Nevena Kokanova — “Щастието се измерва с факта, че живеем!”
Elegant, sensitive and unforgettable.
Nevena Kokanova had a rare kind of presence — quiet, magnetic and deeply human. She remains one of the most iconic women in Bulgarian cinema, remembered not only for her beauty, but for the warmth, strength and emotion she brought to every role.
This illustration is part of my ARTRIOTI collection — a tribute to Bulgarian artists and cultural figures whose words, faces and stories continue to stay with us.
Why I drew her
Because there was something timeless about Nevena Kokanova.
Her beauty was never only about appearance. There was intelligence, softness, dignity and a certain quiet strength in the way she carried herself.
“Щастието се измерва с факта, че живеем!” feels like the perfect line to accompany her portrait — simple, warm and full of life.
The T-shirt
- 100% organic ring-spun cotton
- Soft and comfortable for everyday wear
- Unisex fit
- Original illustration by Svetlomira Minkova
- Printed to order in Sofia
Fit note: Women may prefer 1–2 sizes smaller for a more fitted silhouette.