About the
Artist
Olena Markova is a Ukrainian-born hair artist, color specialist, educator, and international judge based in the United States, with over 15 years of professional experience in the beauty industry. She specializes in advanced blonding, precision color techniques, and creative hair design.
Olena is an international judge and expert with professional beauty associations, including IEEBA, IBATAJ, and GABI, and an award-winning professional with experience as a speaker, educator, and judge at international beauty events and competitions. Her creative approach is defined by technical precision, attention to detail, and a distinctive visual aesthetic, combining elegance, individuality, and bold artistic expression.
The Works
Lines of Light
LINES OF LIGHT is an editorial hair concept built around precision, contrast, and movement. Fine, individually defined blonde sections create a graphic structure around the face, transforming the hair into a composition of light and lines. Controlled placement is balanced with intentionally raw texture, creating a look that feels both structured and effortless.
At the heart of the concept is the contrast between softness and boldness: delicate blonde strands and feminine details meet strong graphic lines, dramatic styling, and an unapologetic attitude. The result is a balance of vulnerability and strength, elegance and edge.
The contrast between luminous blonde, black styling, and dramatic light further emphasizes the geometry of the hair, making every individual section part of the visual composition. This work explores the balance between precision and creative freedom, using hair as a graphic medium where every line, direction, and detail is intentional.
See you in Paris
HD Contemporary Art Gallery, 45 Rue Vivienne, Paris. October 12, 2026.