Ksenia Kirkbride
Sydney
Ksenia Kirkbride was born in 1981 in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, then part of the USSR. Raised in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
From an early age, she showed an interest in art, particularly enjoying working with clay and plasticine. Her father, a jack-of-all-trades, instilled in her a love for crafting and taught her many artisanal skills. Their home was filled with numerous items that Ksenia “improved” with her own hands — from walls to simple cutting boards for vegetables.
Ksenia’s first paid job was as a “doll artist” at the local theater, where she was able to showcase her talents and creativity. For many years, art and crafting remained a passion known only to a close circle of friends. She often painted gifts or worked on commissions, but the dream of a professional career in art was always with her.
Ksenia long dreamed of enrolling at the Institute des Beaux-Arts in Paris, but she realised her dream in Sydney, where she graduated from the National Art School. This experience became an important milestone in her life and career.
Today, Ksenia is a mother of three children, which is also reflected in her work. She continues to develop her unique style, blending tradition and modern trends, and inspires those around her with her art.