Jessie Emilie Art

 I am a Canadian-based artist living in Calgary, AB. I hold a Master of Fine Arts from the University of British Columbia (2024) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Alberta University of the Arts (2022). My practice as an oil painter is deeply personal, engaging with themes of self-discovery, empowerment, body image, religious trauma, and mental health. Through my work, I aim to capture moments of raw vulnerability, juxtaposing the nude form with mundane yet symbolically rich environments. These settings often feature houseplants, representing resilience and growth, which are central to my artistic narrative. My art is driven by an appreciation for the absurdity in the mundane, the beauty in oddity, and the profound intimacy of feeling understood. I prioritize aesthetics and craftsmanship, embracing the tactile and visual experience of art over purely conceptual approaches. This focus reflects my commitment to creating artworks that are both visually compelling and emotionally resonant. Ultimately, I strive to bring into existence the art I wish to see in the world—pieces that seamlessly blend sensuality and strength, fantasy and reality, vulnerability and empowerment. My work is an ongoing contemplation of the multifaceted and ever-evolving human experience, celebrating the complexities of personal growth and self-acceptance.