By: UFIRST Production
Inna Sych — a Ukrainian artist and illustrator — impresses not only with her delicate aesthetic but also with the courage of the themes she explores. Her works blend refined fashion illustration, deeply personal themes of self-acceptance, and powerful reflections on the challenges of our time: war, internal trauma, global inequality, and hope.
As she states in interviews and her biography: “Art is a dialogue with nature, fashion, and oneself… a moment of vulnerability, strength, and emotion… a light of hope.”
Early Steps and a Bold Debut
Inna began pursuing art seriously in 2017. Her first oil painting exhibition was held at the National Museum of Kyiv in 2018. That same year, her work was featured in both British Vogue and Vogue Ukraine — a milestone that firmly established her in the international art community. 2018 also marked her debut in the world of fashion illustration.
Her artistic language is rooted in deep humanism and a sensitive sense of visual form. She draws inspiration from the works of Picasso, Van Gogh, Modigliani, and Dalí, not by copying them, but by transforming their influence into her own voice. Her figures are elongated and delicate, yet filled with inner strength.
Fashion, Collaborations & Media
Inna’s art has appeared during Ukrainian Fashion Week, in boutique hotels and salons in Ukraine and Georgia, and through collaborations with fashion bloggers and brands.
Residencies: Vienna & Spain
Following her move to Vienna, Inna took part in the Das Weisse Haus art residency, where she created a series about the emotional landscape of war — “all the pain of Ukraine is drowned in hope and faith.”
Her latest project, created during a residency in Spain, addresses the global issue of modern slavery. It culminated in a group exhibition and international conference.
What’s Next?
Inna dreams of making art that resonates deeply — art that evokes emotion, shifts perception, and awakens hope. She continues to collaborate with European galleries, brands, and creatives, and is currently preparing new series for upcoming exhibitions in Vienna, Paris, and New York.
“I hope my art speaks to people’s hearts,” she says — and it undoubtedly does. “Buying art today is more than aesthetic — it’s a contribution to our future,” Inna says.
“Collectors invest in art, which in times of change acquires even greater value. Businesses are aware of the power of art as a cultural marker and a way to declare oneself. People want to have something real, Ukrainian, and meaningful in their homes. The popularization of Ukrainian art is not only my business as an artist. It is the shared responsibility of everyone who wants culture to develop. This is a pain that we will never experience and will never forget in our hearts and minds. Therefore, I just remind you that by buying my art, you are also making a contribution and helping our country.”
WHAT TO DO TO SPREAD OUR ART?
— Buy works by Ukrainian artists. Even prints or posters are supported.
— Talk about Ukrainian art. Share works, stories, and recommendations. Follow artists and support them with comments, reposts, and interactions. It seems like a trifle, but it actually works.
— Visit exhibitions. The viewer is as important as the artist. Even more – without the viewer, art is impossible.
As Inna’s creative journey unfolds, she remains committed to themes that matter — identity, resilience, and emotional truth. Her next body of work will explore the idea of childhood idols and personal icons — the figures, both real and imaginary, who shaped our early understanding of strength, beauty, and dreams. “We all carry those images from childhood — heroes, singers, fairytale characters. They live inside us and influence how we see ourselves,” she shares.
Follow Inna Sych on Instagram @innaart_sych for more insight into her creative process and upcoming exhibitions.
