EMMA_HACK
“My work is a dialogue—a celebration of the interconnectedness of humanity, art, and the natural world.
My medium of choice, body painting combined with photography, painted canvas, set builds and flora/fauna, allows me to blur the boundaries between subject and environment.
I challenge perceptions of separation and unity, asking viewers to pause, look closer, and rediscover what might otherwise remain a hidden illusion.”
Achievements & Awards
Emma gained global recognition for her iconic body art featured in Gotye's music video 'Somebody That I Used to Know' which has garnered over two billion views worldwide.
Emma'swork has been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, and she continues to inspire with her innovative approach to merging art, form and storytelling.
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Emma Hack Art Prize: 2014-2018, Emma established an annual $5,000 acquisitive prize to support South Australian artists.
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WA Ballet Commission: Emma collaborated with the West Australian Ballet, utilizing 21 dancers to create imagery for their 2014 program.
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Madame Hanoi: The largest Body Painted Mural in the world.
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Motor Accident Commission: Cutting edge 'sculpture' art,'Body Crash', is a crashed car created of 17 humans.
The One Show Award
Emma's book, "Wallpaper Collection," featuring the iconic Florence Broadhurst designs, was honored with The One Show Award by The One Club for Creativity.
Design Credit: Voice
Gotye - 2.4 billion+ YouTube views
'Somebody That I Used To Know'
Video credits:
Directed, produced and edited by Natasha Pincus
Body art by Emma Hack
Cinematographer and colourist: Warwick Field
Scenic artist: Howard Clark
Key grip: Rob Hansford
Assistants: Rose Cidoni, Claire Leighton, Rob Murray
Original artwork by Frank De Backer
Press & Client List
Emma Hack's contributions to the art world are marked by her unique ability to merge human forms with intricate designs, creating mesmerizing visual narratives that resonate globally.
'The ancient art of body painting is being reinvented.
We showcase Australian Emma Hack, whose delicate skin designs give 'wallflower' a whole new meaning.'
Say Hello
Emma Hack's contributions to the art world are marked by her unique ability to merge human forms with intricate designs, creating mesmerizing visual, immersive narratives that resonate globally and transform storytelling.
Illusions of depth, space, form and environment are a dialogue—a celebration of the interconnectedness of humanity, art, and the natural world.
Emma welcomes private commissions, experiential brand partnerships and interior design collaborations.
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Collaboration enquiries
Michelle M Collins: hello@anonagency.com