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A Day with Jessica Matier

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Hey everyone, @jessicamatier here. Stick with me throughout the day to get an inside look into my studio and learn more about the meaning behind my work. #TOAFTakeover #theotherartfair #TakeoverTuesday

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My most recent paintings are centered around the idea of perception. The painting on the right illustrates the transformation of Truth once perceived. Our perceptions become the fabric of our reality and within that fabric we must at times cut pieces out and kill off our preconceptions to allow personal growth. This cyclical development of wisdom is interpreted in the painting on the left. The Egyptian figure represents consciousness and the birds are the ideas and beliefs we cultivate. Swipe to see the completed works. @jessicamatier #takeovertuesday #toaftakeover #theotherartfair

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A few facts before I leave…I am adopted. I grew up in New Jersey. I went to @parsonsschoolofdesign. I have been married for 11 years, 9 of which I did not paint a single thing. I used to have a lifestyle blog. It was my way of avoiding painting for some unknown reason… I have three kids. My studio is a converted garage behind my house. A moderately famous poet/ painter used to live there, they did all the work. I can be pretty loud (aka very N.J.) at times. In the second photo you’ll see the first day my 5 month old dog did not try to eat my pastels since we’ve had him. His name is Winston. I also like beer and wine. Bring some to booth 21 at the Brooklyn fair. Lol. See you soon! ✌🏼#tuesdaytakeover #toaftakeover #theotherartfair #wirehairedpointinggriffon @jessicamatier

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