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JENNIFER PEPIN |
IN THE ARTIST'S WORDS
Art provides me an avenue to express myself and release emotion and at the same time my artistic style and ability to produce work is influenced by the mood state I am in.
I more frequently paint with a brighter or contrasting color palette and shorter brush strokes when hypomanic. In a more balanced state of mind, my emotions are exhibited in softer tones and more tranquil content.
My mental state also affects how I view my work and talent as an artist. When I am down, I become very critical of my work and almost embarrassed to show it. I more quickly give up on a piece and even may trash it but as I feel better, I can see the beauty in what I have done and confidently share it.
I recall a time that I got so frustrated, I painted over the entire canvas black and stuck it in the corner. One day, when in better spirits, I noticed a tiny piece of white peeking through and from there began a refreshed more positive vision.
Painting enables me to escape the everyday life struggles and the racing thoughts in my mind. It is my outlet for excess energy or frustration but also my place of peace and quiet. Regardless of where I am at with my emotions, painting makes the world disappear and it is just me, my paints, and the canvas.
ABOUT JENNIFER
Born in San Francisco to an attorney and ballerina, Jennifer Pepin grew up with both the analytic and creative influences of her parent’s careers. When it came to work, she focused attention on her analytic side but always kept creative hobbies: playing the piano, making jewelry and other crafts.
However, it wasn’t until her 27th birthday when a friend gave her a small art set that she discovered her true passion. Since then she has been painting with acrylic.
Although she continues to try to find time to paint, her focus has shifted to running the business after opening J. Pepin Art Gallery in September 2013. She enjoys supporting other artists and helping them succeed.
Jennifer currently resides in Portland with her two dogs Bailey and Marty. She recently began collaborating with her boyfriend on artworks which motivates and inspires her to get in the studio and just have fun!
Art provides me an avenue to express myself and release emotion and at the same time my artistic style and ability to produce work is influenced by the mood state I am in.
I more frequently paint with a brighter or contrasting color palette and shorter brush strokes when hypomanic. In a more balanced state of mind, my emotions are exhibited in softer tones and more tranquil content.
My mental state also affects how I view my work and talent as an artist. When I am down, I become very critical of my work and almost embarrassed to show it. I more quickly give up on a piece and even may trash it but as I feel better, I can see the beauty in what I have done and confidently share it.
I recall a time that I got so frustrated, I painted over the entire canvas black and stuck it in the corner. One day, when in better spirits, I noticed a tiny piece of white peeking through and from there began a refreshed more positive vision.
Painting enables me to escape the everyday life struggles and the racing thoughts in my mind. It is my outlet for excess energy or frustration but also my place of peace and quiet. Regardless of where I am at with my emotions, painting makes the world disappear and it is just me, my paints, and the canvas.
ABOUT JENNIFER
Born in San Francisco to an attorney and ballerina, Jennifer Pepin grew up with both the analytic and creative influences of her parent’s careers. When it came to work, she focused attention on her analytic side but always kept creative hobbies: playing the piano, making jewelry and other crafts.
However, it wasn’t until her 27th birthday when a friend gave her a small art set that she discovered her true passion. Since then she has been painting with acrylic.
Although she continues to try to find time to paint, her focus has shifted to running the business after opening J. Pepin Art Gallery in September 2013. She enjoys supporting other artists and helping them succeed.
Jennifer currently resides in Portland with her two dogs Bailey and Marty. She recently began collaborating with her boyfriend on artworks which motivates and inspires her to get in the studio and just have fun!