To work, create, and develop one’s own business in a frontline city is a conscious choice and a daily responsibility. This has been the way of life for more than eight years for Sloviansk-based ceramics master Taras Snizhkivskyi, a producer of original ceramic works known both in Donetsk Oblast and beyond.
On December 18, Natalia Adamova, Director of the Donetsk Regional Employment Center, visited Mr. Snizhkivskyi’s workshop, where she familiarized herself with the process of creating both household and decorative ceramic items. In this creative space, filled with clay, molds, and the warmth of the kiln, objects with character are born—each with its own story and meaning.
Despite the challenges of war, the master has not stopped working. He stayed in his hometown and continues to develop his business. His ceramics combine traditional craftsmanship with a modern artistic vision, and his works are recognized and valued both in Ukraine and abroad. Through his art, Taras Snizhkivskyi shows another side of Donetsk Oblast—alive, talented, and capable of creating cultural value even in the most difficult times.
During the meeting, Natalia Adamova informed the master about business support opportunities offered by the employment service, including state grant programs for developing and scaling one’s own enterprise. Such tools open additional prospects for creative industries, help plan for the future, and preserve unique crafts within local communities.
The painstaking work and faith in their region demonstrated by masters like Taras Snizhkivskyi form the foundation of Donetsk Oblast’s economic and cultural resilience.