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Dasha Lohvynova is an art historian and independent researcher with a focus on contemporary artistic and curatorial practices in Ukraine. Originally from Donetsk, Ukraine, Dasha moved to the Netherlands in 2019 to pursue a degree in art history and heritage studies. Her research delves into the evolving landscape of Ukrainian…

Daria Lysenko is a writer, art historian, PR specialist, and philologist from Kyiv. She has lived and studied in Ukraine, Croatia, and Serbia, earning a Master’s degree in Art History and German Language from the University of Zagreb in 2017. Daria worked as the Head of Communication and Promotion at…

Coordinates event coverage, editorial task delegation and the overall VATAHA website layout. Anni holds dual US/German citizenship, and has resided in the Netherlands since 2016. Since 2019, she has worked as a journalist and website editor, spanning the B2B food ingredient development, art education and asset management industries. Anni is…

An architect and designer originally from Vinnytsia, Ukraine. Before the full-scale invasion, she lived in Kyiv, where she studied architecture and urban planning. After moving to the Netherlands, she completed her master’s degree while interning at an architectural bureau. Anastasiia currently works at an architecture firm in The Hague. In…

Maria Petrochko is a Ukrainian artist and graphic designer with over 12 years of experience in illustration, design, and visual storytelling. Her work blends creativity with functionality, enriching both artistic expression and communication. Maria holds a Master’s Degree in Monumental Painting and Art History from the Lviv National Academy of…

Nadiia Davydenko, born in Vyshenve, Kyiv region, is an experienced event organizer with a diverse international background. Her desire to explore the world started when she was a student in Kyiv, leading to a student exchange in Hungary and marketing roles in Egypt, Ecuador, and the Galapagos Islands, where she…

Anastasia Prokofieva is a visual artist and designer at VATAHA, originally from Donetsk, Ukraine. Now based in the Netherlands, Anastasia’s work spans diverse artistic mediums, exploring themes of resilience, identity, and transformation. Her portfolio includes vibrant, abstract compositions and thought-provoking pieces that capture one’s attention immediately. At VATAHA, she channels…

Svitlana Kuznetsova, originally from Snihurivka in the Mykolaiv region, is a skilled content manager with a diverse background in journalism, media, and marketing. She studied automation and railway transport systems in Dnipro and later pursued TV directing in Kharkiv, earning recognition for her documentary work at an international festival. Svitlana…