CHRISTINA JACKSON – INFLUX
March 7th to 31st , 2024
Bio: Christina is a versatile artist with a strong focus on abstract painting, ranging from intricate canvases to large-scale wall murals. She completed her studies at OCADU in Toronto in 2019 before relocating to the West coast. Upon living in BC, she immersed herself in the arts, working with PosAbilities to support individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Additionally, Christina pursued her passion for psychology through research and studies at Langara College. Recently, Christina made the decision to step back from her previous commitments and settle on Salt Spring Island, where she can fully dedicate herself to her art career. Her artistic style is characterized by expressive and vibrant works that evoke a range of emotions and narratives. Christina's art serves as a window into the complexities of everyday anxieties, offering viewers a glimpse into the processes of navigating these challenges.
Artist Statement: The series "Influx" comprises self-portraits that explore the quest for balance amidst the dichotomy of doubt and contentment, joy and gloom, darkness and light. These dualities inspire scenes of repetitive swimming bodies, each carrying its own purpose and story. The energy depicted in these artworks can be overwhelming or empowering, but it is always present. "Influx" captures a specific period in which the pursuit of balance became more challenging due to renewal and change. The vibrant colors and fluidity in these pieces represent the artist's attempt to unravel, process, and alleviate accumulated anxiety. Amidst their abundance, elements of humor, surrealism, and cubism emerge, suggesting a rejection of societal norms. The artworks emphasize that mental health is not merely a vulnerable insight but rather a means to reclaim power. As an empath, Christina acknowledges her natural inclination to absorb the energies that surround her. Incorporating recycled plastics found in urban spaces, each artwork in this series carries a profound narrative. These materials, once purposeful in the hands of many, are discarded into the environmental framework that shapes our world. By utilizing these non-biodegradable materials, the artworks symbolize interconnected memories that endure eternally. They serve as lasting testaments to the stories they tell, inviting contemplation on the interplay between our personal experiences and the environment we inhabit.
Artworks
Paintings
Breath of RELEASE, acrylic on canvas, 24x48
Influx, acrylic on canvas, 9x12
The colour of noise, acrylic on canvas 24’’x18’’
Goddess Garden, acrylic on canvas 16”x20”
Constant voice, acrylic on canvas 20”x16”
The cycle of darkness, acrylic on canvas 24x18
womb deficit, acrylic on canvas 20”x16”
Breathing Underwater, acrylic on canvas 52”x40”
Forgiveness, acrylic on canvas 25’’x 40’’
Masks
Silence of water 11’’x19’’ acrylic on wood, wire, paper, recycled plastics, canvas
Goddess 12’’ x17’’ acrylic on wood, recycled plastics, wire
Releasing Colour, 18”x32”, acrylic on wood, recycled plastics, wire
Installation
Inevitable Balance, recycled plastics, wire, lights/batteries, acrylic on wood, (size varies)
March 7th to 31st , 2024
Bio: Christina is a versatile artist with a strong focus on abstract painting, ranging from intricate canvases to large-scale wall murals. She completed her studies at OCADU in Toronto in 2019 before relocating to the West coast. Upon living in BC, she immersed herself in the arts, working with PosAbilities to support individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Additionally, Christina pursued her passion for psychology through research and studies at Langara College. Recently, Christina made the decision to step back from her previous commitments and settle on Salt Spring Island, where she can fully dedicate herself to her art career. Her artistic style is characterized by expressive and vibrant works that evoke a range of emotions and narratives. Christina's art serves as a window into the complexities of everyday anxieties, offering viewers a glimpse into the processes of navigating these challenges.
Artist Statement: The series "Influx" comprises self-portraits that explore the quest for balance amidst the dichotomy of doubt and contentment, joy and gloom, darkness and light. These dualities inspire scenes of repetitive swimming bodies, each carrying its own purpose and story. The energy depicted in these artworks can be overwhelming or empowering, but it is always present. "Influx" captures a specific period in which the pursuit of balance became more challenging due to renewal and change. The vibrant colors and fluidity in these pieces represent the artist's attempt to unravel, process, and alleviate accumulated anxiety. Amidst their abundance, elements of humor, surrealism, and cubism emerge, suggesting a rejection of societal norms. The artworks emphasize that mental health is not merely a vulnerable insight but rather a means to reclaim power. As an empath, Christina acknowledges her natural inclination to absorb the energies that surround her. Incorporating recycled plastics found in urban spaces, each artwork in this series carries a profound narrative. These materials, once purposeful in the hands of many, are discarded into the environmental framework that shapes our world. By utilizing these non-biodegradable materials, the artworks symbolize interconnected memories that endure eternally. They serve as lasting testaments to the stories they tell, inviting contemplation on the interplay between our personal experiences and the environment we inhabit.
Artworks
Paintings
Breath of RELEASE, acrylic on canvas, 24x48
Influx, acrylic on canvas, 9x12
The colour of noise, acrylic on canvas 24’’x18’’
Goddess Garden, acrylic on canvas 16”x20”
Constant voice, acrylic on canvas 20”x16”
The cycle of darkness, acrylic on canvas 24x18
womb deficit, acrylic on canvas 20”x16”
Breathing Underwater, acrylic on canvas 52”x40”
Forgiveness, acrylic on canvas 25’’x 40’’
Masks
Silence of water 11’’x19’’ acrylic on wood, wire, paper, recycled plastics, canvas
Goddess 12’’ x17’’ acrylic on wood, recycled plastics, wire
Releasing Colour, 18”x32”, acrylic on wood, recycled plastics, wire
Installation
Inevitable Balance, recycled plastics, wire, lights/batteries, acrylic on wood, (size varies)