Julia Hacker

Let There Be Light, Original Painting

2023

Artist Comments
Artist Julia Hacker demonstrates a contemporary homage to Moroccan lanterns and their intricate designs. The piece explodes in vibrant colors and metallic shimmers that come together in a mesmerizing pattern of shapes and forms. "At first glance, the painting resembles a collage of traditional Moroccan objects, with each element vying for attention," says Julia. However, upon closer inspection, the viewer can see that the artist has used a unique approach to create a harmonious whole.

About the Artist
Julia works from a studio in her home that overlooks a wooded ravine and finds inspiration in the natural order of the universe. Her art draws from many sources of imagery, but consistently possesses a magical and ethereal quality. Whether the image depicts stylized snowfall, glistening flora, or a collaged figure, the work exudes a fleeting element of beauty that transcends reality. Julia primarily creates using painting or illustrated collage. When she paints, she foregoes sketching beforehand, instead allows emotion and intuition to drive the composition. Her collages are influenced by illustration techniques acquired from her Master’s degree in fashion design. Julia likes being able to switch between the two artistic methods, often working simultaneously on multiple projects to keep her creative inspiration fresh and constantly evolving.

Words that describe this painting: Moroccan, light, interior, whimsical, decorative, contemporary, pattern, metallic, ornament, light fixture, fire, interior design, joy, elaborate, detailed, acrylicpaint, still life, fire, flame, still life, contemporary, acrylic painting, purple

Let There Be Light
Julia Hacker
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished white edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2023
36 in. h x 24 in. w x 1.5 in. d
7 lbs. 0 oz.