Broomfield, CO 80021
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Style: First Friday
Bio:
Jennifer Willoughby is an award winning multi disciplined artist. Her creative voice reflects a playful light and dark exploration of the whimsical, with the intention to create Surreal Dreamscapes and Visual Poetry.
Fascinated by the generally ephemeral nature of life, her objective is to capture the wonder and beauty of the moment.
Jennifer’s art attempts to take you on a journey into often disturbing contrasts with the intention to encourage the suspension of disbelief.
Jennifer exhibits at The Denver Art Society, Boulder R Gallery, and is represented by Influx Gallery in Notting Hill London.
Jennifer has extended her reach onto international platforms in addition to participation in a number of local art festivals and exhibits on the East Coast and amongst a vast array of creative talent in the Santa Fe Arts District and Boulder Art Community
In 2022, Jennifer was invited to join an international group of extremely talented artists under the representation of Influx Gallery located in Notting Hill London. https://www.influx-gallery.com/
Colorado native, Jennifer Willoughby has been a professional artist for 40 plus years working in the Graphic Communications industry with focus on both print and web design. Jennifer has been an instructor for electronic prepress, web design and contracted by Regis Learning Systems to be part of a team to develop government online training modules for Jet Fuel Rehydration, Wildfire Containment, Small Space Rescue, and Nuclear Incident First Response.
To contribute to her community, Jennifer has been instrumental in assisting developmentally delayed adults in the pursuit of their artistic vision through programs at the VSA Access Gallery, XcelBeyond and Nostalgia Group Inc. Over time, Jennifer has served on several boards and committees: Printing and Imaging Foundation, Pickens Tech, Access Gallery, and the Denver Art Society, and has been instrumental in facilitating support, initiating change and implementing standards for quality, continuity and sustainability.
Artist Statement:
As an artist, I find my creative voice in a playful exploration of the whimsical, blending light and dark to craft Surreal Dreamscapes and Visual Poetry. Fascinated by life’s ephemeral nature, I strive to capture the wonder and beauty of each fleeting moment.
My art invites viewers on a journey into intriguing contrasts, encouraging them to suspend stereotypical judgments and embrace the “What If.” From acrylics to oil pastels, markers to mixed media, my work spans various mediums, each contributing to a rich tapestry of expression.
With a passion for the tactile, I immerse myself in jewelry making, sculptural wire armatures, and the creation of otherworldly dioramas. Influenced by artists like Hans Ruedi Giger and Albrecht Dürer, I draw inspiration from the unconventional, seeking to transport observers to a world of wonder and whimsy.
Through exhibitions at esteemed galleries like The Denver Art Society and Boulder R Gallery, along with representation by Influx Gallery in Notting Hill, London, my art has found a home on both local and international stages. I’ve been honored to participate in various shows, from the Museum of Boulder to the Jackalope Artisan Festival, each experience adding depth to my artistic journey.
My intent is to spark curiosity, to challenge perceptions, and to ignite the imagination. I invite you to join me in this exploration of the extraordinary within the ordinary, where each brushstroke and line tells a story of surreal beauty and unexpected delight.
