based in Florida, Tetiana Yavorska is a contemporary abstract artist whose work explores the relationship between structure and freedom, order and life. With a background in pharmacy, theology, and psychology, she brings a philosophical perspective to her art, exploring human emotions, transformation, and the complexity of existence. Through geometric forms, expressive brushstrokes, and vibrant colors, Yavorska creates a visual dialogue between established structures and the unpredictable movement of life. Her work reflects both personal and universal experiences of change, reminding us that even as structures evolve, life continues to find its own path toward harmony and beauty. “Rules exist, but life always finds its own way.”
What is your background and how did you start your journey in the art world?
“In my paintings, I combine geometrical forms with intuitive free style painting. Geometry entered my life unexpectedly, when I was only 15. When in high school, I meant to sign up for geography, but I accidentally enrolled in geometry instead. It was such a challenging class that, at first, I wanted to avoid it like the plague. But that misspelling mistake led me to fall in love with geometry—and it ended up changing the way I see the world as an artist. I was born in Mariupol, Ukraine and have lived in the United States, in Florida, since 2015. My journey into art has been both long and unconventional; apart from my geometry class, it took me through three interconnected fields: pharmacy, theology, and psychology. Each offered me a different perspective on human existence — the body, the spirit, and the inner world. My experience led me to a powerful realization that some of the most profound aspects of human experience are not limited by words, logic and science. I asked myself, how do I describe beauty, love, or the moment when tears speak more powerfully than language? How do I communicate the complexity, imperfections and harmony of the world around me? Painting became my answer. Through abstract art, I discovered a way to express my understanding and perception of the world — to communicate what words often struggle to explain and sometimes cannot express at all.”
What does your work aim to say? Does it comment on any current social or political issues?
“For me, every reality has more than one side; just as we recognize light and darkness, good and evil, we also encounter the relationship between order and chaos as a part of life. To me, these are two inseparable dimensions of human existence. Structure and order represent the frameworks, rules, boundaries, and laws within which we live. Spontaneity and chaos, on the other hand, represents movement, emotion, freedom, and the spirit. In my paintings, I explore this relationship through the interaction of geometric forms and expressive brushstrokes. Geometry symbolizes structure and order, while spontaneous gestures and vibrant color introduce the emotional dimension of existence — life in constant motion. Instead, of addressing a very specific political and social issue, I invite the spectator to have a philosophical discussion about dynamic transformations taking place around us and our participation in such transformation.”
Do you plan your work in advance, or is it improvisation?
“Much of my approach is intuitive. I respond to the movement of the paint, the relationships between colors, and the evolving rhythm of the composition. When I approach a canvas, I rarely begin with a predetermined composition Instead, I have an intuitive sense of structure and how it might evolve or transform under the influence of different forces. I usually begin by selecting one dominant color, which establishes the emotional atmosphere of the painting. From there, I allow the composition to develop naturally. I observe how shapes interact, how one form transitions into another, and how spontaneous, expressive brushstrokes begin to emerge. My creative process becomes a dialogue between intention and intuition, between structure and freedom.”
Are there any art world trends you are following?
“While I am particularly connected to Abstract Expressionism, Geometric Abstraction, and intuitive painting; artists such as Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, and Wassily Kandinsky have been important sources of inspiration for me. When I look at the contemporary art, I am especially drawn to artists such as Jason Hoelscher, Peter Halley and Julia Rommel. As for the trends, I do not believe in following artistic trends simply because they are popular. For me, developing an authentic visual language and remaining faithful to my own perception of the world are far more important.”
What process, materials and techniques do you use to create your artwork?
“I work primarily with acrylic paint, building my compositions through multiple layers and allowing time for each layer to dry. This process helps me create depth, subtle transparency, and a sense of movement within the surface. I want color and texture to breathe and the painting to retain a delicate, dynamic feeling. One of the most distinctive elements of my work is the use of broad, spontaneous brushstrokes. For me, these gestures represent a moment of complete freedom — almost an act of rebellion. They are the moments when I release control and allow movement and emotion to take over. Each gesture carries an impulse, an emotional response, and a desire to move beyond established boundaries. This expressive freedom has become an essential part of my artistic identity and visual language. Occasionally, I incorporate textured mediums or subtle metallic accents, always with restraint, so they complement rather than interrupt the internal rhythm of the painting. For me, the creative process is about dialogue, balance, and the discovery of harmony between seemingly opposing forces – order and chaos.”
What does your art mean to you?
“For me, painting is a language — one that allows me to explore the meaning of events and experiences around me. Art helps me to look at my surroundings from unexpected, unconventional position, almost as I were observing it from above. It also reveals relationships that may not be visible when focusing on narrow details. My work reflects the personal journey. With every new chapter of life, my familiar structures change. One form gives way to another, bringing new circumstances, experiences, and emotions. I move from one system into another, and through these transitions, new possibilities emerge.”
What’s your favourite artwork and why?
“It is difficult for me to choose a single favorite painting because each work reflects a particular moment in my life, my emotions, and my inner state. Every painting holds a part of me, and each is meaningful in its own way. However, one work occupies a particularly special place in my artistic journey titled, Beyond the Rules, 2026. This painting, acrylic on canvas, marks the moment when I first discovered what I now recognize as my own artistic language, my distinctive visual identity which combines geometrical elements with intuitive free style painting. It was the first time I felt that I succeeded in translating something deeply personal into a visual composition. Through this work, I found a way to communicate ideas and feelings about my perception of order, rules, chaos and spontaneity. At the heart of Beyond the Rules is a philosophy that remains central to my practice: Rules exist, but life always finds its own way.”
Have you had any noteworthy exhibitions you'd like to share?
“While I am currently in the early stages of developing my professional artistic career, I have already been invited to host my solo show at the Frame Factory and Gallery in Largo, FL and even participate in in one of the most prestigious reginal art events, Art Fair Tampa. I always welcome the opportunity to connect with art collectors, fellow artists and of course people who love and appreciate art. I believe those connections are among the most valuable experiences an artist can have.”
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