My name is Jac.
I live in Leeton, New South Wales, Australia. It’s a beautiful place to be; it’s where I feel strong connections to community and family.
I am a mother, a daughter, a wife, a listener.
As an adult, I rediscovered the healing power of Intuitive Painting, of painting with intention, and of painting outside the lines. In living life and creating art, I step past the safe place, I have to be vulnerable, and I try new things. I love exploring and wondering “what if?”
What if instead of turning right, I turn left and find a whole new world to explore? My art has led me to believe in possibility.
I am inspired by nature, other people, life, colour and the physical act of painting itself. I practice courage – every day.
Creating is essential to my spirit.
It is a meditation during which time stops, and it is as vital as taking my next breath.
I make art in layers based on my feelings and intuition. If I feel it, I go for it. I try to not get too attached to certain areas of a painting. Sometimes in the layering, I even cover my favourite bit up on purpose. If I don’t do this occasionally, I am staying safe and limiting the potential of what the piece could be if I dare to let go.
I believe by showing up and creating from my true self.
I am being the real me.
My studio is my favourite place to be.
It is a beautiful place, tucked away at the end of the garden and built with intention. Light floods in through the skylights, while a wall of high windows brings hints of the world outside into my space.
There are timber floorboards, a beautiful arched door and a mosaic of mats, all adding their own character to the studio. Just outside is an old laundry tub, which has become the perfect place for washing my brushes.
It’s a peaceful space, filled with stories and inspiration, where I can take time and find connections.
Prizes & Achievements
Awards
UnEarthed Art Prize
2020 Shortlisted
Art to Art, Melbourne
Penny Paniz Art Prize
2021 Winner
Abstract
Penny Paniz Art Prize
2022 Winner
Abstract
Exhibitions
Our Lands
2026
Art to Art, Melbourne
8 things about me
1.
I am a wife, mum, daughter, sister, friend and listener.
2.
I can get lost in an art store or a bookshop for hours and can’t be trusted to ever come back out of my own accord.
3.
I love bright coloured clothes, flowers and all quirky things that bring happiness.
4.
I am a coffee shop addict.
5.
I practice courage – every day.
6.
My favourite place to be is in my art studio, painting with the music up loud and the warm winter sunshine on my skin.
7.
I love exploring and wondering “what if?” What if instead of turning right, I turn left and find a whole new world to explore?
8.
I believe in you, your courage, your spirit, your power.