Maryana Oliynyk

Born and raised in Ukraine, I discovered my passion for art early on, initially dreaming of becoming a fashion designer. After immigrating to the United States, I earned a degree in Art in 2011 from City University of New York and began building creative career through trade shows, art fairs, holiday installations, and collaborative work with my partner, including running an art gallery together. My path shifted when personal and family health experiences led me into healthcare administration, where I focused on supporting others navigating complex systems. In 2025, following a corporate merger, I felt called back to my creative roots and returned to painting. I am grateful to be creating again and sharing my journey, one painting at a time.