Zenovia Shulha
- Country
- Ukraine
Zenovia Shulha (born in Hlyniany, Lviv Region, Ukraine) is a Ukrainian artist specialising in art textile, educator, and ethnographer. Graduated from the Lviv State Institute of Applied and Decorative Arts (Ukraine, 1974). She is the Head of the Textile Art Section of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, a professor at the Art Textile Department of the Lviv National Academy of Arts, the author and leader of the long-term international ethno-artistic project “Ecological Perspective,” and the Art Director of the Private Enterprise “Zena-Hlyniany-Art-Studio” (manufacturing elite handmade flat-weave carpets).
She works in the field of artistic textiles, designing tapestries, carpets, decorative fabrics, batiks, as well as engaging in original and stage costume design, Easter egg painting, and artistic doll making. In her work, she explores and applies fibrous materials dyed with natural plant-based pigments.
She is the author and curator of international projects dedicated to artistic textiles, and also the author of numerous popular science studies. Her works are preserved in museum collections in Lviv, Kyiv, Moscow, Surgut (Russia), Kamienna Góra (Poland), Toronto (Canada), and other locations.
Artworks
The "Ukrainian Night" is a handwoven flat-weave carpet made exclusively from the finest Sri Lankan wool. It was crafted in Hlyniany, Ukraine, by the company “Zena-Hlyniany-Art-Studio”.Originally designed in 1989 by Zenovia Shulha, this carpet has been presented at numerous international exhibitions. It showcases the traditional craft of authorial Hlyniany carpet weaving, a heritage deeply rooted in Ukrainian culture.The carpet was woven by Zenovia Shulha and Halyna Mazur, with this 2025 edition continuing the legacy of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless design.
"White and Black" is a handcrafted composition created using an original technique developed by Zenovia Shulha. Made from the finest Sri Lankan wool, this piece represents a striking contrast between the two classic colors, symbolizing harmony and balance.The project was created in 2015 and has been presented at numerous international exhibitions. The composition showcases Shulha’s unique approach to weaving, blending traditional craft with innovative artistic expression.With its bold design and masterful execution, "White and Black" highlights the intricate beauty of wool as a medium for contemporary art. It remains a significant work in Shulha's body of work, capturing the essence of her creative vision and technical skill.
The "Ripples on the Water" is a handwoven flat-weave carpet that draws inspiration from the Art Deco movement. Made from the finest Sri Lankan wool, it reflects the geometric patterns and elegant lines characteristic of this artistic style.Woven in Hlyniany, Ukraine, by by company “Zena-Hlyniany-Art-Studio”, the project was created in 2025 Zenovia Shulha. The carpet showcases the traditional craft of authorial Hlyniany carpet weaving, blending innovation with heritage.The piece was woven by skilled artisans Zenovia Shulha and Halyna Mazur. This work continues the legacy of authentic Hlyniany carpet creation, presenting a timeless blend of artistry, tradition, and contemporary design.