Born in Russia, her artistic path began with training at the Zhukovsky School of Arts. She later graduated in design, technology, and art, and built a decade-long career in the fashion industry, creating clothing for a prominent Russian brand. This background in textile design gave her a unique eye for color and composition.

In 2017, she decided to dedicate her career entirely to watercolor, marking a turning point where her rigorous technique and artistic sensibility fully flourished. Her work is often inspired by water views, rocky beaches, and flower gardens, highlighting her ability to capture the interaction of light and form.

Her talent has been globally recognized, evidenced by her participation in numerous international exhibitions and the presence of her works in private collections worldwide. Her commitment to the medium extends to her role as an ambassador for one of the leading fine art materials brands. Furthermore, she has shared her knowledge with the artistic community through the publication of books, including the successful “Portraits of the Sea and Water”, which is slated for publication by Hoaki Books.

As a virtual juror for the Tartget Prize 2026, Eugenia Gorbacheva will provide an expert perspective that values impeccable technique, observational skill, and execution that reveals a complete mastery of the aquatic medium and pigment.