Chychkan Illia (born in 1967) - Ukrainian artist, photographer and video artist, author of performances, art objects and installations. Born in Kyiv. He was invited to the Manifesta, the European Biennial of Contempopary Art (2004). Chichkan's project was represented by Ukraine at the 53rd Venice Biennale (2009). Participant of numerous personal and group exhibitions in Ukraine and abroad. Lives and works in Kyiv and Goa, India.