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- She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture and Fine Arts, successfully balances her creative practice with work in the fields of architecture and design, and is a member of the International Watercolor Society (IWS).
- The opening was attended by the Ambassador of Ukraine to the UAE, Oleksandr Balanutsa, and the Consul of Ukraine in Dubai, Oleksiy Lyashenko, alongside representatives of the local cultural and creative community, artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts.
- The exhibition featured 81 watercolor works of various formats and 2 graphic pieces drawn in pencil, including a self-portrait by the artist and a portrait of Taras Shevchenko.
Dubai, February 8, 2026 — Ukrainian artist, watercolorist, architect, and interior designer Marina Futymska opened her personal exhibition Light Within Paper in Dubai. The exhibition featured 81 watercolor works of various formats and 2 graphic pieces drawn in pencil, including a self-portrait by the artist and a portrait of Taras Shevchenko. The show presented diverse genres and techniques, including botanical painting and the “wet-on-wet” watercolor method.
Marina Futymska is a Ukrainian artist, watercolorist, architect, and interior designer, who combines a profound artistic vision with a professional architectural approach. She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture and Fine Arts, successfully balances her creative practice with work in the fields of architecture and design, and is a member of the International Watercolor Society (IWS).
The opening was attended by the Ambassador of Ukraine to the UAE, Oleksandr Balanutsa, and the Consul of Ukraine in Dubai, Oleksiy Lyashenko, alongside representatives of the local cultural and creative community, artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts.
During the event, a group watercolor masterclass “Our Ukraine” was held, where the artist introduced participants to the “wet-on-wet” technique, demonstrated handling watercolor and paper, and provided practical guidance for creating compositions. Each participant created their own painting, using professional watercolor paints from the Ukrainian brand ROSA.
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Light Within Paper showcases Marina Futymska’s high level of artistic mastery and blends art, architecture, and design, serving as a platform for cultural exchange and international dialogue.
