| Year of creation | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 30 W × 90 H × 0.2 D cm |
| Type of art | painting |
| Style | figurative |
| Genre | marine art |
| Materials | oil, canvas |
| Type of packaging | art tube |
Series: Inspiration Title: Naiad Size: 30 × 90 cm Unstretched, shipped rolled in a tube Materials: oil on canvas, dry brush, cyanotype-inspired technique Year: 2026 Naiad is inspired by the water nymphs of Greek mythology—Naiads (Ancient Greek: Ναϊάς), the spirits and guardians of freshwater sources such as rivers, streams, and lakes. They were seen as living embodiments of water—fluid, ever-changing, and deeply connected to nature. In this work, the figure appears immersed in water, merging with its surface through light and movement. The head dissolves into shimmering reflections, while the body becomes elongated and fluid, as if shaped by the current itself. The boundaries between form and environment fade, creating a sense of unity and quiet transformation. The piece is executed entirely in Prussian blue, with a strong reference to the visual language of cyanotype.
Julia Shilo is a Ukrainian artist based in Bulgaria, specializing in portraits and figurative painting. Her work blends traditional and contemporary techniques, incorporating mixed media and collage. She integrates fragments of antique books, sheet music, stamps, and other vintage materials, creating a dialogue between history and modern expression while emphasizing timeless human emotions. Reflecting on the lost aesthetics of past eras, Julia explores themes of nostalgia, memory, and identity through symbolic elements. Her works are in private collections across the USA, France, Italy, Turkey, Germany, Bulgaria, Ukraine, and Russia. She actively exhibits and continues to evolve her artistic practice, creating thought-provoking, emotionally resonant pieces that bridge past and present.
