Mountlake Terrace Library

Irina Semernya

Exhibit Opens February 1
February 1 – 28, 2025

The Mountlake Terrace Arts Advisory Commission presents the Irina Semernya Exhibit at the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Avenue W.

Artist Statement:
Irina Semernya was born on April 22, 1961, in a small Siberian town near Lake Baikal, Russia.

From early childhood, creativity became her natural language. She joined a “Children’s Art” group, where she first discovered the joy of expressing emotion through line and color. During her school years, she designed bright and cheerful posters for holidays and community celebrations. Drawing was not merely a hobby for her—it was a way to see and interpret the world.

Irina continued to follow her artistic path by studying architecture at university, where she deepened her appreciation for form, balance, and structure. Alongside her architectural work, she explored ceramics and drawing, always searching for new ways to blend precision with imagination.

In 2023, Irina discovered a new and deeply expressive medium—Fluid Art. Through its flowing movement and spontaneous blending of colors, she found a way to capture both the unpredictability and harmony of life itself. Her recent works reflect the same curiosity and creative spirit that have guided her since childhood, transforming her lifelong passion for art into a vivid celebration of freedom, emotion, and beauty.

The Mountlake Terrace Arts Advisory Commission oversees the library exhibits as part of its mission to promote cultural events in the community. Library hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-8pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.