Maryna Skugareva

Maryna Skuhareva (March 2, 1962, Kyiv) is a Ukrainian artist representing the "New Wave". Skuhareva's artistic language is laconic, restrained, and full of symbols. The signature of most works is a small embroidered element. One of the main themes of creativity is a person and its adaptation to the environment. The works often have a feminist voice; the artist addresses the topics of sexuality, loneliness, and depression. Maryna Skugareva – has participated in many Ukrainian and foreign exhibitions. The artist's works are in museums and private collections in Ukraine, Denmark, and Switzerland.

"August 25" is a reflection on the Russian-Ukrainian war. Colorful saturated flowers contrast with the dark background, visualizing the artist's inner state. Flowers are associated with people. Plucked flowers symbolize death and destruction caused by war. Collecting them in a bouquet, the artist strives to preserve the memory of each innocent. Nearby, she embroiders a bird (the author's sign), associating it with the human soul, which has now forever gained peace and free flight.