Maslova Valeriya

Biography

My name is Valeria, I am 21 years old. I was born on February 5, 2003 in Saratov. I am currently studying to be an interior designer at the Saratov State Technical Institute. More than a year ago, I opened my own drawing studio, where I create unique works of art.

I am an artist exploring texture and shape through non-standard materials. In my work, I use corrugated cardboard and torn paper to create unique visual images that reflect the layering of life and emotions.

Corrugated cardboard, with its structured surface, becomes for me not just a base, but a full-fledged element of art. I like to play with its texture, creating three-dimensional compositions that invite the viewer to interact with them. Torn paper adds an element of spontaneity and chaos, symbolizing the fragility and variability of our world.

My work is a dialogue between orderly and messy, between stability and change. I strive to convey the feelings that arise in the process of creation: the joy of discovery, the pain of loss and the beauty of imperfection. Each work is a story told through colors and shapes that leaves room for interpretation.

Working with charcoal allows me to convey depth and contrast, creating expressive