Irina Yushmanova (Mexico)

“As a professional watercolor artist, my work explores the dynamic relationship between modern urban landscapes and the fluid, unpredictable nature of watercolor. I am captivated by the geometry of the city—how lines intersect, how cables crisscross the sky, and how the repetition of windows creates rhythm within architecture. My paintings aim to capture the tension between structured construction and the organic, ever-changing elements of the urban environment.

I focus on the intricate layers of city life, from towering glass facades reflecting distorted skylines to the tangled web of power lines that connect us. Watercolor, with its transparency and fluidity, allows me to explore these contrasts—where rigid geometry dissolves into atmospheric washes, and precise details fade into abstraction. Through this interplay, I seek to evoke the essence of the city rather than a literal representation.”