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Chair of Fine Arts

Updated: 3/25/2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Attention to applicants!

The entrance test programs can be found at the following link.

 

We offer you to see the catalog of creative works of the Department of Fine Arts and Design dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Faculty and the 100th anniversary of the University. 

We invite you to read an article by Associate Professor Nadiya Postolova "Preparation of the Chair of Fine Arts and Design for the Twentieth Anniversary."

 
 

    The specialty of Fine Arts was established in 1998, and the Department of Fine Arts was created in 2001. From the first days it was headed by the People's Artist of Ukraine, Professor Volodymyr Chupryna. The department employs extraordinary teachers, because they are not only teachers, but also professional artists. The activity of the department is organized at the proper level, where respect, professionalism and humanity are the first factors of work. Teachers are the representatives of most schools and areas of contemporary national art, so students have the opportunity to get acquainted with different views on art, various techniques and, in the midst of this diversity, to form their individual self.

     Teachers of the department constantly keep in touch with their colleagues in Ukraine and abroad, are interested in creative achievements, aware of all the processes that take place in the artistic life of the country. This is a big plus for modern artist-educator, who thanks to this is freely orientated in contemporary art, has the opportunity to show his work in any corner of the world and see achievements of colleagues. In addition, the constant process of communication between artists of the world has ensured that peripheral art does not exist today and young people do not have to go to study in another city, but you can do it here in our university, where talented professionals, and most importantly - professional artists will provide them with the necessary high-level knowledge.


Currently working in the Department:

  • Head of the Department of Fine Arts and Design - Candidate of pedagogical sciences, associate professor of the department, member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine - Vitaliy Rakovich;

  • Professor, National Artist of Ukraine, Honorary Academician of the National Academy of Arts of Ukraine Volodymyr Chuprina;

  •  Associate Professor, Honored Artist of Ukraine Olga Honobolina;

  • Associate Professor, member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine - Stanislav Kurak;

  • Candidate of Arts, Associate Professor - Anna Bilyk;

  • Candidate of Art Studies, Senior Lecturer, Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine - Olga Gulyayeva;

  • Lecturer of the department, member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine - Anna Kashuba;

  • Department teacher - Anastasia Ishchenko;

  • The assistant of the department is Yulia Gritsenko

  • Department teacher – Yuliia Stefuryshyna.

 

   The professional make-up of the department is engaged in scientific, methodical, organizational work and creative activity. To insure high quality of the education, members of the department have developed and published methodical articles and recommendations, scientific articles and journals.

   Students learn and actively engage in science work with problem groups: “Graphics and learning” - science curriculum associate professor Kurak S.P., “Space and its modern interpretation” - science curriculum associate professor Honobolina O.Ch. The active work of the staff allows the students to explore their creative potential and self-actualize at universal and regional art shows, regional student plein-airs, and All-Ukrainian art competitions.

   The tradition for the department was the All-Ukrainian plein airs: “Lazurne-2016”, “Lazurne-2017”, “Sea of colors-2018”, “Sea of colors -2019” and the All-Ukrainian scientific conferences “Formation of creative activities of students of creative specialties in higher education” (8–9.09.2018 p. Kherson - v. Zalizny Port; 11-15.09.2019 p. Kherson - v. Zalizny Port). Photographs from the plein air can be seen here.

   At the foundation of the department, there is a mission for preparing highly qualified professionals for the cultivation of the cultural and creative areas of Ukraine: artists, educators (higher education in Fine art). The department is engaged in training student in full-time forms of education for following courses: fine art, decorative art and pedagogy.

   List of disciplines according to the primary plan for the bachelor's degree: Philosophy; History of Ukraine; Ukrainian language (for professional knowledge); Foreign language; Ecology; Civil safety; Physical education; Psychology and pedagogy:general and special; Fundamentals of scientific studies; Theory and History of art (Fundamentals of art criticism, History of plastic art, History of Ukrainian culture, History of culture); Decorative art; Theory of color; Painting; Drawing; Composition; The sculpture and plastic anatomy; Methodology of the art education; Mesum knowledge; Ethics, Aesthetics / Sociology; Law / Politology; Exclusive technology in painting / Original graphic; Techniques of easel painting / Computer graphics; Monumental painting / Techniques of digital graphics; Material  knowledge in painting / Foundations of art.

    List of disciplines according to the primary plan for the master’s degree: Philosophy and the methodology of science; Fundamentals of science and technology; Intellectual ownership; Pedagogy and psychology of hifgher education; Methodology for teaching of special; Scenography; Advanced information and technology in the field of fine art; Analysis of the creative work and exhibition activity; Theory of the modern art.

 
 

 Contacts

 

 

Head of Department: Vitaly Rakovich

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Senior Laboratory Assistant: Evgeniya Melnik

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Official Telegram Group: t.me/kafedra_omd   
 

 

 

 

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Updated: 5/20/2023

Suggestions and recommendations on the content of educational and professional programs of the department can be found at the link.

Also, we invite you to the official group of the chair in Telegram  – t.me/kafedra_omd

Новини кафедри


  • Wednesday, April 09, 2025

    На запрошення Фахової онлайн школи завідувач кафедри образотворчого мистецтва і дизайну, кандидат педагогічних наук, доцент, член НСХУ Віталій Ракович провів лекцію на тему «Методологія формування візуального образу вистави у процесі вивчення дисципліни «Сценографія»»
    Це складова апробації навчально-методичного матеріалу з дисципліни «Сценографія» перед поданням курсу на атестацію.
    📢 Методологія формування візуального образу вистави у процесі вивчення дисципліни «Сценографія»
    Як створити сценічний простір, що занурює глядача у світ вистави? Як кольори, фактури та світло формують емоційне сприйняття театрального дійства?
    На лекції з дисципліни «Сценографія» у межах Фахової онлайн школи обговорювали:
    🎭 Основні принципи формування візуального образу вистави
    🖌️ Роль художника-сценографа: від ідеї до втілення на сцені
    💡 Інтеграцію традиційних і цифрових технологій у сценографічному мистецтві
    Також я поділився досвідом викладання освітньої компоненти «Сценографія» на кафедрі образотворчого мистецтва і дизайну Херсонського державного університету. Під час зустрічі ми обговорили нові експериментальні педагогічні програми та познайомилися з навчально-творчими здобутками талановитих студентів кафедри.
    Щиро дякую організаторам Фахової онлайн школи за можливість долучитися до професійного обговорення та обміну досвідом!


  • Thursday, April 03, 2025

    🎨✨ Art Without Borders: Exhibition of Vitalii Rakovych’s Creative Works ✨🎭

    The creative works of Vitalii Rakovych, Head of the Department of Fine Arts and Design at Kherson State University, are showcased in an exhibition at the Zakarpattia Academy of Arts.
    🖌 This event serves as an important artistic dialogue between regions and reaffirms that art knows no boundaries. Vitalii Rakovych’s works captivate with their depth, technical mastery, and emotional richness.

    Congratulations on this recognition, and may inspiration lead to new creative achievements!


  • Wednesday, April 02, 2025

    ✨ An Open Conversation About Art and Education! 🎨🎭

    On April 2, 2025, the Department of Fine Arts and Design of Kherson State University held a career guidance meeting with students of the Kaniv Vocational College of Culture and Arts.
    📢 Natalia Tereshenko, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Culture and Arts, introduced students to admission opportunities and the features of studying at the faculty.
    🎨 Vitalii Rakovych, Head of the Department, shared insights on innovations in art education, training future artist-educators, and opportunities for creative growth.
    What was discussed?
    🔹 Educational programs of the department and their unique opportunities
    🔹 Career paths of our graduates: from teachers and artists to scenographers and contemporary art practitioners
    🔹 How to develop talent: competitions, festivals, and artistic projects
    🔹 International internships and the "Double Diploma" program – opening new horizons!
    💫 The key is a creative community that inspires, nurtures, and supports.
    We are proud of the achievements of our graduates and are excited to welcome new talents to our artistic family! 🎨


  • Tuesday, March 25, 2025

    🎉 Congratulations to our talented student Kateryna Sotsenko on another victory! 🎨🏆

    We are delighted to announce that Kateryna Sotsenko, a first-year student, has won a First-Degree Diploma at the XIV International Competition "American Art Fest" in the "Painting" category! Her artwork "Chase" impressed the jury with its mastery, creative approach, and emotional depth.

    We are proud of Kateryna and wish her new achievements, inspiration, and further victories! 🌟


  • Thursday, March 20, 2025

    The Department of Fine Arts and Design sincerely congratulates Kateryna Sotsenko, a first-year student, on her successful participation in prestigious art competitions! Based on the results of the 2nd International Art Competition "Creative Geniuses of Modernity" and the All-Ukrainian Two-Round Art Competition "With Love for the Homeland", her works received high praise from the jury and were awarded First Prize. These achievements are the result of her hard work, professional growth, and creative exploration under the guidance of the department's teachers. The high level of her works demonstrates a deep understanding of art, mastery of painting techniques, and an original approach to creative tasks. The Department of Fine Arts and Design is proud of the achievements of its student and wishes her further creative accomplishments, new ideas, and inspiration for future artistic projects!

Contacts

Evgenia Melnyk

Kherson State University,
Faculty of Arts and kultyry,
Department of Art and Design

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