My name is Iana Nikutina, an artist of Ukrainian origin living in Austin, Texas. I have a bachelor's and master's degree in design and art.

Central to my artistic practice is through realistic and semi-realistic depictions of landscapes, flora, and humans. I also devote time to Petrykivka painting* but with my own perspective on it. Utilizing a palette of bold colors and intricate patterns, I reinterpret personal narratives and cultural heritage. My portrayal of flowers ranges from meticulous realism to abstract representations.

*Petrykivka painting is a Ukrainian decorative and ornamental folk painting, which was formed in the Dnipropetrovsk region in the village of Petrykivka. Household items with patterns in the style of Petrykivka painting have been preserved since the 17th century. Today, the famous drawing technique has turned into a brand and was included in the list of intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO.

EXHIBITIONS / ART SHOWS

    • Many Faces, One Force. Solo art show. Ao5 Gallery. Austin, Texas.

    • Many Faces, One Force. Solo art show. Ukrainian fest at The Mason Homestead. Leander, Texas.

    • Mythos. Group exhibition. ArtUs Gallery. Austin, Texas.

    • Holodomor Remembrance Exhibition dedicated to the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Duo exhibition. Parman Branch Library at Stone Oak. San Antonio, Texas.

    • New Beginnings. Group exhibition. Texas State University, Round Rock Arts. Round Rock, Texas.

    • Renew: A Celebration of New Beginnings. Group exhibition. Muse Gallery. Austin, Texas.

    • Holodomor Remembrance Exhibition. Consulate General of Ukraine. Houston, Texas.

    • Holodomor Remembrance Exhibition. Texas Capitol. Austin, Texas.

    • Exhibition “The People’s Gallery” Austin City Hall, Austin, Texas.

    • Pecan Street Festival, Austin, Texas.

    • Art for the People Gallery, Austin, Texas. Exhibition "Grit to Greatness"

    • Ukrainian cultural festival "Ukrainians for art", Austin, Texas.

    • Rest Fest. Dougherty Arts Center, Austin, Texas.

    • Mini Holiday Vibe Market. Dripping Springs, Texas

    • Cowboy Harley Davidson. Austin, Texas. Charity exhibition organized by Liberty Ukraine Foundation.

    • Ukraine charity event organized by Lavelle Family Foundation

    • St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church, Manor, Texas. Benefit Art Show.

    • DORF, Austin, Texas. Benefit Art Show "VOLYA"

    • William Campbell Gallery, Fort Worth, Texas. Exhibition "The Art of Kindness" organized by BeHumanKindness

  • Pinchuk Art Centre, Kyiv, Ukraine. Exhibition Candice Breitz: "You + Me"