On April 28, 2026 at the Exhibition Center of the KNUTD "Art Space" the opening of the personal exhibition "Conversation with the Soul" by Liliia Bezugla, artist, craftswoman, senior lecturer at the Department of Interior and Furniture Design, KNUTD took place.

Began the grand opening of the exhibition Taliat Bielialov, Doctor of Science in Economics, Professor, Acting Rector of the KNUTD. He congratulated Liliia and all visitors and noted: "... Today we acutely feel what an important role art plays in the life of a nation, especially during war. Works of art reflect the inner experiences, emotions, feelings, thoughts and memories of their authors, give hope for a bright future, for a peaceful life, support the identity of the nation and the culture of the Ukrainian people... ".

Kalyna Pashkevych, Dean of the Faculty of Design, Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, delivered a welcoming speech. On behalf of the staff of the Faculty of Design, she congratulated Lilia on the opening of her first personal exhibition and wished her further success and inspiration to create.

Liliia Valeryevna's friends and colleagues came to the exhibition opening: artists, specialists in the field of art and design, representatives of higher education institutions and public organizations.

Warm words of welcome were spoken by Serhiy Komisarov, a member of the National Union of Journalists, Honored Journalist of Ukraine, co-founder of the international art association "Return Alive!", organizer of plein airs and exhibitions, and editor-in-chief of the International News Agency "Ukrpress-Info".

From fellow artists, Liliia Valeryevna was congratulated by Olena Pohrebniak, an artist, architect, graduate of the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, participant and organizer of many all-Ukrainian and international art exhibitions.

In her speech, the artist, Liliia Bezugla, said that she is fond of decorative and applied arts, in particular, she studies decorative painting of the village of Samchyky, Petrykivka decorative painting, vytynanki, Easter egg making, beadwork, modeling, that she took courses from folk masters Viktor Rakovsky, Olga Mashevska. Her exhibition is about love of life, hope and faith in victory, because in the artistic paintings you can see hidden meanings and sacred signs that are amulets.

The host of the event was Liudmyla Ardelian, Honored Artist of Ukraine, theater and film actress, curator of the Artistic Space Center, associate professor of the Department of Performing Arts and Culture of the KNUTD.

Students of the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries presented the guests with a musical greeting.

The works of art presented at the exhibition were created by the artist in recent years and are one of the aspects of the long-term and diverse creative activity of the artist. The exhibition features more than 20 paintings that celebrate the beauty and originality of Ukrainian culture. The artist's drawings, created in the painting technique, are impressive in their detailing and attention to detail. Each element has its own significance and symbolism, which adds depth and richness to the works. The artist uses popular themes for traditional Ukrainian painting - flowers, birds, the sun, trees and geometric ornaments, but in Liliya's works, each drawing is intertwined with its own interpretation, which makes it even more interesting to study and understand. The opening of the exhibition was attended by many students studying at the KNUTD.

The creative source for the artist is decorative and applied art, in particular, Samchykiv and Petrykiv decorative painting, vytynanki, etc., but she transforms folk art, adding warmth and meaning to her works. During the full-scale war, decorative painting acquired special importance, becoming an isotherapy for anxiety and a space for spiritual healing. Painting has become not only a source of energy, but also a tool for help - artists create drawings, murals, paintings on cartridges for charitable events aimed at supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The exhibition is open to visitors until May 30, 2026 at the exhibition center "Art Space" of the KNUTD at 2 Mala Shyianovska St., building 4.

We invite everyone to visit the exhibition!

04.05.2026