artist statement

I use charcoal and graphite to evoke a sense of mystery and contemplation. My monochromatic palette allows me to explore the subtle interplay of light and shadow, creating spaces that invite the viewer to ponder the unknown. Death and rebirth are central to my work, reflecting the eternal cycle that permeates all living things. I approach death from a neutral perspective, seeing it as an intrinsic part of the natural order—a necessary process that fosters regeneration and new life.

 

Beyond these themes, my work explores fundamental human experiences—time, identity, love, loss, and transformation. These universal connections transcend cultures and histories, offering a space for reflection and shared understanding.

 

I see art as a vessel for communication, bridging personal narratives with collective realities.

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EDUCATION

Texas State University: B.F.A. Studio Art

2024-present

 

MENTORSHIPS + POSITIONS

2021-2024  Studio Assistant | Meredith Pardue Studio

2022-2023  Mentorship | Meredith Pardue Studio

2021-2022  Internship | Doug Kennedy Studio
 

SELECT EXHIBITIONS

2024  Summer Exhibition: Meredith Owen Interiors | Austin, TX

2022  Student Showcase: Westlake High School | Austin, TX

2021  Student Showcase: Westlake High School | Austin, TX

 

REPRESENTATION

Gaze. Art Consulting

© julian sargent kennedy 2025

© julian sargent kennedy 2025

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