​BIOGRAPHY

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Vlada Lobus is a multidisciplinary artist, born in 1994 in Dnipro, Ukraine, works in the mediums of painting and installation. She is currently based in Krakow, Poland. Vlada earned a master's degree in political economy from Shanghai University. Her stay in China had a significant impact on the formation of her personal philosophy and worldview. She is currently studying psychotherapy, which is directly related to her artistic activity. Vlada began developing her artistic career in 2022. Since 2023, she has been participating in collective exhibition projects in Ukraine and Europe. 

ARTIST STATEMENT

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My artistic practice exists at the intersection of psychology and art. Rooted in psychological research, theoretical studies, Gestalt practice, and my own therapeutic experiences, my work explores the complexities of mental constitution, cognitive biases, psychosomatic manifestations of trauma, and the process of cultivating resilience—an essential trait in times of war. These themes serve as the foundation for my reflections on responsibility: how we assume, evade, or shift it, and the profound consequences of these choices. The resistance to painful experiences, the desire to live, and the efforts to restore and maintain mental and physical health are conscious decisions we make daily. Through my art, I seek to illuminate these choices, empowering individuals to take ownership of their lives.

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In my practice, I also investigate the complexities of power and the paradoxical transformations it triggers—such as diminished empathy, overconfidence, and moral hypocrisy. Drawing on psychological research, including the theory of the power paradox, I challenge traditional Machiavellian notions of power as a tool of dominance. Instead, I examine its nuanced and cyclical nature—how power can corrupt, inspire, or redefine those who wield it.

Ultimately, my goal is to create art that encourages self-exploration, deepens awareness of the inner world, and inspires personal growth. By fostering introspection and transformation, I hope to help individuals make more conscious choices—both for themselves and for society as a whole.

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