Category Archives: Paintings

Kyiv Ukraine Temple

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Technique: paper-cutting

This artwork is dedicated to the first temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the former Soviet Union. The picture contains the year of the dedication of the temple, which was 2010. The technique of the work is paper cutting, with elements of appliqué. The paper includes white and yellow hard paper with a marble texture, and golden and white paper with accents of blue. The color selection is in accordance with the colors of the Kyiv temple. This decorative composition is built upon the symbols of the temple and has stylized floral images and elements of stained glass and other interior decorations of the temple.

Currently this artwork is owned by the Church History Museum and is a winner of the Ninth International Art Competition: Make Known His Wonderful Works.

Triptych: As Sisters in Zion

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This artwork is developed from Ukrainian traditional embroidered towels, which are considered symbols of peace, well-being, and protection. The graphic technique imitates red stitches on the white textile. Each part of this triptych contains notes from the LDS Church hymns in Ukrainian. The hymns are “Oh, Holy Words of Truth and Love,” “How Great the Wisdom and the Love,” and “Be Still, My Soul.” The artworks portray the righteous women of Zion, who find their joy in service, study of the scriptures, sisterhood of the Relief Society, and chastity. The central part, where three figures are depicted, displays the emblem of the Relief Society. Women’s images reflect reverence and purity of thought.

This piece is also owned by the Church History Museum and is a winner of the Eighth International Art Competition: Remembering the Great Things of God.