JUURI Art Blog

JUURI's "Sweet Summer" Show on July 27th!
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JUURI's "Sweet Summer" Show on July 27th!

Be sure to catch my upcoming summer show of my newest works on wood! These smaller pieces range from 4x6" to 7.5x11" and feature candy-colored girls, Japanese traditional sweets, and plenty of gold leaf.

The show will be available to view online at swoongallery starting July 27th (Friday.) If you'd like to be part of the show preview so that you can claim your favorite pieces before the general public, email hello (at) swoongallery.com There will also be a number of smaller watercolors available.

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Ombré Obsession + "Sweet Summer -Amanatsu-" Sneak Peeks
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Ombré Obsession + "Sweet Summer -Amanatsu-" Sneak Peeks

I am so crazy these days about ombré gradations. I just now realized that they seem to be showing up everywhere from fashion to hair to interiors (I'm a little late on the trend, I know.) I think it's time that I used some beautiful gradated colors for the backgrounds of my paintings.

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Alexandra Levasseur's Mesmerizingly Colorful, Sketchy Girls PART II
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Alexandra Levasseur's Mesmerizingly Colorful, Sketchy Girls PART II

Here are some wonderful work-in-progress photos from the fabulous Alexandra Levasseur, whom I interviewed last week. I was truly intrigued by her process and super curious about the method by which she combines acrylics and colored pencils. These give a lovely peek into her universe.

Enjoy, and be sure to check out her website and shop!

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Alexandra Levasseur's Mesmerizingly Colorful, Sketchy Girls PART I
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Alexandra Levasseur's Mesmerizingly Colorful, Sketchy Girls PART I

Here are some wonderful work-in-progress photos from the fabulous Alexandra Levasseur, whom I interviewed last week. I was truly intrigued at her process and super curious about the method in which she combines acrylics and colored pencils. These give a lovely peek into her universe.
Enjoy, and be sure to check out her website and shop!

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