BLUF: Moses Hacmon is a 48-year-old Israeli-American conceptual artist and architect, born October 29, 1977, in Tel Aviv β best known for his groundbreaking Faces of Water photography series, his marriage to internet star Trisha Paytas, and his role as a father of three.
Who Is Moses Hacmon?
Moses Hacmon is not your typical internet-famous husband. He is a serious conceptual artist who earned recognition in fine art circles long before his marriage to Trisha Paytas made him a household name online.
His signature project, Faces of Water, uses nano-film technology to capture the invisible movement of water β a genuinely original contribution to the intersection of science and art. Renowned author Neil Gaiman has praised the work publicly.
Born in Israel, trained in architecture and cinematography, and based in Los Angeles β Hacmon brings a rare cross-disciplinary lens to everything he creates.
Personal Details at a Glance (2026)
| Detail | Info |
| Full Name | Moshe Hacmon (Hebrew: ΧΧ©Χ ΧΧΧΧΧ) |
| Date of Birth | October 29, 1977 |
| Age (2026) | 48 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Birthplace | Tel Aviv, Israel |
| Nationality | Israeli-American |
| Ethnicity | Mixed β Turkish-Jewish (mother), Iraqi-Jewish & Libyan-Jewish (father) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | Approx. 64 kg (141 lbs) |
| Hair | Dark brown, long |
| Eyes | Dark brown |
| Residence | Los Angeles, California |
| Profession | Conceptual Artist, Photographer, Architect |
| Net Worth (est. 2026) | $1β2 million |
| Wife | Trisha Paytas (married December 2021) |
| Children | 3 (Malibu Barbie, Elvis, Aquaman Moses) |
| @moses_hacmon |
Early Life and Education
Moses Hacmon grew up in Tel Aviv, Israel, in a family with rich cultural roots. His mother, Ilana Hacmon, is of Turkish-Jewish descent. His father carries Iraqi-Jewish and Libyan-Jewish heritage.
He attended Hess High School from 1992 to 1995, graduating with distinction in cinematography, video production, and set design. In 1996, he enrolled at the Israeli Air Force Flight School, adding a disciplined technical edge to his creative foundations.
His formal art training began at the Avni Institute of Art and Design in Tel Aviv (2000β2001), where he studied sculpture and painting. He then attended the Technion β Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa before immigrating to the United States in 2002.
In America, he enrolled at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), earning his Bachelor of Architecture in 2006 with the highest honors and the AIA Medallion for Excellence in Architectural Education.
Career:Β
The Architecture Years (2006β2013)
Hacmon began his professional life in architecture. From 2007 to 2013, he served as a Senior Designer and Project Manager at Lenny Steinberg Design Associates in Los Angeles. His work was recognized early β the AIA Medallion for Excellence remains one of his most cited academic achievements.
He also completed studies at the Body Weather Laboratory in 2009, exploring movement and production design β a discipline that would later inform his artistic practice.
Faces of Water: The Breakthrough Project (2013βPresent)
In 2013, Hacmon launched Faces of Water β the project that defined his artistic identity. The concept: capture the hidden, invisible movement of water using a technique no photographer had developed before.
His method uses nano-film technology β a special film embedded with a layer of liquid iron that physically records the movement of water itself. The result is a full-size analog negative developed into photographs that reveal patterns humans cannot see with the naked eye.
The debut exhibition was hosted by The Hub LA in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles in 2013.
In his own words, Hacmon has described Faces of Water as "part art, part science, part spiritual awakening."
Wired magazine covered the project extensively, with writer Kyle VanHemert explaining the technique in depth β lending it mainstream scientific credibility alongside its artistic recognition.
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Alt Text: Water movement photography inspired by Moses Hacmon's Faces of Water nano-film technique
YouTube and Online Presence
Hacmon launched his YouTube channel, Channel Water, on April 6, 2013. The channel documents his water research and artistic process. It had over 25,000 subscribers and 683,000+ views as of 2021.
His most popular standalone video, "You Are A Walking Tree" (published July 11, 2019), reflects his philosophy of human connection to water and nature.
He also sells original artwork through his personal website, with prices ranging from $10 to $100 depending on the frame and research involved.
Moses Hacmon's Family: Sister, Parents, and Siblings
Moses comes from a creatively connected family. His younger sister is Hila Klein β the co-founder of the streetwear brand Teddy Fresh and one half of the hugely popular YouTube channel h3h3Productions, alongside her husband Ethan Klein.
Moses has a brother named Zac Hacmon. His mother, Ilana Hacmon, appears in some family photos he has shared publicly.
The family relationship became complicated β and publicly discussed β after Moses began dating Trisha Paytas in 2020. Hila Klein had a strained professional relationship with Paytas, which led to a falling out. Moses addressed the situation publicly, clarifying that he had not unfollowed his sister β but that she had blocked him on social media. The situation has since evolved as the family navigated their relationships.
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Moses Hacmon's Wife: Trisha Paytas
How They Met
Moses Hacmon and Trisha Paytas met in February 2020 on a dating segment of the H3 Podcast, hosted by Ethan Klein and Hila Klein β Moses's own brother-in-law and sister. Paytas appeared as a guest; Hacmon was introduced during that episode.
By the end of March 2020, during pandemic lockdowns, the two had begun spending time together. By April 2020, Paytas had started learning about Jewish culture to better connect with Hacmon and his family.
Engagement and Marriage
- Engagement: December 18, 2020 β at the Imperial Sand Dunes in California, dressed as Aladdin and Princess Jasmine for a themed photoshoot
- Marriage: December 2021 β a ceremony that was widely documented on social media
The couple currently lives in Los Angeles, California, in a $3.7 million mansion in Westlake Village.
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Moses Hacmon's Children (2026 Update)
Moses and Trisha have three children together. Trisha had previously been told by doctors that she would be unable to conceive naturally β making each pregnancy significant and publicly celebrated.
| Child | Name | Born | Gender |
| First child | Malibu Barbie Paytas-Hacmon | September 2022 | Girl |
| Second child | Elvis Paytas-Hacmon | 2024 | Girl |
| Third child | Aquaman Moses Paytas-Hacmon | July 12, 2025 | Boy |
The Story Behind "Aquaman Moses"
The name Aquaman was announced on July 22, 2025, during an episode of the Just Trish podcast. The name reflects multiple meaningful connections:
- Moses Hacmon's lifelong artistic obsession with water
- Aquaman is "of two heritages" β mirroring Aquaman Moses, who is Israeli on his father's side and American on his mother's
- Trisha had been wearing Aquaman merchandise since 2017
- During the birth, Paytas's water broke dramatically β and Aquaman Moses was the only one of their three children born without liquid in his lungs
Trisha confirmed in July 2025 that she underwent a tubal ligation after Aquaman's birth, citing the difficulty of her third C-section recovery. The couple has stated they are done having children.
Alt Text: Trisha Paytas, wife of Moses Hacmon, at a public event β the couple married in December 2021
Moses Hacmon's Previous Marriages
Before Trisha Paytas, Moses Hacmon was married twice:
- Deborah Cluff β First marriage; ended in divorce in 2008
- Elizabeth Marle β Second marriage; date unknown; divorced in 2018
He also dated internet personality Gabbie Hanna briefly in 2015.
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Moses Hacmon Net Worth 2026
Moses Hacmon's estimated net worth in 2026 is $1β2 million, though some sources have cited figures as high as $6 million. The discrepancy reflects differing assessments of his combined assets versus liquid income.
Income Sources
| Source | Details |
| Art Sales | Original artwork priced $10β$100+; exhibitions earning ~$13β15k per show |
| Architecture Consulting | Background in senior design and project management |
| YouTube Revenue | Channel Water β 25k+ subscribers |
| Media Appearances | Podcast appearances alongside Trisha Paytas |
| Collaborative Projects | Joint ventures with institutions and fellow artists |
| Real Estate | $3.7 million Westlake Village mansion (joint with Trisha Paytas) |
He also previously owned a red Ferrari, cited in multiple reports as of 2022.
The Just Trish Podcast: Moses Hacmon's Media Role
Since 2023, Moses has appeared regularly on Just Trish β the podcast launched by Trisha Paytas. The show reached approximately 145 million YouTube views across 200+ episodes by August 2025, making it one of the most successful podcasting ventures in internet celebrity history.
Moses's appearances bring an artistic and philosophical dimension to the show, often discussing water, nature, and his creative process alongside more personal family content.
What Makes Moses Hacmon Unique as an Artist?
Moses Hacmon operates at a rare intersection of disciplines:
- Architecture β trained formally at SCI-Arc with AIA recognition
- Fine Art β sculpture, painting, and conceptual photography
- Science β researched the physics and metaphysics of water composition
- Cinematography β trained at Avni Institute from age 17
- Philosophy β his work explores the idea that water exists in invisible forms perceptible only through technology
His cultural background β Israeli-born, multi-ethnic heritage, American-educated β shapes a body of work that bridges Eastern and Western artistic traditions.
π Explore more profiles of artists who defy easy categorization in our Biographies section at Big Write Hook.
FAQs
Q: How old is Moses Hacmon in 2026?
A: Moses Hacmon is 48 years old in 2026. He was born on October 29, 1977, in Tel Aviv, Israel. He turns 49 in October 2026.
Q: What is Moses Hacmon's most famous artwork?
A: His most celebrated work is Faces of Water, a photography project launched in 2013. It captures the invisible movement of water using nano-film technology embedded with liquid iron, producing analog photographs of forms the naked eye cannot see.
Q: Who is Moses Hacmon's wife?
A: Moses Hacmon is married to Trisha Paytas, an American internet personality, YouTuber, and podcaster. They met in February 2020, got engaged in December 2020, and married in December 2021.
Q: How many children do Moses Hacmon and Trisha Paytas have?
A: They have three children. Their first daughter, Malibu Barbie, was born in September 2022. Their second daughter, Elvis, was born in 2024. Their son, Aquaman Moses Paytas-Hacmon, was born on July 12, 2025.
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Last updated: May 2026Β
