Hi, my name is Jen McCulloch and I am an artist, wife and mother of two boys living in Utah. I got my degree in art from Weber State University in 2003, but It isn't until recently that I have found the courage and time to pursue my passion and put it out into the world. I love making Art! I find it very spiritual and healing and it is a way for me to express my love for nature.
The art that I create is mostly acrylic paintings. I use acrylic paint, pen, paper, fabric and other mixed media collaged on canvas or wood. I also enjoy making jewelry. Many of my painting are landscapes using all the earths elements. I use a lot of trees and spirals in my work of art which symbolizes growth, wisdom, strength and beauty. In many of my paintings the tree represents the human spirit and the connection between our inner soul,body and mind. Like a tree we have deep roots connecting us to the earths power and branches that connect us to the cosmos divine energy. When we are open to the life force that runs through us, it can help bring balance to our life, help us evolve into our hight purpose and awaken our inner being. The spiral represents cosmic force, power of womanhood, The cycle of time and nature of life...birth, growth,death,rebirth. We are always evolving on this spiritual journey. I create a stitch like pattern in some of my pieces of art to represent everything in life being connected as one.
As well as making art I also love to be outdoors. I enjoy hiking and camping. I meditate and do yoga daily as the sun rises to help me heal and feel good, I love to dance, I enjoy traveling, decorating and reading books. I love music and festivals, pretty things, holidays and surprises. I get pleasure from simple things like eating organic fruit and sitting on my deck feeling sunshine on my face or snuggling with my boys.I guess I am kinda shy and keep to my self.
I dream of living on the Big Island, Hawaii and so that is what I paint. I love the ocean, the warmth, the big trees I can hug and exotic flowers and raw food. So maybe someday I can call it my home. I believe in possibility!
My art is my passion and my teacher so I hope you enjoy it as much as I!