Viktoriia is a Ukrainian artist with 14 years of experience, exploring various styles like realism, abstraction, and impressionism. She works with oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, and digital painting, using color and composition to evoke emotions. After teaching art and running a studio, Viktoriia relocated to Canada due to the war in Ukraine. Now, she focuses on promoting Ukrainian culture and sharing its history through her art.

What is more important in art - technique or idea? Speed or accuracy? We will check it!
Every artist is a universe, and today we have a collision of entire galaxies!

Juliana is a Colombian artist who explores the expressive power of mixed media, combining watercolor, gouache, ink, and charcoal to create textured, dynamic compositions. Her paintings reflect a deep connection to emotions, human expressions, and the natural world, blending delicate details with bold, fluid strokes. Through her art, Juliana invites viewers to experience a visual journey that bridges personal stories and universal feelings.

🎨🔥 Exciting News! 🔥🎨

Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be competing in Art Battle Toronto, where I’ll have just 20 minutes to create a masterpiece—live and in front of an audience! 🖌️✨
Come watch me paint under pressure, cheer me on, and vote for your favorite artwork! It’s going to be an unforgettable night filled with creativity, energy, and amazing artists battling it out. 🎭🎶
#ArtBattleToronto #LivePainting #SupportLocalArtists #ArtInTheMoment

Originally from New Zealand and raised in Toronto, Olivia has had a passion for art for as long as she can remember. Her work explores color theory and emotion across a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, digital illustration, and set design. Olivia draws inspiration from artists like Monet, Renoir, Pacita Abad, and Frida Kahlo, whose bold storytelling and masterful use of color have deeply influenced her own artistic practice.

Hi everyone! My name is Olivia Andrade, and I’m thrilled to be here tonight. I was born in New Zealand and raised in Toronto, and I’ve been passionate about art for as long as I can remember. My work explores color theory and emotion across many mediums, from painting and sculpture to digital illustration and set design. I draw inspiration from artists like Monet, Renoir, Pacita Abad, and Frida Kahlo, whose bold storytelling and use of color have deeply influenced my own practice. I can’t wait to share my creativity with you all in this live battle—let’s make some art!

Hamid begins by doodling until the piece feels complete, then searches for elements he likes to incorporate. His paintings are not premeditated; they evolve naturally as he paints. He primarily works on canvas.

Let's colors decide.

Giovanna is a mixed media artist and musician whose work raises awareness of global issues and explores humanity's impact on the world. She uses acrylics, painting, sculpture, and installation to convey themes of the Anthropocene, human-nature interactions, and the power of our actions. Passionate about the environment, Giovanna believes art can inspire positive change.

Hey everyone! If you’re looking for a fun, artsy night, Art Battle is where you need to be! I don’t just bring my artistic skills, speed, and time management—I bring the FUN! For me, it’s all about enjoying the energy of the crowd and channeling it into amazing art. Let’s make it a night to remember!

Lauren is an artist passionate about painting the beauty of life. With a semi-realistic style and a muted, earthy color palette, her work was showcased at the AGO during COVID, receiving great acclaim. She also practices photography and design, often visualizing and planning her work before beginning.

Hi everyone! My names Lauren, but I sometimes go by Lori or Laurena. I'm so excited to try something like this as it will be my first time. My boyfriend signed me up 😅. He sees something in me that obviously I need to show the world. I believe art is truly beautiful in all forms, and I hope I get to show you my type of art that represents me.

Carolyn creates colorful, expressive animals and whimsical dancers in both abstract and realist styles. Using acrylics, she captures movement and bold colors, often inspired by music. Though her photography is low-tech, she takes pride in the images she has collected.

Everyone and anyone can art!

Lisa creates contemporary landscapes that explore the beauty of nature and vibrant color, using quick strokes and bold hues to convey the natural highs she experiences while traveling. Formerly a fashion buyer, her 30 years of global travel have deeply influenced her art. A lifelong artist, Lisa’s wide-ranging skills reflect her passion for bright, technicolor nature.

Let's see where the music takes me!

Tanya enjoys collaborating with other artists and is passionate about painting, drawing, and creating videos, though she’s open to exploring any form of making. About six years ago, Tanya co-founded an eco-art collective called Works-in-Progress. While each member has their own artistic practices, the group comes together to host clothing swaps and create art from waste, primarily focusing on textiles.

Excited to return to the first art battle of the spring in Toronto for more painting hijinks and shenanigans!

Tennise is a painter based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work aims to capture the beauty of nature through the lens of one’s imagination. Using acrylic paint on canvas, Tennise’s work exhibits a dream like atmosphere capturing life through her eyes. She typically starts a new piece very abstractly and allows the painting to emerge from the canvas as she works. She is also known to create digital paintings as well.

Hey everyone I am back! I hope to bring you all an even better performance this time. So excited to make art for you again and see what amazing work the competition creates!

By day, Preeti works as an accountant—methodical, precise, and rooted in logic. In contrast, her art embraces fluidity, emotion, and the unknown. This balance between structure and spontaneity fuels her creativity, allowing her to explore introspection while staying grounded in her everyday life. Preeti specializes in still life and landscape drawings, with a focus on modern and contemporary art in her paintings.

My First Art Battle!

Stepping into new territory—I'm entering my first art battle! This isn’t just about competition; it’s about pushing my limits, embracing spontaneity, and letting raw creativity take over. My art has always been about introspection and connection, and I can’t wait to bring that energy into a high-intensity, live setting.

Win or lose, this is a milestone, and I’m excited to share the journey with you all. Stay tuned—I’ll need your support!

Keimara describes their art as vibrant, full of personality, and most importantly, full of life and creativity. Having painted and drawn their entire life, it’s something they do easily and enjoy, a process that is evident in the enjoyment others experience when watching their work come to life. Keimara loves working with all types of paint, especially spray paint, and with charcoal, watercolors, and even markers.