About us.

Born in the North Caucasus region of Russia and based in Maryland, Alla and Milana Borovskaia are a mother-daughter artist duo who have dedicated their professional lives to transforming wool fibers into expressive sculptural works. 

Alla, the lead artist of the team, has over 30 years of experience as a practicing artist. Her passion for art began in early childhood, inspired by her grandmother and great-grandmother, and blossomed into a lifelong artistic path.

Milana, who grew up in her mother’s studio, absorbed the techniques and philosophy of the practice from a young age. For over ten years, she has played an integral role in the team.

Together, Alla and Milana have built a multi-generational practice that combines traditional felting techniques with contemporary approaches. Their collaborative works include vibrant wall sculptures and modular compositions, known for their signature style, and are found in both public and private collections. One notable project was a large-scale installation across two floors of the Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center in Columbia, Maryland, which received numerous heartfelt responses.

They have partnered with cultural organizations across Maryland, actively engaging with the public through exhibitions, open studios, workshops, and community outreach— including the Sandy Spring Museum, the Chesapeake Arts Center, the Delaplaine Arts Center, the Montpelier Arts Center, and others.

Both artists have received multiple awards from the Maryland State Arts Council, including the Folklife Apprenticeship Award. Work created through this program has been archived in the University of Maryland's Special Collections.  

Artist Statement: Our works of art reflect our love for the beauty, joy, and “juice” of life. They are a way of expressing gratitude to the Creator for the incredible richness and diversity of the natural world—and for the ability to create something meaningful and entirely new. We believe that the act of creation is a profound gift to humanity, and we strive to honor and use it with purpose.

We create expressive, colorful, mixed media sculptural works and modular sculptures made out of sheep’s wool— that celebrate life’s energy and elevate everyday living. 

Grounded in heritage, expanded through innovation, our practice explores new sculptural possibilities within the medium of wool. Through layering and shaping shapeless dyed fibers, we create forms that are both lightweight and structurally stable, with a soft suede-like surface. The resulting pieces are hypoallergenic, durable, and safe for public spaces.