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Artist and Art Instructor
Catherine Snowstorm
Portfolio
Biography
Catherine Snowstorm is a Ukrainian-born artist and art instructor based in Leander, Texas. As the founder of Snowstorm Art Studio, she bridges traditional academic precision with modern creative expression.
Professional Journey & Leadership
2019 – Present | Founder & Lead Instructor, Snowstorm Art Studio (Texas, USA)
Catherine established a creative hub in Leander, combining academic drawing with modern art practices. She manages all aspects of the business, from curriculum development to digital branding and financial management (Certified in Bookkeeping Basics by Intuit, 2024).
2012 – 2013 | Video Game Artist (Ukrainian-American Studio)
Successfully transitioned into the gaming industry, creating 2D assets and UI for international projects. This period expanded her digital skills and influenced her focus on emotional depth in storytelling.
2010 – 2012 | Founder & Director, Art Studio “Mystetstvo” (Ukraine)
Developed a curriculum officially approved by the Ukrainian Ministry of Education. Her students consistently received top honors in national exhibitions.
2005 – 2011 | Lead Designer & Creative Art Director (Blank-Press Publishing House)
Managed design teams and high-profile collaborations, including executing annual handwritten calligraphy for Chanel invitations.
2003 – 2005 | Graphic Designer (Boyko-Sport & Alkor)
Developed full visual identities and catalogs. Her logo design for Boyko-Sport remains the foundation of the company’s branding today.
Selected Exhibitions
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2017 | Kyiv, Ukraine – “Shevchenko’s Thoughts”, Supreme Council of Ukraine.
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2017 | Kyiv, Ukraine – “The First Exhibition of Ukrainian Book Illustration”, National Museum of Literature.
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2017 | Kyiv, Ukraine – “Best of the Best”, SKLO Art Space.
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2017 | Kyiv, Ukraine – Ukrainian Fashion Week Art Project (Collaboration with ELLE).
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2016 | Palermo, Italy – “We Contemporary”, MUSA International Art Space.
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2016 | Krynica-Zdrój, Poland – VI International Plein-Air “Brotherly Look”.
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2016 | Kyiv, Ukraine – “Colors of Life”, House of the Artist.
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2016 | Kyiv, Ukraine – “Art Performance 374 Artists”, National Easter Egg Festival.
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2016 | Kyiv, Ukraine – Third All-Ukrainian Exhibition, Center of Ukrainian Culture and Art.
Academic Excellence & Recognition
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2020 | Theory & Practice of Art Therapy (National Pedagogical Dragomanov University)
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2017 | Film and Television Acting Certificate (Showmax Production Center)
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2009 | Scholar’s Certificate of the Mayor of Kyiv for creative contribution to the city.
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2009 | EU "Youth in Action" Programme (Intercultural Dialogue Training, Youthpass).
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2008 | Master’s Degree in Art (MA) (National Technical University of Ukraine “KPI”)
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2006 | Bachelor’s of Fine Arts (BFA) (National Technical University of Ukraine “KPI”)
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2001 | Bachelor of Arts (BA) (Kyiv State Institute of Decorative and Applied Art)
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2007 | AEGEE Letter of Gratitude for promoting intercultural cooperation.
How It All Began
Behind the professional titles lies a lifelong dialogue with art. It started in 1985 in a small sculpting and drawing studio when Catherine was only four years old. Recognizing her talent early on, her mother fostered this passion, leading Catherine to Kyiv’s Children’s Art School No. 2 (1993–1996).
During those formative years, Catherine didn't just study anatomy and composition; she immersed herself in dance, choir, and piano, constantly pushing the boundaries of her expression. Those early days in the studio laid the foundation for the artist, designer, and mentor she is today, proving that creativity, in all its forms, is a universal language of harmony.
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