Alaya Tsanova is a contemporary Bulgarian visual artist with a distinctive focus on animals and experimental media. Her academic foundation began at the National High School for Applied Arts “St. Luke” (Graphic Advertising), followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Scenography from the National Academy of Arts in Sofia (2020). Today, she masterfully bridges her professional background in graphic and web design with fine art.

During her academic years, Alaya developed a unique signature style heavily influenced by the advertising industry—combining traditional fine art materials with commercial vinyl wrap. This innovative mixed media approach won her the XIV Academic Drawing Competition in 2018, fully unlocking the creative potential of this new medium.

In her work, Alaya is dedicated to capturing the raw emotional depth of the animal kingdom. Through subtle expressions, powerful poses, and targeted movements, she translates the spirit and character of her subjects into a universal visual experience. Since 2025, she has been an official member of the Society of Animalists, Florists, and Scientific Illustrators (DAFNI).