

Julia Hacker
Born: 1960
Hometown: Toronto
Based in: Toronto
Born: 1960
Hometown: Toronto
Based in: Toronto
Julia Hacker is a Canadian contemporary artist. She was born in Belarus, part of the former USSR. After receiving a Master's in Fashion Design, she worked as a leading fashion designer in the capital of Belarus where she also created stage costumes and ran a monthly spread in a local Fashion magazine.
Julia Hacker started her artistic journey after moving to Canada, Toronto, where she currently resides and works. Over the years, she has taken numerous workshops and art classes, honing her diverse techniques and art education. Today, Julia is a full-time artist, combining time between painting in her studio, mentoring, and volunteering at workshops for cancer patients.
Julia Hacker has created an extensive body of work and exhibited it in solo and group shows in Canada, Toronto, New York, California, and Texas. Julia works closely with interior designers and real estate agents as well as commissions and installations. She is a proud member of the Society of Canadian Artists and is represented by ADC fine art gallery in Cincinnati, Ohio in the United States. Julia Hacker's artwork is in private and corporate collections all over the world.
The beauty and power of Mother Nature make me speechless, so I paint.
What inspires you?
Nature around us, our place as species in nature. I am speechless so I paint
Describe your creative process.
I paint without sketches and usually allow the painting to create a story. I do not recreate the landscape, I recreate the mood, emotion of landscape.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
colourful, powerful , feminine
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Klimt, Chagall, Gogen
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
good quality paint and solitude
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Believe in yourself
Where do you go for inspiration?
I am surrounded by nature and do not need an inspirational trips. Life itself is an inspiration .
Education
State University
Belarus, 1987
Awards
Summit artist of ADC Cincinati. USA
2021
Exhibitions
The Other ArtFair
International, 2022
Rave Austin
United States of America, 2021
The Other ArtFair
International, 2021
The Artist Project
Canada, 2020
Rave Miami
United States of America, 2020
The Artist Project
Canada, 2019
The Artist Project
Canada, 2018
Botanica solo show
Canada, 2018
The Artist Project
Canada, 2017