In the basement of a war-torn home, surrounded by the echo of nearby explosions, an artist was reborn. What began as a desperate search for healing during Ukraine's darkest hours in 2022 has evolved into a distinctive artistic voice that now graces luxury interiors across Europe and the United States. Today, we speak with a …
In the basement of a war-torn home, surrounded by the echo of nearby explosions, an artist was reborn. What began as a desperate search for healing during Ukraine’s darkest hours in 2022 has evolved into a distinctive artistic voice that now graces luxury interiors across Europe and the United States.
Today, we speak with a creator whose mixed-media paintings do more than decorate walls — they transform spaces with what she calls “wealth energy,” a tangible vibration of abundance, freedom, and possibility. Her works, characterized by volumetric textures and symbolic storytelling, have become sought-after centerpieces in penthouses, galleries, and corporate spaces worldwide.
This is a conversation about resilience, the invisible energy that art carries, and how one artist channels her deepest understanding of freedom into canvases that collectors describe as almost alive with feeling. From surviving rocket attacks to dreaming of Art Basel Miami, her journey reminds us that sometimes our greatest calling emerges not despite our struggles, but because of them.
Welcome to a story of transformation, where brushstrokes became a lifeline, and creativity became a language of hope.
Background
To begin, could you share a bit about your creative journey — when did you first realize that art would become your life’s work?
I’ve loved drawing since childhood, but I never saw myself as an artist or imagined it could become my profession. Yet sometimes life — or higher forces — lead us exactly where we need to be.
In my case, it happened during one of the darkest times for all Ukrainians — in 2022, when the war began. We lost our work, our peace, and our sense of safety. My family and I hid in the basement as rockets fell nearby — one even landed right in our yard. It’s impossible to describe the level of fear and stress we lived through.
As time went on, my health began to decline, and I realized something had to change. I started searching for ways to cope with the overwhelming stress. Many psychologists and specialists mentioned one thing — art. Creativity that had always lived within me, but had been forgotten.
So I picked up my brushes again. My fear slowly faded, replaced by peace. Art became my way to heal, to breathe again, and to find light in the darkest days.
You create exclusive mixed-media paintings with volumetric texture and strong symbolic storytelling. How did this signature style evolve?
During the war, we all became hostages of circumstances — losing the ability to work and earn, I deeply felt how the absence of financial stability can take away freedom. When you cannot provide yourself with the basic things we take for granted, you realize how essential abundance is.
At that moment, I wanted my paintings to carry energy of abundance. I began incorporating symbols of finance and luxury into my work, so that the space around them could breathe this energy, filling people with a sense of ease, freedom, and comfort.
Coming from Ukraine, has your cultural background influenced the themes and emotional language of your work?
My paintings don’t include traditional Ukrainian symbols, but my background and experiences deeply shape the emotional energy of my work. Growing up in Ukraine and living through challenging times, especially the war, taught me resilience, the importance of freedom, and the power of creating joy even in difficult circumstances.
Creative Philosophy & Symbolism
Your artworks express themes of elegance, confidence, wealth and individuality. What does “wealth energy” mean to you in artistic terms?
For me, “wealth energy” is not just money — it’s a feeling, a state of being. It’s an energy, like air. When a person has little air, they feel weak, trapped, limited. Financial energy works the same way — when it is present, it brings freedom, abundance, and confidence, allowing a person to fully express themselves and enjoy life.
What is very important to me is what the painting is filled with. Each piece is infused with a specific energy that can fill not only your space but also influence everyone who lives there, for many years.
Many of your works become the centerpiece in luxury interiors. How do you think art transforms a space — not just visually, but emotionally?
Absolutely. This is something I’ve mentioned before, and it’s a very important fact that people often overlook. Art doesn’t just change the visual appearance of a space — it shapes its entire atmosphere. A painting filled with positive energy can transform the mood and ambiance of a home. Conversely, if a painting carries negative emotions, that energy can influence the space and even the people living there.
It’s important to understand that it’s not only the image on the canvas that matters, but also the emotions with which the artist created it. The artist’s energy is embedded in the painting, so it’s very important to feel and sense the work before bringing it into your home.
Can you share the symbolism behind some recurring motifs or textures in your pieces? What stories or emotions are you inviting the viewer to feel?
The textures and symbols in my work are alive with energy. I want people to feel the painting, to connect with its character and its motion. Above all, I hope each viewer feels free, light, and empowered — the sense that they can achieve anything they imagine. Art, to me, is a way to inspire that energy in everyone who experiences it.
Process & Technique
Your mixed-media layering and textural techniques are distinctive. Could you walk us through your creation process — from inspiration to final detail?
My creative process starts with an idea or emotion that I want to express. Inspiration can come from anything — a memory, a feeling, or even a symbol that resonates with abundance and energy. I then experiment with layers, textures, and materials, combining acrylics, resins, metallics, and volumetric elements to create depth and movement. Each layer is applied with intention, allowing the painting to evolve naturally. The final details are always about enhancing energy and expression, ensuring that every part of the work communicates the story and emotion I want the viewer to feel.
Do you design with a specific interior context in mind (home, penthouse, gallery, corporate), or does the art lead the environment?
I usually let the art lead the environment. My focus is on creating pieces that carry energy and emotion first — the way they will resonate with the viewer and the space around them. That said, I do consider context in terms of scale, color, and presence, so the painting can naturally integrate into a home, penthouse, gallery, or corporate setting. Ultimately, my goal is for the art to transform the space, creating a sense of life, lightness, and inspiration wherever it is placed.
Clients, Collectors & Global Reach
Your artworks already live in homes and offices across Europe and the United States. What kind of clients or collectors are drawn to your work? How would you describe the person who chooses your art?
The best ones — truly. I’m endlessly grateful to God for bringing such wonderful people into my life and to my art. Every client who chooses my work is incredibly sensitive and intuitive; they don’t just see the painting, they feel its energy. Many of them tell me they can sense the vibration and emotion radiating from the artwork. It’s such a joy for me to know that my paintings find their way to people who can truly connect with their energy and spirit.
Are there any memorable collector stories — a moment where you realized your work truly moved someone?
There have been many touching moments like that. The most special ones are when clients come back with heartfelt words of gratitude. And when they return for another painting — that’s the most powerful confirmation that my art has found its place in their life and in their heart.
Art & Identity
Art is deeply personal. What part of you do you feel is most present in each painting?
The part of me that lives in every painting is the feeling of ease, joy, and freedom. I’ve learned to choose lightness even in difficult times — to follow what brings true pleasure. Finances and success are just a reflection of that state, but energy is life itself. That’s what I want to share through my art — the vibration of freedom and inner abundance.
How do you balance being an artist with being an entrepreneur — building your brand, collaborating with designers, and curating your presence?
I don’t overthink it — I move in my natural flow and trust the higher forces that guide me. For me, it’s all one process. Creating art, connecting with people, and building my brand all come from the same energy. When you truly enjoy what you do, everything unfolds naturally.
Future Vision
What new directions, collections, or artistic experiments are you excited to explore next?
Right now, I have several ideas that are just beginning to take shape. I can already feel they will be something special — deeper, bolder, and closer to my true essence. I hope to share them in the future, but for now, I’ll keep a little mystery.
If you could see your work in any space in the world — a museum, a home, a cultural space — where would it be, and why?
Art Basel Miami. I love its scale, rhythm, and incredible energy. Some people see it as too glamorous, but I feel its prestige, power, and magnetic flow — a place where people breathe art, success, and freedom. That atmosphere inspires me deeply; it’s a perfect reflection of my inner world and the energy behind my paintings.
Closing
To those who are just discovering your work for the first time, what is the feeling you hope they carry with them?
I want people to feel the energy in my work — a sense of freedom, confidence, and the feeling that “I can.” My paintings are meant to give a little spark, a reminder that abundance and strength are always around us, like air we breathe.
A Final Reflection
What emerges from this conversation is more than an artist’s success story, it’s a philosophy of creative living. Our featured artist has discovered something profound: that the energy we infuse into our work becomes the energy we share with the world. Her paintings aren’t simply objects of beauty; they’re vessels of intention, carrying vibrations of freedom, abundance, and joy into the spaces they inhabit.
From the depths of war-time trauma to the heights of international recognition, she has chosen lightness over darkness, flow over force, and trust over fear. Her work reminds us that art is not merely something we look at, it’s something we feel, breathe, and live with.
For those discovering her work for the first time, the message is clear: abundance is not a distant goal but an energy that surrounds us, as essential and available as air itself. And for those who already collect her pieces, they know the truth, that bringing one of her paintings into your space means inviting a constant companion of positive energy into your life.
As she continues to evolve, guided by what she calls “higher forces” and her own unshakeable creative intuition, we look forward to witnessing her next artistic chapter. Perhaps one day soon, her bold, textured canvases will indeed claim their place at Art Basel Miami, where the energy of success, freedom, and prestige meets the power of transformative art.
Until then, her work continues its quiet revolution, one collector, one space, one moment of connection at a time.
To view the artist’s portfolio and available works, readers may contact https://butanastasia.art/en/main/
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