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Violetta Khabanets

Calgary, AB | 647-293-6416 | violettakhabanets@gmail.com

Education Newcomer Arts Professional Program Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation — 2024 Selected for a prestigious six-month program supporting newcomer artists' career development in Canada. TD Incubator Program Arts Commons, Calgary — 2024–2025 Participant in a one-year multidisciplinary artist development program including mentorship, professional training, networking, and exhibitions.

 

Professional ExperienceFreelance Watercolor Artist 2018–Present Created and sold watercolor illustrations via Creative Market, Adobe Stock, and Canva. Developed a signature style known for delicate palettes and emotional depth. Artist 2014–Present Started working with various mediums; specialized in watercolor painting in 2016. Built a professional practice and participated in multiple exhibitions.

Workshop Facilitation Watercolor Workshops for Ukrainian Women Canada | 2022–Present Led workshops fostering community and emotional healing through art. Art Workshops for Ukrainian Children Canada | 2023–2024 Organized creative sessions for children affected by war and relocation.

Exhibitions Alberta Exhibition Space at Marda Loop 2024,  Calgary — October 2024 Group exhibition showcasing emerging Alberta artists. +15 Galleries Program Arts Commons, Calgary — 2024