During his teenage years, Vatslav took drawing lessons at his uncle's and grandfather's studios. Subsequently, he pursued 2D and 3D design courses at a local university.

At the age of 15, he acquired his first camera, marking the commencement of his photography journey. He shared his works with his parents and acquaintances, eagerly seeking and receiving valuable feedback.

This early engagement in the arts helped shape Vatslav's taste and aesthetics within a bohemian environment.

Family background

Vatslav entered the world in 1991, a pivotal time coinciding with the dissolution of the USSR. This period proved to be challenging for artists, and Vatslav's family faced financial struggles. Despite the adversities, his earliest toys weren't conventional playthings but rather brushes and paints. The workshop of his parents became his playground, fostering an environment where art, books, and aesthetic pursuits defined his upbringing.

From early childhood, Vatslav was immersed in a world of creativity, setting the stage for his own artistic journey. This formative period shaped his perspective on life, instilling in him a profound appreciation for the beauty and transformative power inherent in artistic expression.

Leonid – Vatslav’s father, born in 1959, graduated from the prestigious Odessa State Art School's sculpture department in 1986. Following this, he began his career as a sculptor at the Khmelnytskyi Art Combine of the Art Fund of the Ukrainian SSR in 1987. His work was prominently featured in renowned All-Ukrainian republican exhibitions, showcasing his talent and making a lasting impact on Ukraine's artistic scene.

Among his notable works is a sculptural composition dedicated to the fallen victims of the Second World War, located in the city of Starokostyantiniv, Khmelnytskyi region, Ukraine. Additionally, he has crafted commemorative signs for local soldiers who lost their lives in the same war, as well as busts and memorial plaques honoring prominent individuals.

Currently, Leonid is immersed in the art of sculpture, working with bronze, wood, and ceramic clay, alongside his endeavors in crafting oil paintings.

Born in Ukraine, Vatslav Muller comes from a family with a rich lineage of artists spanning many generations, each deeply rooted in enduring traditions. A legacy of artistry courses through Vatslav's family, with his grandfather, grandmother, uncle, mother, father, and godfather all embracing art as both their educational background and profession.

Eduard Millar, grandfather. A modern photo taken in his art studio.

Eduard Rafailovich Millar (born February 7, 1939, Antoniny, Ukraine) is a Ukrainian painter, graphic designer, art critic, poet; member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine since 1993; Honorary Doctor of Khmelnytskyi National University, Honorary Professor of the Khmelnytskyi Humanitarian and Pedagogical Academy since 2002, Academician of the International Academy of Fundamental Foundations of Being.

During his lifetime, he held an infinite number of art exhibitions and opened 9 art galleries - in particular - at the National Academy of Border Troops of Ukraine, the Technological University, at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant (all in 2001) and the Humanitarian and Pedagogical Academy (2002), the National University "Ostrozka Academy" (2005)

He painted over 3,000 works, now proudly adorning state institutions and private collections in Ukraine and beyond. His artistic legacy extends to the USA, Serbia, Poland, and Germany, where his creations have found homes in the hearts of art enthusiasts worldwide.

Gregory Kuzin,

godfather -architect, painter.

Radimir Millar, uncle - painter, leader of «Heritage Keepers» organization, head of art studio "Renaissance"