Alina Zamanova (b. 1993) is a figurative multimedia artist who lives and works in Ukraine, Kyiv.  Her paintings and sculptures reflect the complexities of the human condition, exploring themes such as identity, mortality, and the search for meaning and purpose in a conflict-torn world that is often filled with trauma, suffering and tragedy but also perseverance, dignity and compassion.  Influenced by her philosophical reflections, life experiences as an artist living in a country in a state of war, and existential psychology theories, Zamanova draws attention to important issues such as the impact of conflict on people and the planet and the resilience of the human spirit.

With deep research of trauma's insidious nature, Zamanova delves into the intricacies of the human mind, exploring how the scars left behind by trauma shape our very being. Her artworks remind us of the long-lasting effects of war and how it can irrevocably alter our understanding of the world.

Zamanova residency will culminate in an opening at Victoria House on 26 April 2025