About Zoya
Zoya is a global art prodigy whose work gives voice to children who live through conflict. She holds two world records as the Youngest Art Prodigy & Philanthropist and Global Child Art Prodigy, and has been honored with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award and over 40 international recognitions.
Through her youth-led movement Pastel Souls, she grew a five-member project into more than 100 young creators, donating over 1,000 artworks to retirement homes, shelters, and nonprofit communities. Every painting she creates is driven by service—raising thousands for seniors, supporting children with special needs, gifting handmade work to veterans, and teaching art to kids with autism.
Her canvases become the foundation of PeaceMonuments: sculptures placed where peace is most needed, continuing the legacy started in 2003 when founder Ben Valenty discovered 9-year-old Alexandra Nechita, who became a global best-selling artist. Zoya does not create art for attention; she creates it so others can heal—and so the world will never forget the children who endure war.