
ANNA CHEKH
THE GIRL BEHIND THE SHADOW
01 About
Biography and more about Anna Chekh and her art journey
01 BIOGRAPHY
Anna Chekh, the multidisciplinary contemporary Ukrainian-born artist, embarked on her creative journey in the enchanting town of Dnipro, Ukraine. Her early fascination with art led her to attend art classes, shaping her innate talent. Despite her artistic passion, she graduated advertising and public relations at the National University in Kiev, recognizing the instability that often accompanies a life of artists.
At the moment of flourishing career like an art director, Chekh decided to change trajectory and build her artist’s solo way coming back to her children’s dream. Her art has rapidly gained popularity and reached a wide international level.
Chekh's artistic oeuvre transcends conventional boundaries, seamlessly blending traditional canvas painting with cutting-edge technology. Her portfolio encompasses 3D printed artworks, sculptures, digital art, NFTs, and interactive installations, showcasing her commitment to pushing artistic frontiers.
02 ART JOURNEY
Anna Chekh is a representative of contemporary art expressed in various forms and meanings. Her artworks are dedicated to societal issues. No one could express modern society as vividly and unequivocally her main character - the Shadow Man.
A faceless character with values in hand, he embodies the image of our generation. As a multidisciplinary artist, Anna Chekh extends her creative vision across various mediums, from traditional canvases and sculptures to cutting-edge NFTs, interactive installations, and innovative 3D pictures and web 3.0 projects.
Her profound and captivating artworks have been exhibited in prestigious venues worldwide, such as the Marinaressa Gardens during Venice Biennale 2026, Museum of Future in Dubai, Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, Arsenale at Venice Biennale 2024, DIFC Sculpure Park in Dubai, Tokyo Tower and have been showcased in cities like New York, Tokyo, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bangkok, Barcelona, Berlin, Cannes and Singapore.
Anna Chekh’s creative excellence has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including Best Innovative NFT 2024 and Best Phygital NFT 2023, presented at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Additionally, her significant contributions to the art industry were honored with the Golden Visa Talents for 10 years in the UAE and included to 300 high flyers people in Thailand 2025 by Prestige magazine. In 2024, she was appointed Art Ambassador of Ukraine by UNESCO as part of the Art Connects Women project in Dubai
03 STATEMENT
Through artworks the artist aim to capture the spirit of our times and reflect the complex nature of contemporary existence. Anna believes that we are all Shadow Men. We navigate the world, engaging with it on multiple levels, yet we instinctively shield parts of ourselves from the external gaze.
Like all of us, Shadow Man explores everything around him, immersing himself in the thick of things. Yet, he chooses to stay in the shadows and remain faceless, preserving his private life, values, and secrets from the public eye. Artist’s work invites viewers to contemplate this duality within their own lives — the balance between what we reveal and what we conceal, the public persona and the private self.
Through Shadow Man as the main art character, Chekh depicts these ideas in a catchy and artistic way. All her artworks carry a deep sense, revealing people’s behavior patterns and social masks. Anna strives to create a space for reflection and connection. Her art seeks to evoke a sense of shared experience and understanding, highlighting the universal human condition.
Shadow Man Collection
Take a look at the flagship art object of Anna Chekh's art
The artist’s primary character, Shadow Man—an image symbolizing our generation — the Shadow Man art objects are shiny and magnetic, with surfaces that captivate attention at first glance. These pieces deliver incredible positive emotions, while the richness of the color palette aids in self-identification. The ‘Shadow Man’ collection, featuring unique 1/1 editions with distinct color combinations
OLIVE CHROME /PINK CHROME
SILVER CHROME/
PINK GLOSSY
YELLOW CHROME/
PINK GOLD
PURPLE CHROME/ PINK GLOSSY
BLACK CHROME/
OLIVE CHROME
BLACK CHROME/
RED CHROME
MINT GLOSSY/
BLACK MATTE
RED CHROME/
BLUE CHROME
SILVER MATTE/
PINK CHROME
BLACK CHROME/
GOLD CHROME
PINK CHROME/
BLACK MATTE
SILVER MATTE/
PINK GOLD
PINK CHROME/
MINT CHROME
BLUE CHROME/
BLACK MATTE
GOLD CHROME/
PIK CHROME
BLACK MATTE/
PINK CHROME
02 Portfolio
Take a short look into Anna's world of art
Sculptures
Anna's sculptural works embody a distinctive fusion of contemporary sculpture, collectible design, and conceptual storytelling. Across each creation, the recognizable design language of Shadow Man remains present and inherited, evolving into new forms while preserving its iconic silhouette, symbolic geometry, and philosophical essence.

Sculptural artworks
These canvases embody a groundbreaking fusion of traditional artistry and sculptural depth through advanced 3D printing technology. Merging the visual fluidity of paintings with the tactile richness of sculptures, the collection reflects the innovative spirit of our technologically advanced era

Paintings
All Chekh’s artworks carry a deep sense, revealing people’s behavior patterns and social masks. Anna strives to create a space for reflection and connection. The artist translates her doctrine through bright and catchy images — guide heroes, surreal elements and, of her main character - the Shadow Man.
One of the artist’s expressive techniques involves using patterns and repetitive elements in their work. This invites reflection on the importance of these moments amidst daily routines.

ART FURNITURE
Exclusive design of coffee table created by Anna will make your space special, unique and cozy. Artist’s recognizable art hero - cartoonish horse which will definitely add vibes to your interior and become a real alien catchy for all eyes. ‘Horsetable’ will bring you joy and inspiration with every cup of coffee enjoyed and every magazine or book page flipped through. First was presented in Dubai at DIFC Art Nights 2024 and was sold out immediately.

digital
Anna Chekh often cooperates with major digital venues around the world. Her artworks provide real art therapy, allowing people to relax and get inspired. Recently, she collaborated with the Theatre of Digital Art, Art in Space, Elevision Media, Kanvas Gallery in Dubai
03 Collabs
Take a short look into Anna's world of art with some of her best works
art furniture feat MASAyA
The collaboration between MASAYA — a Thai furniture brand renowned for its expressive brass objects — and international contemporary artist Anna Chekh unfolds at the intersection of design, sculpture, and philosophy. At its core is the artist’s iconic character, Shadow Man, not as a decorative reference, but as the conceptual framework shaping the collection.

ART JEWELRY COLLECTION feat matara
A moment where the invisible becomes tangible, and meaning finds shape. In this quiet dialogue, two worlds meet. This collaboration felt natural. Personal, even. They see beauty in the same quiet way. A story of resilience, connection, and values. Each piece becomes a sculptural statement — a reflection of what we carry within. The artistic hero Shadow Man by Anna Chekh and Matara, the new generation of pearl artistry.

04 News
Take a short look into Anna's world of art with some of her best works




VENICE BIENNALE
DIFC SCULPTURE PARK
SCULPTHAMTONS
MUSEUM OF FUTURE AUCTION
May-November 2026
The 2-meter stainless steel Shadow Man sculpture was selected for the exhibition Personal Structures by European Cultural Centre during the Venice Biennale.
On view at Marinaressa Gardens.
Made possible with the support of Paciotty Corporation.
November 2025 - May 2026
The 3-meter stainless steel Shadow Horses sculpture is on view at DIFC Sculpture Park.
November 2025 - November 2026
The monumental Shadow Man sculpture is now on view at Sculpture Park.
November 2025
The 30 cm Shadow Man art object was sold for AED 39,000 (approximately $10,600) at an auction held at the Museum of the Future, organized by Art Be a Part.
05 Press
Who is talking about Anna's art
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VOGUE
The wearable miniature sculpture ‘Shadow Man’ by Matara x Chekh
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TATLER
The collaboration between Matara Studio and Anna Chekh
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KHALEEJ TIMES
'Dubai always inspires me': Meet the artist behind iconic 'Shadow Man'
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LOVIN DUBAI
Ukrainian Artist Anna Chekh Talks Phygital Art & Dubai As Inspiration
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THAILAND PRESTIGE
Meet Anna Chekh, a Ukrainian Multimedia Artist Now Based in Thailand































































