Natallia Paliashuk

Biography: 


Natallia Paliashuk, born and raised in Minsk, Belarus, embarked on her artistic journey at an early age. At 14, she attended art school, mastering sculpture, painting, and drawing with a classical approach. Her passion for art led her to Amsterdam, Netherlands, where she continued her studies at HKU Utrecht, the Rietveld Academy, and the Breitner Academy, embracing modern approaches to art. This fusion of classical and contemporary art forms the foundation of her unique style.


Throughout her studies, especially at the Breitner Academy, Natallia participated in group student exhibitions, not only in Amsterdam but also in Berlin, showcasing her evolving artistry.


Natallia's work is profoundly influenced by her multicultural background. With a Ukrainian father and a mother of Polish descent, and her own upbringing in Belarus before moving to the Netherlands, her art reflects a rich blend of Eastern and Western European cultures. This intercultural tapestry is evident in her work's balance of discipline and impulsiveness, strictness and vibrancy.


In her creations, Natallia explores her identity and place in the world through color and patterns. Her work stitches together patterns from different eras, allowing viewers to traverse temporal spaces. She finds her artistic voice in the interplay of color and the myriad patterns drawn from Eastern and European cultures, narrating life's stories.


Natallia's art is characterized by strong, contrasting colors that evoke deep emotions of sensuality and expressive depth. Inspired by the boundless patterns found in social media archives, her themes are rooted in the past but resonate with contemporary relevance. Her primary medium, acrylics, allows her to fluidly blend abstract and figurative elements, reflecting her pursuit of innovation in expression.


Natallia's artistic process is a journey of exploration and discovery, with each piece being a voyage through textures, colors, and forms.