About

Kateryna Kryvolap is a Canadian artist, originally from Ukraine, whose passion for fine art was nurtured in an artistic family. Though her work spans various styles, she is known for contemporary and traditional decorative painting, particularly Petrykivka — a Ukrainian folk art form recognized by UNESCO.

Her goal is to make Petrykivka Art well-known globally, combining traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. Based in Canada, Kateryna’s work has been exhibited in numerous countries including the USA, South Korea, Italy, and Canada.

She is also the founder of Kryvolap Art Academy, where she has taught over 3,000 students from around the world, sharing the rich cultural heritage of Petrykivka Art with a modern twist.

Petrykivka, rooted in Ukrainian folk traditions, often symbolizes prosperity, health, and love. Kateryna’s paintings continue this tradition, with each work not only serving as decoration but also carrying a deeper meaning — a celebration of harmony and well-being. Through her art and teaching, she inspires new generations to explore the richness of this unique cultural heritage while adapting it to the present.

Upcoming Exhibitions:

Solo Exhibition at Ukrainian National Museum of Chicago, Chicago, USA December 6 - 27, 2024

Participation in exhibitions:

Art Exhibition at "Mriya" Art Gallery, New York, USA October 19 - 27, 2024
Solo Exhibition "Petrykivka. Kryvolap. Edmonton.", ACUA, Edmonton, Canada, March 8 - 30, 2024
Art Exhibition at the CICA Museum "Nature 2024." Gyeonggi-do, Korea, February 2024
Solo Exhibition, Artienda Art Gallery Manila, Philippines, October 20, 2023
Solo Exhibition "Petrykivka. Kryvolap. New York." 404 Broadway, Manhattan, New York USA, May 26, 2023
Art Exhibition at the cSPACE King Edward, Calgary, Canada April 24 - 30, 2023
"Artexpo New York 2023" The World's Original Fine Art Trade Show, New York USA, March 30 - April 2, 2023
"Philadelphia Flower Show" Philadelphia Convention Center, Philadelphia USA March 4 -12, 2023
"ART EXPO ALGARVE" International Contemporary Art Fair, Portimao, Portugal February 10 - 12, 2023
Art Show "Our Hands", Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts, Edmonton November 4 - December 4, 2022
"ART SHOPPING PARIS" Paris International Contemporary Art Fair, Carrousel du Louvre, Paris, France October 21 - 23, 2022
Solidarity Art Exhibition “Artists for Ukraine” Amoreiras, Lisbon, Portugal. September 15 - 30, 2022
Solo Exhibition "Petrykivka", 2050 Chevrier Blvd, Winnipeg, Canada, September 10, 2022
Solo Exhibition "Petrykivka: Modern Stream in Ukrainian Decorative Art", Saint John Arts Centre, New Brunswick, Canada September 10 - October 29, 2021
Solo Exhibition "Heritage and Traditions" Grand Manan Art Gallery, New Brunswick, Canada August 22 - September 5, 2021
"ISLAND ART & ARTISAN" ONLINE SHOW, Grand Manan Art Gallery, New Brunswick, Canada June 21 - July 3, 2021
"DREAMY LANDSCAPES" VIRTUAL EXHIBITION, The LUX GalleryAbrantes, Portugal September 5 – September 26, 2020
"SQUARE FOOT" ONLINE SHOW, Grand Manan Art Gallery, New Brunswick, Canada August 1 - December 31, 2020
"ISLAND ART & ARTISAN" ONLINE SHOW, Grand Manan Art Gallery, New Brunswick, Canada July 1 - December 31, 2020
"ART BRINGS CULTURES TOGETHER" Steinbach, MB, Canada January 8 – February 28, 2020
"ART SYMPOSIUM" Galleria Merlino Bottega D'Arte, Firenze, Italy December 16 - December 24 , 2019
"CONTEMPORARY ART TRENDS" Galleria Merlino Firenze, Italy November 23 - December 3, 2019
"ART SHOPPING PARIS" Paris International Contemporary Art Fair, Carrousel du Louvre Parigi, Paris, France October 18 - October 20, 2019
"ART SHOWROOM 2019" Galleria Bottega d’Arte Merlino in Florence, Italy July 17 - August 31, 2019
"MosasART" in The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden, Manitoba, Canada May - July, 2019