Hello,
I am an artist, illustrator, and visual storyteller working across digital and traditional media.
I live in Kraków, Poland — a city shaped by legends — and was originally raised in Ukraine. When I am not creating, I spend time in nature or reading, often blending the two.
Experimentation is an essential part of my practice, yet several themes consistently shape my work.
Nature is one of them. I grew up in a small Ukrainian town, surrounded by forests, lakes, and open landscapes. This early connection continues to influence my visual language, as I recreate and reinterpret natural environments through my art.
Another central theme is magic. I draw inspiration from folktales, Slavic mythology, and magical realism. Alongside visual work, I write short stories and fairy tales, expanding these worlds through narrative. My paintings and illustrations explore the space where reality and imagination intersect, inviting the viewer into unfamiliar yet emotionally resonant landscapes.
As an artist, I approach each piece as part of a larger narrative. My works function as fragments of imagined worlds, leaving space for the viewer to continue the story through their own interpretation.
As an illustrator, I draw primarily in digital media. I collaborate with clients as well as develop personal projects, including original illustrated stories.
For collaborations, please contact me at:
contact@anastasiasydorko.com