Elena Khokhryakova

Elen Khokhryakova is a Ukrainian artist, born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, graduated from KSTURE, now lives and works in Irpin.

In her work, the artist explores the theme of femininity and inner freedom within the context of today's unstable world. Working at the intersection of symbolism and expressionism, she seeks to convey emotionally charged meanings that resonate with the modern viewer. Her artworks create visual spaces where reality is refracted through inner experience.

In her latest series, the artist turns to the theme of water — each piece capturing a distinct, intimate state of being. The recurring image of women submerged in water becomes a metaphor for changeability, sensuality, and inner strength.

These are not merely emotional expressions, but deeper phases of feminine existence. The artist does not seek to control these transitions — she observes them, lives through them, and invites the viewer to feel them. It is through embracing this fluid nature that a woman becomes truly free.