In this insightful interview, artist Kate Matsevych shares her journey through minimalism, travel-inspired perspectives, and a deep-rooted appreciation for the strength and beauty of women. With a love for simplicity that reveals essence without distraction, Matsevych’s evolving artistic style reflects her own growth, self-awareness, and willingness to experiment. She draws inspiration from her travels and the resilient women in her life, creating art that captures authenticity and honors the quiet power inherent in femininity.
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Your artworks often feature bold, simplified forms and strong color contrasts. Can you explain the inspiration behind this stylistic choice and how it reflects your personal experiences or emotions?
I love minimalism in all forms—whether it’s architecture, interior design, or art. Minimalism has this effortless simplicity that I find beautiful, but I also understand creating true simplicity is challenging. For me, minimalism is about expressing the essence without distractions. As for bold colors, they’ve evolved alongside my own confidence and self-awareness. Early on, I was more reserved with color, but as I’ve grown and become more aligned with myself, I’ve started to embrace bolder palettes. That said, I feel my artistic journey is constantly shifting. Sometimes, minimalism feels limiting when I want to express a full range of emotions, so I’m excited to explore new styles and see where that experimentation leads in the future.
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You have visited over 40 countries and lived in 7, how do your travel experiences influence the themes and visual elements present in your artwork? Are there specific cultures or landscapes that have had a significant impact on your artistic style?
Travel is a deep passion of mine. Every journey changes my perspective, bringing a sense of renewal that makes life feel richer and more beautiful. In the routines of daily life, it’s easy to get lost in familiar thoughts, but travel pulls me out of that, allowing me to see the world with fresh eyes. Everything feels new, interesting, and inspiring. It’s hard to pinpoint a single source of inspiration because our planet is filled with breathtaking natural landscapes, and people have created incredible structures, temples, and architectural wonders. Each experience fills me with a sense of awe and inspiration, fueling my desire to create something of my own.
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In your artwork, women are often central figures, depicted with striking minimalism and powerful expressions. What draws you to focus on the female form, and how does this choice shape the messages you aim to convey?
Throughout my life, I’ve been surrounded by beautiful, caring, and resilient women. Since childhood, I naturally gravitated toward drawing princesses, and over time, that interest evolved into portraying real women. Now, I’m inspired by the strength, complexity, and authenticity of real women rather than imagined characters. Being a woman isn’t always easy, and yet there’s a quiet strength within us that often goes unrecognized—even to ourselves. By focusing on the female form with striking minimalism and expressive details, I aim to capture this inner strength and depth, honoring the resilience, grace, and beauty that women bring to the world.
“For me, minimalism is about expressing the essence without distractions.“
Kate Matsevych
