Jen Yang

Jen Yang, a self-employed artist with a BFA from NSCAD University.

She is originally from China and finds her muse in the serene St Mary's landscape, a significant shift from urban bustle to rural tranquility shaping her artistic narrative. 

Her acrylic paintings blend post-impressionism's boldness with modern art's detail, employing vibrant colors and techniques that evoke the texture of oil paintings. They introduce depth and dimension using gel, paste, and the palette knife while applying rubbing alcohol resist techniques that bring complexity to the backgrounds.

The journey from China to Canada marked a phase of self-discovery, influencing her art to seek authenticity and prompting viewers to reconnect with the simple joys of life.

Her inspirations stem from nature's beauty, daily life's emotional impact, and the essence of being. She loves to paint her backyard chickens, figure activities, flowers, and anything with a passion for life. 

This has led to collaborations with Saltscapes Magazine and the Guyborough Journal, and exhibitions at the Argyle Fine Art Gallery and Teichert Art Gallery.

Jen actively participates in various speaking engagements, helping more people understand the joy of art and the differences between Eastern and Western art. Her works appeal to a broad audience and challenge traditional art accessibility.

Jen Yang is our next artist to join our POP-Up Exhibit at The Arts House. For viewing times click the link.