Candy Lady – Sculptural Toy
by Yoomoota · Bangkok, Thailand

Known as Taras Yoom, Taras Zheltyshev is the visionary behind the Yoomoota collection. While his earlier life saw him in the role of a doctor, in the realm of imagination, he captains the spaceship Popato-1, journeying through the Yoomota universe. On Earth, Taras stands out not just as an artist who has graced numerous international exhibitions, but also as an esteemed winner of several design accolades. His unique artistic approach is deeply rooted in blending his understanding of biology and nature, resulting in deeply personalized designs and art projects.In his formative years, Taras donned multiple hats, working in a lab and an architectural bureau. Here, he crafted interior items and art pieces, and it was during this phase that design, artistry, and biophysics coalesced in his thoughts. His artistic endeavors started to deftly weave the tangible reality with the intricate natural processes he had witnessed during his medical studies. This gave rise to art rich in histological patterns, molecular imagery, and the vibrant hues and forms of living organisms.Today, Taras is celebrated as a multifaceted artist, producing sculptures, paintings, unique design objects, furniture, and NFTs. His work has been spotlighted in prestigious publications such as Vogue, Elle Decoration, AD, Interior+Design, Tatler, Interiors The Best, and Forbes.