Flight of Hope, The Happiness Series: Exploring Inner Joy series, 2024

Tetiana Pchelnykova  

In the latest addition to the "Happiness Series: Journey to Inner Joy," the artist delves deeper into the theme of inner happiness and joy through the symbolism of the garden and new life. The painting depicts a pregnant woman in a garden, symbolizing life and fertility. On her palm sits a golden bird with outstretched wings, preparing to take flight into the sky. This artwork conveys the idea that new life and opportunities always surround us, even in the most unexpected moments. It reminds the viewer that every moment is valuable and filled with opportunities for growth and development. The artist invites the viewer to delve into the inner world of emotions and experiences, to feel the joy and be inspired for new beginnings and journeys in their own lives. The Joy Series: A Journey to Inner Happiness." In this series of artworks, I delve into the theme of happiness and joy in unusual times when it seems that the whole world is in a state of upheaval and instability. My inspiration and concept stem from the conversations of the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu in their book "The Book of Joy," where both share wisdom and practical advice on achieving inner happiness even in a changing world. My work is focused on bringing to light the inner joy that lies within us, regardless of the circumstances of the external world. Each canvas in the series reflects everyday scenes and moments when the most ordinary actions can become a source of deep satisfaction and peace. I employ various techniques and painting styles to convey this concept, blending realism with abstraction and symbolism. Each image in my works is created with the thought of how it can inspire the viewer to inner discovery and the pursuit of joy in their own lives. This series of paintings is intended not only for aesthetic enjoyment but also as a means of stimulating reflection and dialogue about what truly matters in our lives and how we can find happiness in any situation. I invite you on this journey to inner happiness with my new series of paintings, "The Joy Series." Be open to new experiences and discoveries! ABOUT ARTIST: Tetiana Pchelnykova is a professional mixed media figurative and conceptual artist based in Kyiv,Ukraine. She has been a full-time artist since 2016. She explore the profound role of women in society through her paintings. The art establishes a dialogue between past and present, tradition and innovation, reflecting the strength and wisdom of women. She engage with philosophical systems like Existentialism and Phenomenology, offering deep insights into the modern world . She creates unique oil-acrylic paintings in her own mixed media technique. Tetiana holds a certificate from MoMa. Since 2018, her paintings have been presented at national and world exhibitions including 4 personal. More than 100 collectors from Europe, USA and Japan have her paintings in their homes.