Daria Tymonina

I was born in the enchanting city of Lviv, a place steeped in history and art. My journey into the world of creativity began from my early childhood and continued with a new stage at the Oleksiy Novakivskyi Art School, where In addition to traditional artistic disciplines, I studied cartoon animation techniques.

I pursued my formal education at the Ivan Trush Lviv State College of Decorative and Applied Arts, specializing in interior design, where I was given important professional knowledge and skills in the field of plastic anatomy, drawing, painting, art history, composition, sculpture and other specialized disciplines. Later, I pursued computer graphics at the Academy of Printing, where I specialized in the fine arts department.

Beyond my professional training, I draw inspiration from the natural world and my personal passions. I have a deep love for climbing, especially climbing rocks in nature. I discovered a long time ago that the principles and experience of rock climbing work in other areas and help me achieve my goals in life.

After completing my education,
I embarked on a multifaceted creative
journey, exploring diverse roles that
enriched my artistic perspective.

I worked as an interior designer, graphic designer, video game artist, children’s book illustrator, and fashion designer, each field offering unique challenges and inspirations. Alongside these, I shared my passion for art as a painting teacher for both adults and children. My creative endeavors also extended into the world of dance, where I performed as a dancer and taught belly dance.

This fusion of my diverse passions has become the cornerstone of my artistic identity, allowing me to weave a rich tapestry of creativity that connects the visual, the tactile, and the conceptual. Every project I undertake is not just an expression of my skills but a reflection of the life I live and the world I dream of.

Since February 2014 I have been striving hard to create captivating storys with my sand art performances, weaving storytelling and artistry into mesmerizing visual experiences.

My Stage Dress Designs

Inspiration

For me, creativity is what adds joy to my life and makes it incredibly interesting! I love to approach different aspects of life and the situations I encounter with a creative mindset. I feel like a child, and I strive to share love with people through my artistry. Traveling and discovering new things fascinates me; I am captivated by the material culture of diverse peoples, and I have a deep love for nature. Nature inspires me and rejuvenates my spirit! Let me take you on an artistic adventure as I unveil a selection of my creative works!

Illustrations and Parallaxes

Watercolor Etudes from Travels

Sketches from life in pencil

Oil painting

Game illustrations

Traditional costumes illustrations

Achievements and Awards:

  • 2006: 2nd Place winner Art Contest «City Lviv has 750». nomination “Painting”.
  • 2006: 2nd Place winner Lviv Climbing (bouldering) Open Championship.
  • 2009: 1nd Place winner Chernigiv Climbing Open Championship.
  • 2010: 2nd Place winner Carpathians Bouldering Championships (in Igor’s Sharabura’s memory).
  • 2011: 3nd Place winner International Dance Festival «Caravan -2011» in the debut “Classic bellydance”.
  • 2011: 1nd Place winner of the International Bellydance Festival «East-west», category debut “improvisation”.
  • 2012: 3nd Place winner of the Ukrainian Oriental Dance Competition «Roksolyana» category “Improvisation”.
  • 2013: Solo paintings exhibition “Fairy tale for every body” in the citys: Simferopil, Berezhany, Ternopil, Lviv (Ukraine).
  • 2014: 2nd Place winner of the International Sand Animation Contest “Дотик” (sand graphics and sand video).
  • 2015: 1nd Place winner of the International Sand Animation Contest “Дотик” (live sand show).
  • 2017: 1nd Place winner of the International Sand Animation Contest “Дотик” (live sand show).
  • 2021: Personal exhibition of sand painting reproductions “Lviv Fantasies” in Lviv (Ukraine)
  • 2023: Personal exhibition of watercolor painting and sand painting reproductions “My fantasies – are my reality” in Kaiserslautern (Germany)
  • 2024: 4 yes from the judges on “Croatia’s Got Talent”

Certificates

Children's book illustrations

Make a request
Example of a Show Request:

Event Date: September 5, 2025
Country / City: United Kingdom, London
Event Type: 50th Birthday Party
Number of Guests: 80
Budget: £1,500

Story / Picture / Topic: We’d love a beautiful sand animation showing the life journey of the birthday person—from childhood memories and family moments to travel, hobbies, and personal achievements. Please include a final scene with a birthday cake and fireworks in sand!

Style of Music: Light, uplifting music—instrumental or acoustic, possibly a favorite song of the birthday person (we can share a track).

Special Notes: Open to creative ideas and use of colored sand or different textures to highlight special scenes.