ARTIST’S STATEMENT

     "I created my first painting at the age of 5. It was of sunflowers with seeds. At the age of 14 I sold my first oil painting of a seascape. My life has continued to be centered on art. I enjoy working in oils, acrylics, pastels, lithography, jewelry, ceramics and other media. My favorite medium, and the medium that I am currently expressing in, is oil on canvas. My current works are large and bold with deliciously bright color.

Awareness

The images of nature that I paint are often chosen because they are endangered. I want to share the beauty and magic of creatures that are disappearing all over the world. Currently, I am working on a series featuring Carnivorous plants. I have also created a series of oil paintings depicting the San Elijo Lagoon near San Diego, California. Our wetlands are extremely endangered with only about 10% of the natural spaces left existing on the California coast. Another recent series depicts endangered amphibian species. My hope is to raise awareness of the plight of these creatures and to inspire others to think about what is happening to our planet. I support the conservation efforts of the organization Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation by donating 5% of the sales of my art work.

Spirit

I do not limit myself in subjects or to one particular style. I enjoy creating abstract and realistic works. I am inspired by my dreams and visions. All of my work is some expression of my authentic self whether it is emotion, visions or connection with the Sacred. I often meditate before starting my work so as to open to the flow of Spirit. I believe the Sacred is within us, and a part of all that is around us. Art can be a means of expressing and touching the Sacred.

Nature

Nature is the perfect reflection of the Sacred. Nature is such a wonderful source of inspiration. I love painting frogs. They are colorful, earthy and humorous with their secret lives hidden under earth, leaves and water. I am inspired by the earth's elements and so much more in nature that touches the sacred in me and brings joy to my work. I am raising three sons with my husband, Dana. They have a large influence on my decisions about what is important to express and share."

PROFILE

Julia is an artist who creates in various mediums, working in fine art and design work. She is self-taught artist with an array of formal education and private classes. Julia has attended Fullerton College, Sierra Community College, Grossmont College and Mira Costa College. Her academic goal is to bring it all together in an MFA. Julia has a small Business creating Murals and Faux Finishing for clients, with 26 years experience. Julia has had various experiences in teaching: volunteering in elementary public schools, teaching art from 1987-1999. Taught Faux Finish and painting classes at Home Depot for seven years. Taught for the City of Encinitas, Arts Touring Mobile. And also taught private classes in oil painting. Julia is currently creating works for clients and fulfilling her own artistic expression by painting in oil, concentrating on subjects that touch her heart and express her visions.

Julia has exhibited her work in numerous galleries, juried, and solo shows throughout California, New Mexico, and Florida.