
Meaning & Medium Meet
Jenn’s art transforms the familiar into the extraordinary. Realistic imagery is fragmented into bold, dynamic compositions, inviting viewers to reimagine what they see. Her work deconstructs precision and craftsmanship, particularly in her focus on luxury wristwatches and their intricate internal movements. Gears, dials, and cases—symbols of humanity’s attempt to measure and control time—are reinterpreted as vivid expressions of color and texture. These objects are broken apart to reveal time as a fluid, ever-changing force rather than a rigid construct, encouraging us to view it as something alive and unpredictable.
Much of the inspiration for her work comes from urban life, shaped by her experiences living in cities around the world. Bold lines, layered textures, and unapologetic energy of graffiti and street art in places like New York City and Reykjavik infuse her work. This influence is especially evident in her paintings of nostalgic objects such as turntables and Walkmans—icons of hip-hop culture. These pieces honor the music and movements that have defined her artistic voice, blending realism with the raw, expressive spirit of the streets.
Her work is a fusion of contrasts: precision meets chaos, elegance meets grit. Each painting reflects the dynamic rhythm of city life—its energy, its stories, and its collisions. By merging the worlds of high-end craftsmanship and urban culture, you are invited into a dialogue between refinement and rebellion.
Though primarily focused on painting, Jenn has also explored black-and-white photography. A medium seen as a complement to her vibrant canvases. Photography allows a way to capture stark contrasts and quiet moments that balance the vibrant chaos of her paintings.
Ultimately, Jenn’s work is about challenging perceptions and celebrating the unexpected. By deconstructing familiar objects like luxury watches, she invites viewers to look deeper into the fragmented and to embrace the interplay between structure and spontaneity. Her art asks us to look closer and rethink our understanding—not just of time, but of life itself.
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Education
2002, Bachelor of Science
Grace College
Graphic Design
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Current and Upcoming
78th Annual May Show, Juried Exhibition
May 7 – June 18, 2023
Mansfield Art Center
700 Marion Ave.
Mansfield, OH 44906
https://mansfieldartcenter.org/
Guest Juror: Adam Brouillette
AshCAL Juried Members Exhibition 2023
May 19 – July 23, 2023
Coburn Gallery
331 College Ave.
Ashland, OH 44805
https://www.ashland.edu/coburn-gallery
Guest Juror: Keith Dull
Ohio Arts Council 2023 Biennial Juried Exhibition
October 28, 2023 – January 5, 2024
Riffe Gallery (Oct. 28, 2023 – Jan. 5, 2024)
77 S High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
https://www.oac.ohio.gov/Riffe-Gallery/Visit-the-Gallery
Medici Museum of Art (Jan. - April, 2024)
9350 E Market St.
Warren, OH 44484
Guest Jurors: Dr. Melissa Crum, Yusuf Dubois Abdul Lateef, Jolene Powell
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Group Art Exhibitions
2023, Mansfield Art Center, Mansfield, OH;
"78th Annual May Show, Jurried Exhibition"
Guest Juror: Adam Brouillette
Coburn Gallery, Ashland, OH;
"AshCAL Juried Members Exhibition"
Guest Juror: Keith Dull
Award: 2nd Place
Riffe Gallery, Columbus, OH & Medici Museum of Art, Warren, OH;
"Ohio Arts Council 2023 Biennial Juried Exhibition"
Guest Jurors: Dr. Melissa Crum, Yusuf Dubois Abdul Lateef, Jolene Powell
2022, The Women's Art Club Cultural Center, Mariemont, OH;
"The Woman's Art Club of Cincinnati 129th Annual Juried Exhibition"
Guest Juror: M. Katherine Hurley
Award: 3rd Place
2021, The Coburn Gallery, Ashland, OH;
"ASHCAL Juried Members Exhibition"
Guest Juror: Priscilla Roggenkamp