Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, Valeriya Khomar received a classical fine arts education before moving to Montreal, where studies at Dawson College and Concordia University led to a specialization in digital art.
Over the years, various art-related activities and more than 15 years of professional experience shaped her practice.
In the midst of a successful run, Valeriya made the life changing decision to return to her roots and pursue an independent creative path.
Within a short time, the artist attracted an international following and has since been featured in local and international expos and competitions. Her paintings are held in private and corporate collections across North America and Europe.

Today Valeriya Khomar works as a multidimensional artist and educator, exhibiting widely and teaching.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

The desire to create art is woven into my DNA. It was in my childhood that I fell in love with art - it is my my passion, my essence.

My aspiration is to create an art centered on peace and light, radiating the unifying energy of life, the art of balance and happiness, free from troubling or depressing subject matter.

Some of my paintings have recognizable elements while others are fully abstract, some are light-hearted, others are profound. By rich symbolic use of undulating, ribbon-like shapes that flow and intertwine, I embrace the world around us and invite the viewer to enter.

I truly love colors and am not afraid to use them. My bright, vivid artworks attract attention, reach people's hearts, resonate there, inspire thoughts and influence the mind with positive energy.

Throughout my career as a multidimensional artist and educator, I have mastered diverse media including watercolor, oil, gouache, acrylic, pastel, ink, stained glass paint, etc.
Working with mixed media. I build three-dimensional surfaces using modelling paste, stained glass paint, metallic leaf and resin.
My work explores various surfaces such as paper, canvas, wood and glass, each offering its own unique possibilities.

Trained by four mentors: Fine Arts, Commercial Art, formal education and my father, I have studied art, painted, experimented, and explored various forms of expression throughout my life. To this day, I continue my journey of learning and growth with no intention of ever stopping.