About Yana Evans
It started with a blank page
I was too afraid to ruin...
Today, I create original works of art in motion — shaped by travel, resilience, and reverence for detail.
MY ARTISTIC JOURNEY
Not all of my original paintings were created on the road, but many pieces were — painted in hotel rooms, near packed luggage, or in borrowed corners of unfamiliar cities. Travel became part of the process, and even temporary spaces held space for art.
When I was younger, I was afraid to waste materials — paper felt too precious to ruin. Buying paints was a struggle, and the fear of failing often kept me from starting at all. Over time, I taught myself to embrace the unknown, to meet the blank surface with trust rather than hesitation.
Now, every canvas — whether made at home or in motion — holds not just a finished image, but a record of courage, process, and presence.
BACKGROUND & INFLUENCES
From a young age, my natural perfectionism and fear of failure shaped my artistic path, leading me to specialise in graphic art and fine line tattooing. I find deep joy in precision and detail—whether it’s the delicate stroke of a fine line marker or the subtle shading of graphite and carbon pencils. This love for order and control extends beyond my art and daily life—sometimes making me a bit of a grumpy perfectionist!
A profound influence came from my beloved teacher, Professor Reikhelgauz, a respected professor of architecture, whose mentorship not only deepened my understanding of form and structure but also planted the vital seed of self-belief—that I could master any artistic discipline I pursued.
While working professionally as a tattoo artist, I began exploring oil painting—a new medium that challenged me to overcome fears and grow as a contemporary artist. My tattoo clients likely don’t realise how much choosing me changed my life; every session is held dearly in my heart, and I look forward to the day we meet again. Their unwavering support empowered me to expand my artistic expression and develop my unique creative voice.
THE MIND BEHIND THE ART
My art doesn’t begin or end on the canvas. With a background in Oriental Studies, Cultural Studies, and Philosophy, I approach each piece with a deep curiosity for symbolism, story, and meaning. These disciplines taught me to look beneath the surface—at context, contrast, duality, and silence.
WORDS BEHIND THE WORK
This academic journey doesn’t follow a traditional art-school path, but it shaped the soul of my work. Whether I’m painting or drawing, there’s always a thread of inquiry—something ancient, something reflective, something unresolved.
I see art as a conversation: between cultures, between time periods, between the viewer and the self. Every piece I create holds layers of hidden meaning, quiet references, and metaphors waiting to be discovered.
ART STYLE & PROCESS
My work combines clean lines, fine detail, and emotional depth. I use materials like graphite, fine liners, and oil paint to create quiet, focused pieces.
Each artwork starts with a moment of stillness—and often, a bit of fear. I try to follow intuition over perfection, letting the process unfold naturally.
Here, you’ll see close-ups and time-lapse videos that capture how each piece comes to life—stroke by stroke, layer by layer.
On the right: Time-lapse of the drawing process for Cracked Silence
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