Art has always been a prevalent theme in Viktoriya’s life. Starting at the age of seven, Viktoriya spent her childhood in evening art classes in her hometown of Vladivostok, Russia. From their early years, she was trained as a classical artist and taught sophisticated techniques that led to her winning numerous art competitions before the age of 9. 

She carried her passion for art throughout her high school years and enrolled in a College Art program upon graduation, where she received a diploma in Art Design. Shortly after, Viktoriya aimed to focus on her art career but experienced many barriers and challenges as a Deaf artist in Russia that prompted a needed switch of directions to earn an income. Viktoriya was able to earn two more degrees in Interior Design and Publishing & Editing in an attempt to connect her lifelong passion for art with a career that could provide for her and her family. 
In 2009, upon graduating, Viktoriya moved to Canada. Spending her initial years in Canada focusing on learning English and taking on a variety of different roles, it wasn’t until 2014 that she picked up a paintbrush again. She discovered that the flame of passion for art had never gone away, and was still burning inside of her this whole time. She began painting as a way of expression and continued studying new art mediums - such as glassblowing - to challenge herself and explore new possibilities. 

Since then, Viktoriya has had two opportunities to present her work to the public - her first debut was at the fundraiser for the Cahoots Theatre Company, and her second at the Gala Fundraiser for the Toronto Association of the Deaf. Both events were a great success, with Viktoriya’s work being completely sold out. Viktoriya continues to trailblaze, bringing new methods of art and representation to the Deaf Community. 

Graded from Ontario Art Council in 2016 and 2021 for Professional Development.
Viktoriya was tutoring with a professional glassblowing teacher in Ottawa.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

*same as before, it is great* 

I find beauty in nature. Oftentimes, a lot of my inspiration and tranquillity comes from being in the wild, which I try to capture in my artwork. I aim to convey the brilliant simplicity of nature, it's untamed beauty and it's serenity through my art, aiming to capture both the stunning scenery and the emotional peacefulness of being outside among the trees and flowers.