NIKITA REPLYANSKI

@n.replyanski

What message would your art convey about you as a creator if it could speak?
Through my art, I explore the ongoing transformation of humanity in a world influenced by technology, which is one of the most significant forces shaping society today. My works reflect my search for harmony, aesthetics, and new meanings within our integration with the technological realm. They serve as a medium for understanding the world, enabling me to not only understand myself but also to invent innovative forms of expressing the human identity of the future, ranging from functional prosthetics to artistic concepts for globally recognized musicians.

In what ways does your personal identity or experiences influence your artistic style and subject matter?
My life is a journey of change and resilience. Overcoming a serious illness shaped my perspective, thanks to science, technology, and personal growth. This experience transformed me from a cyberpunk enthusiast into an evangelist and explorer of technological potential. For four years, I was involved in the development of robotic prosthetic hands, which deepened my understanding of the intersection between human capability and technology. My art reflects this fusion with the future, expressing both inspiration and concern about humanity’s decisions in shaping artificial intelligence and ensuring coexistence with AGI. The sharp forms and fluid lines in my work mirror my fast-paced yet adaptive mind, blending intensity with a constant pursuit of balance.

Describe your creative process in just three words.
Dissociation, exploration, combination.

What aspects of cyber art drew you to choose this medium over traditional forms of art?
Creating cyber art, I initially explored future worlds; now I explore the present. I have no regrets about this choice. To be honest, it all started with a fascination for technology and its almost magical nature. In many ways, technology is slowly realized magic, granting us superhuman abilities like telepathy, telekinesis, levitation, longevity, etc. This was the starting point, but over time, my work evolved to include fashion projects and wearable art pieces. One influence led to another, shaping my unique artistic medium.

If your art style was a flavor, what would it taste like and why?
A bittersweet umami, an interplay of contrasts.

What song or album best represents your art and why?
What a wonderful question. I have an extensive playlist that reflects all shades of my creative states, but if I had to choose one track that closely mirrors my work, it would be the old- school soundtrack from The Animatrix, “Beauty Never Fades” by Junkie XL. It carries so much bright nostalgia for the future.

What element of surprise or hidden message do you hope viewers will discover in your artwork?
I constantly embed hidden messages and references to mythology or literary works in my pieces. I love sparking the imagination of a discerning viewer. If they find something personal in it, that’s even better. Lately, I have been exploring ideas from secular Buddhism. I believe it’s important to develop awareness and mental strength. Many forces, from governments to corporations, try to control our attention. But in the end, it is up to us to train our minds and take care of our inner world.

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