Ukrainian Arts CLub

04/24/2024

We had a blast during the talk with Anastasiya Tarasenko on Apr 20, 2024. It is hard to express how much fun we had learning about the artist and her stories, inspirations, and journey—such a dynamo and free-spirited person with a deep, beautiful soul.

We are grateful for Monya Rowe Gallery's hospitality and Krystyna Lysova's photography. Of course, we would like to thank all attendees for their participation.

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04/15/2024

This Saturday, April 20, at 4 p.m., we will have a highly anticipated tour and talk with Anastasiya Tarasenko. This is an opportunity to meet an artist and get "behind the scenes" of her creative process.
⭐️Her works have layers and depth that must be viewed with a perspective. 🌀This is also a unique chance to learn about Anastasiya's childhood in Ukraine and her early career development as an artist in New York.

We have a few spots left for the April 20th program. RSVP today!

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talk-tour-with-anastasiya-tarasenko-tickets-878017262267
📅Saturday, April 20 at 4 pm
📍Midtown West, near Penn Station & Madison Square Garden
🔖pay-what-you-wish

Ukrainian Arts Club Presents - artist talk and special exhibition tour with Anastasiya Tarasenko.

04/11/2024

Thanks to two generous and extraordinary women, Rosina and Maria, my heart is filled with joy and gratitude. I was honored to participate in the luncheon celebrating the friendship of two artists, Anna Walinska and Louise Nevelson.

Anna and Louise both have Ukrainian heritage. Louise [Leah Berliawsky] was born in Pereyasliv, a small but renowned town in the Kyiv oblast. Anna's mother, Rosa Newman Walinska, a sculptor and poet, was Ukrainian. Nevelson & Walinska studied at the Art Students League and were members of the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA). They even applied for membership on the same day. Their friendship was also reflected in their art, like a portrait "Nevelson" by Walinska (1975) currently on view at the Graham Shay 1857 gallery. Most importantly, both families have living memories and oral histories of these relationships that have continued in a new generation through Rosina and Maria. Fascinating!

I’m profoundly grateful to be included in today's event, which inspired me to share this knowledge with you. I was delighted to see my dear colleagues, meet art professionals, and contribute to what will hopefully become a tradition. I learned that last year's lunch kicked off several collaborative projects and ignited new opportunities for attendees.

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04/05/2024

Join the Ukrainian Arts Club for a special talk and exhibition tour of Anastasiya Tarasenko’s works at Monya Rowe Gallery in New York City!

🗓: Saturday, April 20, 4 - 5 pm
📍: Monya Rowe Gallery, 224 West 30th Street, No. 304, New York, NY
🎯: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talk-tour-with-anastasiya-tarasenko-tickets-878017262267

What to expect:
Ukrainian Arts Club invites you to an artist talk and exhibition tour with Anastasiya Tarasenko, which coincides with the exhibition of her works at the Monya Rowe Gallery. You will have a chance to see Tarasenko’s art and participate in a curated Q&A talk with the artist.

Employing confrontational and uncomfortable imagery, Tarasenko’s paintings challenge the tyranny of society’s conventions and expectations. The artist uses animals in her work in the manner of fables, illustrating social and moral observations with playfulness and a sense of humor. Tarasenko’s paintings critique the ubiquitous hidden hypocrisies that impact our culture—including greed, colonialism, and consumerism.

Tarasenko’s new body of work is also concerned with restoration and rebuilding. The paintings in this exhibition explore the introspection that accompanies personal relationships, ranging from lovers to friends. Tarasenko confronts the historical objectification of women by depicting a more realistic and relatable representation. Her work critiques feminine gender roles and hierarchical power while examining how one relates to others and how one is perceived.

About the👩‍🎨🎨 :
Anastasiya Tarasenko (b. 1989, Kyiv🌰, Ukraine🇺🇦) received an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, NY, and a BFA from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). Recent awards include World Trade Center Artist Residency, Silver Arts Projects New York, NY (2024); The Artist Fellowship Program, National Arts Club, NY (2023); and Dieu Donne Workspace Residency, New York, NY (2022). Tarasenko’s work was recently exhibited at Steven Zevitas Gallery, Boston; Tchotchke Gallery, NY; and Monya Rowe Gallery, NY. The artist lives in Queens, NY, and works in Manhattan, NY.

Ukrainian Arts Club Presents - artist talk and special exhibition tour with Anastasiya Tarasenko.

03/29/2024

We were thrilled to have such an engaged audience during the "Lee Krasner: The Edge of Color, Geometric Abstractions 1948–53" exhibition tour at Kasmin Gallery. We highly appreciate the attendees' curiosity and generous feedback. Special thanks go to Michal Patchefsky, Gallery Director, for her hospitality and insights.

It was not easy to cover Lee Krasner's life and artistic journey in 40 minutes. We thank Gail Levin, the author of the fascinating biography describing the artist's life and illuminating Krasner's Ukrainian heritage. This book served as a guide for our tour, and we highly recommend it to everyone interested in learning more about the artist.



🪄Tour curated by Anastasia Gudko
📸credits: Krystyna Lysova

03/24/2024

Anastasia Gudko, a Ukrainian-American cultural producer and art nonprofit professional, identified a lack of resources that provide information on modern and contemporary artists who immigrated from Ukraine and built their lives overseas.

Starting to self-educate herself on modern and contemporary , Gudko was stunned by the fact that museum labels often incorrectly indicate the artists' origins: most Eastern European artists are assigned "Russia" as their place of birth or simply called 'Russian.' She also noticed that many Jewish-American artists have Ukrainian roots.

Through continued research, Anastasia identified a long list of names that now constitute the backbone of , the first platform to feature and celebrate the Ukrainian origin of renowned American artists and highlight overlooked talent. The platform gathers information on contemporary American artists of Ukrainian origin to showcase the scale, versatility, and creativity of the diaspora.

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UAC embarks on a mission to identify and popularize American artists of Ukrainian origin, acknowledging their contribution to the American cultural map.

03/15/2024

Just a reminder - there is a fantastic exhibition of Mariya Prymachenko's works on view in the Ukrainian Museum.

This week, Holland Cotter covers the Studio Museum in Harlem’s residency results, Sarah Grilo’s little-seen paintings and Mary Lucier’s experimental and heartfelt video art.

03/14/2024

How many of you know who Lee Krasner was and what her role was in the postwar American Art scene?

She was a femme fatale, an activist, a feminist, and an outstanding and well-trained painter with her voice and originality!

Join the Ukrainian Arts Club for a special exhibition tour of "Lee Krasner: The Edge of Color, Geometric Abstractions 1948–53" at Kasmin in New York City to learn about the artists' heritage, early career, and life before and after marriage with Jackson Po***ck. During the exhibition, we will delve into her formative years, triumphs, and challenges and see the works from her first solo show.
RSVP required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lee-krasners-exhibition-tour-at-kasmin-tickets-862582777307

Photo/image credits:
B&W portrait: Lee Krasner photographed in August 1953. Photo by Tony Vaccaro/Hulton Archive/Getty Images.
Painting: Jorge M. Pérez Collection, Miami. © 2024 Po***ck-Krasner Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Image courtesy of Kasmin, New York.

03/01/2024

We are delighted to share that our inaugural tour happened on February 28. We received overwhelmingly positive feedback and were blown away by support from participants. We would like to thank all attendees for their active participation and wonderful questions. Special thanks to Bortolami Gallery staff, Evan and Wendy, who welcomed our group and shared insights on the legacy, including their decision to highlight her Ukrainian roots in the gallery wall text.

You can see the exhibition “Objects on the New Landscape” till March 2.

Anastasia Gudko
Photo credit: Krystyna Lysova

02/21/2024

Join the Ukrainian Arts Club for a special exhibition tour of “Objects on the New Landscape” featuring the works of pioneering Abstract Expressionist Sonia Gechtoff at Bortolami in New York City!

Date: Wednesday, February 28, 6 - 7 pm
Location: Bortolami, 39 Walker Street, New York, NY, USA
Secure your spot by RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sonia-gechtoffs-exhibition-tour-of-objects-on-the-new-landscape-tickets-846203767247

What to expect: Come explore the vibrant artistry of Sonia Gechtoff with a guided tour through her captivating pieces.
Sonia Gechtoff was born in Philadelphia, PA to Ethel and Leonid Gechtoff. Her mother was an art gallery manager, her father was a highly successful genre artist from Odesa, Ukraine. Gechtoff is recognized as one of the early female pioneers of Abstract Expressionism. She played a significant role in the development of this influential art movement, characterized by its emphasis on spontaneous, gestural painting. Knowing her work and her story broadens awareness of a historic moment in American painting history. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of this talented artist. Don't miss out on this exciting showcase at Bortolami!

Admission:
This event has a pay-what-you-wish admission policy. We are striving to engage more people who can appreciate art of Ukrainian-American artists and donate 15% of all ticket proceeds to nonprofits, prioritizing organizations that focus on arts & culture.

Language options:
We appreciate knowing our audience and kindly ask you to share your language preferences for the tour. All tours will be offered in English by default, with an option for Ukrainian translation support if requested.