NADYA SAYAPINA
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Since 2011, I’ve completed 50+ mural and decorative projects for homes and public spaces – including large-scale brush paintings, mosaics, painted furniture, and DIY-style interiors. Among them: DK Bar, TeaMail, Sorso (Minsk), Karma Bar (Kyiv), and Septem of Swords (Warsaw).
My murals are executed entirely by hand using brushes and acrylic paints, creating the depth of a massive canvas where every stroke remains visible. I work both from existing concepts and by developing original designs from scratch. Additionally, I specialize in creating custom textures and faux finishes for walls and furniture—including aging, patinas, oxide & rust effects, and distressed surfaces. These techniques are frequently applied to ruin-aesthetic interiors, commercial set designs, and video production props.
DK BAR — Co-development & Interior Execution
I co-developed the visual identity and interior of DK Bar (Minsk, 2014–15) from the ground up. Every decorative element was executed by hand, including large-scale murals, custom textured surfaces, hand-painted furniture, and tailored textile elements.
TeaMail – long-term collaboration
Between 2016 and 2020, I regularly collaborated with TeaMail, a tea shop and tearoom in Minsk, transforming both its interior and exterior. The project spanned large-scale murals, decorative handmade finishes, and watercolor-based merchandise graphics and packaging. Key features included a series of upcycled mosaics crafted from broken teaware, window decals inspired by traditional Belarusian and Chinese paper-cut motifs, and a hand-drawn map painted entirely with regional teas brewed and applied like ink. This collaboration resulted in a holistic space where fine art and custom craftsmanship seamlessly merged, both conceptually and literally.
