Liliia Baklahina

Creating art is my true passion, my sanctuary, and my ultimate joy. I believe that a painting is not just a visual image, but an emotional experience captured on canvas. Currently, my primary focus is working with acrylics enhanced by rich, expressive textures, which allows me to bring depth and a tactile quality to my original artworks.

I was born on May 2, 1989, in the picturesque coastal town of Koktebel, Crimea—a place deeply rooted in artistic traditions. My journey into the world of art began at the Koktebel Art School, where I studied from 2000 to 2006.
To further develop my skills, I moved to Kharkiv. After completing preparatory courses in 2006, I was admitted to the prestigious Kharkiv State Art College (KhGHU). I graduated in 2010 with a professional degree in Design. Throughout my years of rigorous academic training, I mastered the core disciplines of classical art: academic drawing, oil painting, composition, sculpture, and perspective construction. While I am well-versed in oil, pastel, and acrylic techniques, contemporary textured acrylic painting remains my preferred medium today.