Born in Ukraine, in 1979, Olesia Kaira (Borysova) is a watercolor artist currently based in Paris. Her love of art began in childhood, drawing inspiration from the lush beauty of Ukraine's nature. Although her early path led her to a career in academia as a translator and university professor, her creative journey as an artist emerged later.
In 2022, Olesia moved to France. Since then, her art has been profoundly influenced by the flora of her new surroundings, featuring flowers and plants of Paris parks and gardens and French countryside.
Using a meticulous multilayer watercolor technique on cotton paper, she captures the intricate beauty of plants, celebrating their fleeting, delicate essence. Her work reflects both a deep appreciation of biodiversity and a personal story of resilience.
Olesia has been a featured artist at the Fine Arts France since 2023, presenting new collections biannually.
