Jennifer Peart

Drawing inspiration from both the natural world and the realms of science fiction, Jennifer Peart offers a unique exploration of contemporary landscape painting, showcasing the dynamic interplay between natural and artificial elements. With a degree in Studio Art from Mills College, Oakland, her paintings are representational yet visionary and explorative, probing the reciprocal relationship between humans and our planet. Through her immersive portrayals of various landscapes, Peart invites viewers to contemplate the intersections of landscape painting history, nature, science, and co-creating better futures. Currently residing and painting full-time in Sacramento, California, her compositions serve as windows into her visions for our future, offering glimpses of alternative realities and parallel worlds.


Artist Statement

Exploring the realms of forgotten futures and abandoned possibilities where the echoes of what could have been both haunt and inspire us, I draw from mid-century American architecture and visionary science fiction to cultivate optimism for the future of life on Earth. Through painting, I navigate the remnants of idealistic utopias and humanity's faltering attempts to control the forces of nature.
My paintings serve as portals to new realms, reimagining familiar motifs from architectural models and idyllic landscapes to breathe life into abandoned dreams. By recontextualizing these elements, I underscore the intricate relationship between physical and psychological space, pushing the boundaries of traditional landscape painting. Through unconventional use of color, texture, and spatial inversions, I express my belief in our capacity for innovation and our collective journey towards harmonious coexistence with our living planet.


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