Tell us about your most recent collection?
This collection for Palette originated from the idea of “objects….familiar and unique.” It’s been fun to toggle between some still life work and abstract. Moving back and forth generates some interest in perspective shifts and medium techniques.
What, if anything, would you like people to know about your latest works?
Each piece contains various aspects of emotion and inspiration experienced within the last year.
How would you describe your art to first-time viewers?
An energetic response to inspiration.
Do you have any pieces in your newest collection that are favorites of yours? If so, which ones and why?
I’m partial to the ones that show some layered history.
Which piece in this collection was the most difficult to complete?
There isn’t one that stands out. Each one usually presents a unique challenge at some point in the process.
Which piece in this collection was the most fun to complete?
Silver Linings was fun because I used several multimedia tools.
What are three random facts about yourself?
1) I am the 5th Janie in my family.
2) I love to play drums.
3) My birth middle name was Horton… as in “hears a Hoo.”
Which mediums do you prefer and why?
Oil paint and oil sticks (creamy and lush texture), pencils, charcoal, and other drawing tools to form lines and edges.
Has your love for creating changed or grown as you've learned more over the years? If yes, how so?
Yes. It has allowed for more expression and experimentation.
Which word best describes what you're manifesting in your life for 2023?
Acceptance.
What's a new skill, inside or outside of art, you'd love to learn?
Sculpture.
What makes you happiest?
Family and friends.
What are your favorite daily routines?
Working out and short morning meditation.
What's one thing that you always have with you?
Readers.
What makes you feel accomplished?
Being a mother.
When you feel stuck creatively, what do you do?
Exercise, pause, and look at art books.
What's your favorite way to relax?
Sitting on a beach.
What are some things that inspire you to create?
Nature, color, places, other artists.
Is there one style of art that you haven't done, but would love to try one day?
Sculpture.
What are your favorite art pieces in your home currently?
A collaborative piece I did with my daughter.
If you could own any work of art in existence, which one would it be?
Anything done by John Singer Sargent.
What's heavily played on your music playlist right now?
Nancy Meyers’ Kitchen playlist.
What was your dream career as a kid?
A ballet dancer.
What's your next travel destination?
Nashville.
How do you define beauty?
Anything that evokes joy and love.
