“Art is an opportunity to fill a space with beauty, leaving an imprint of your energy on a canvas. Every time I finish another painting, I have an overwhelming feeling of victory, a satisfaction from the soul, and a sense of self-improvement. Paintings are like children: you put in energy and effort, all while cherishing and helping them. In return they make you better. It moulds you from a stone into a sparkling diamond. Art is a magic from within.”
– Lana Semaniv
A graduate of the Ivano-Frankivsk School of Art in Ukraine, Lana has showcased her work at exhibitions across Kyiv, Berlin, and Ivano-Frankivsk, earning awards for her talent. Her artistic repertoire spans a diverse range of mediums, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, and intricate mosaic tile work. She finds great joy in sharing her knowledge and passion with others and conducts art classes for both children and adults. Through group or private sessions, she nurtures creativity, encourages self expression, and helps her students discover their own artistic voices, regardless of age or experience level.
Lana’s diverse interests extend beyond the canvas; she is also a certified yoga instructor and swimming coach. Recently, she visited the Sadhguru Ashram in India, where she completed the Inner Engineering program, further deepening her understanding of self-improvement and mindfulness. Her philosophy reflects a belief in personal alchemy – the idea that every individual has the power to transform and improve themselves across all aspects of life.
Lana currently resides with her family in the picturesque city of Victoria, British Columbia, having relocated due to the war in Ukraine. In this new setting, she continues to nurture her creative spirit, drawing inspiration from her life experiences and surroundings.