Liza Zhdanova (b. 1994, Ukraine) explores resilience and conflict through her art. Trained in monumental painting at the Lviv National Academy of Arts, she combines precision with a grand scale. Her renowned “Flowers” series contrasts the beauty of blooms against dark backdrops, symbolizing life’s endurance amid turmoil. Using dripping paint to evoke loss and the passage of time, Zhdanova invites viewers to confront suffering and hope together. Her art reflects the human spirit’s strength, illustrating that even in hardship, traces of beauty persist—offering a powerful reminder of growth and resilience in today’s world.