Flower of Revival

Bohdan Chekan, Ukraine

Discover the captivating world of Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan, a Ukrainian-Polish visual artist who explores the convergence of identity, memory, and cultural heritage. Influenced by his family's deep roots in the arts, Bohdan developed a passion for creativity from an early age. • Graduated with honors from the prestigious Mykhailo Boychuk Kyiv State Academy of Decorative-Applied Arts and Design, Bohdan explored various artistic styles and techniques, ultimately falling in love with mixed media and visual arts. • Continuing his education at the renowned Salvador Dali Art Institute for Decorative Modelling and Design, Bohdan earned a Master's degree in visual design, once again graduating with honors. • Bohdan's dedication to intellectual pursuits is evident through his exceptional studies at the H S Skovoroda Institute of Philosophy and in same time in The Superior Institute of Religious Sciences of St. Thomas Aquinas. Through the combination of traditional painting and drawing methods with digital media and collage, Bohdan creates artworks that seamlessly blend elements from traditional Ukrainian and Polish folk art, religious iconography, as well as contemporary culture and Visual Public Art. Personal elements from Bohdan's family history, such as old photographs and documents, frequently find their way into his paintings. By skillfully layering paint, ink, and collages, and integrating cutting-edge techniques in visual and digital art, including 3D effects, Virtual Art, and Sound Sonograms, his artworks attain a multi-dimensional quality. They beckon viewers to embark on a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between language, memory, and identity. • Bohdan's artistic achievements have garnered international recognition, with his works exhibited in renowned galleries and museums worldwide, including artistic shows and exhibitions in Creative Artist Association "Voice of Art" Andalusia, of which he is a member, in the artistic space of the boutique hotel Orange Rome Italy, Istanbul Contemporary Art Museum. Especially valuable masterpieces of Bohdan's art have found their deserved and honorable place, as well as wonderful homes in private collections owned by prominent individuals and art connoisseurs, such as novelist and prominent screenwriter Kim Fupz Aakeson, writer on urban culture, experiment in film and Japanese culture Prof. Stephen Barber, artist, author, and mentor for artists Brainard Carey, Prof. Comput. Sci. Cynthia Rudin, Prof. Carlo Rovelli, Prof. Robert Morris Sapolsky, Polish film and theatre director, producer and screenwriter Krzysztof Pius Zanussi, Prof. Avram Noam Chomsky, Father Timothy Peter Joseph Radcliffe OP. • Having served as a press secretary in the PR department of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine, he actively contributed to the creative community, promoting and supporting fellow artists and their endeavors. • Bohdan's art goal is to create a synthesis of visual arts where a sheet of paper conveys the shape of an object and the viewer perceives the sound. His ultimate achievement is when a mobile phone rings at an exhibition in front of his paintings, and the viewer cannot answer the call, symbolizing the immersive power of his art. • The artwork of Bohdan vividly illuminates the captivating chronicle of his personal odyssey through the hell of war in Ukraine. The storm of conflict has left indelible marks on his artistic lightning pen, fortifying his unwavering determination to embody the unwavering spirit, immortal resilience, and century-old thirst for Freedom that characterize the Ukrainian nation in challenging periods of history. Mastering the art of digital painting and portraiture, he skillfully recreates the depths of emotions, their refined essence, which shines as a sublime testament to the unwavering strength and heroic valor of Ukraine. Burning with an unstoppable fervor to bring Ukraine closer to victory in war, he has provided support to the Ukrainian army. Through the establishment of strategic partnerships, he contributed to the delivery of combat drones and essential medical dressing tourniquets from Poland to the brave and fearless Ukrainian assault company and the professionally invaluable medical battalion within the Armed Forces of Ukraine. • The artistic works of Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan elevate us beyond the ordinary, immersing us in the beauty of his creations. His intricate technique of digital art, with meticulous attention to the smallest details, harmonious colors, and light, gives birth to compositions that stir and captivate, drawing us into their magical realm. Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan strives for us, as viewers, to approach art with complete focus, to fully immerse ourselves in its splendor. His artistry is an emanation of the transformative power of art, which not only brings us joy and inspiration but also guides us on a profound exploration of the human experience. His works stimulate our imagination and invite reflection. The astonishing creations of Bohdan provoke us to search for our own identity, promoting empathy, understanding, and social change. Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan believes in the power of art as a tool for social transformation, inspiring us to take action for the common good. His creativity becomes a means to build a better world, transcending the boundaries of galleries and museums, touching our hearts, and mobilizing us to actively engage in social matters. The artistic journey of Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan is a captivating exploration of culture, history, and heritage, giving rise to unique compositions. His visual video installations, based on painting with sound, make sound become color, and painting become sound, transporting us to unknown realms of perception. His art is a metaphorical city where Polish and Ukrainian cultures intertwine. It reveals the universality of art and its transformative power, forging new connections and narrating extraordinary stories. Discover the impact of Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan's creativity, which moves us in the deepest recesses of our souls and evokes emotions akin to the flow of exquisite virtuosic music. „Art is, above all, a feeling. It is a dialogue between the viewer, the work of art and the artist. Art serves as both a mirror and a window, reflecting our innermost selves and opening perspectives on the multi-faceted narratives of the world, from the first feelings upon encountering a work of art to the deep introspective journeys that works of art inspire. In its essence, art is an invitation - a call to feel, reflect, understand and develop. It makes us stop, delve deeper and embark on a journey that goes beyond the visual, touching the very essence of our existence. And the main miracle of the beauty of art is that the artist invites the viewer to become the creator himself, creating the impression that the viewer himself created this work of art.” - Bohdan Rodyuk Chekan