Still life with pepper(oil on canvas) (2012) Painting by Iryna Zayarny

Iryna Zayarny was born and raised in Ukraine. At an early age, she developed an affinity for many forms of art. Iryna studied at the University of the Arts in Kharkiv, Ukraine and received a Masters degree in Musical Performance and Teaching.

In 1998, she moved to Canada with her family, and has taught piano at the Calgary Mount Royal University since then. She entered the Canadian art landscape in 2002, expanding her knowledge and skill by learning firsthand from known painters and art studios, and often attending workshops.

In 2009, she earned a Fine Arts diploma with Stratford Institute. She was able to develop a unique and identifiable style, combining her musical knowledge and expression with talent as a visual artist.

Iryna chose to paint with oil because of her intense appreciation of the work of the Old Masters and their vivid realism.



Iryna's dedication to art drove her to found the art group Silhouette, with the aim of bringing a different and unique cultural perspective to the Canadian art landscape. Silhouette is prospering, is well-known in Calgary, and holds shows twice a year, with many local artists choosing to take part.

Iryna Zayarny paintings have been exhibited extensively in individual and group shows, as well as public galleries. These include the Calgary Stampede Western Art Exhibition, Artevo Gallery, among others. Her works appeal to a variety of tastes and can be found in private collections in Canada and the US, and as far as Ukraine and Korea.

• Nationality: CANADA
• Date of birth : unknown date
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• Groups: Contemporary Canadian Artists