Tatyana Ostapenko Art

Tatyana Ostapenko is a contemporary painter and a muralist whose art practice is deeply influenced by her experience as an immigrant, as well as by her formative years in post-Soviet Ukraine. She focuses on trans-generational trauma and the gender inequalities that persist in her country of origin as well as in the US. She uses images from her native Ukraine to speak about universal human experiences with emphasis on empathy and resilience in the face of adversity. 


Her paintings have been exhibited in regional, national and international museums, galleries and art fairs. She has received Professional Development Grants from the Regional Arts and Culture Council and the Oregon Arts Commission. Her artworks have been purchased by public, corporate and private collections, including the City of Seattle, City of Portland and Stumptown Coffee HQ. 


Tatyana was born and raised in Ukraine and lives in Portland, OR. She holds a BFA in Studio Practice from Portland State University.