• Artist
• Graphic Designer
• Fashion Designer
• Writer
• Branding Creator
The artist Irena Jadelo-Katarskė, who is sometimes called a "Renaissance human", has a wide range of activities covering various disciplines. Born in Vilnius, she is not indifferent to the uniqueness of the Old Town, where different styles, cultures and philosophies intertwine. She learned to notice the beauty in the diversity of the surrounding world and integrate elements of various fields into her work. Having become acquainted with the masterpieces of famous creators, she wanted to create something that would last a long time and something that would have value and meaning.
Having studied arts at the Justinas Vienožinskis Art School in Vilnius and the Vilnius Academy of Arts, she developed skills not only in the fields of fine arts, but also in the fields of design. Her talent was noticed at the Young Designers Competition. As a fashion designer, she not only created her own projects, but also contributed to the creation of a foreign film.
Since 2008, the artist's creation has been positioned as the brand "IJK Design Gallery". She creates complex design and art solutions for brands, spaces, and personal projects. She draws pictures and illustrations, creates objects (jewelry, accessories, interior details, paper products), graphic design and corporate identities, writes texts. Her illustrations and graphic design decorate postcards, invitations, publications and websites, while her paintings, murals and installations adorn not only private houses in various corners of the world, but also hotel spaces. In 2016 the artist took part in illustration projects promoting the fashion houses "Chanel" and "Valentino", curated by the Canadian entrepreneur Marcus Kan, who contributes with famous brands of the world fashion industry.
The artist is interested in psychology, philosophy and the cultural heritage of various countries, which is reflected in her work and gives her products a distinctive character.