BEHIND THE SCENES

Tetiana is working in her studio in Mackay, QLD

My name is Tetiana and I am an artist based in Mackay, Queensland, Australia.

I was born and raised in Ukraine where I graduated from a University with a philological degree. I worked in a publishing house in a digital department and then as a project manager in IT company. I was managing design teams and was deeply attracted to graphic design and digital art. After moving to Australia I completed the diploma of Graphic design and worked as a freelancer.

In 2021 I tried to rediscover myself through art. I was experimenting with different mediums and I ended up using air-dry clay, Papier-mâché, beads, wire and cardboard to create the intricate and complex designs of coral reef and marine life. My pieces are one of a kind, they are full of colour and emphasize the beauty of the endless and mysterious underwater world.

I reside in Mackay, Queensland with my husband, 3 sons and 2 dogs.