Artist Statement

Julie J Nix is dedicated to abstract painting as a way to translate and express personal yet universal emotions. Working mainly in oil and cold wax, this medium allows for texture through layering to reveal complex surfaces that meld with complicated stories that we all share in lived experiences.

Bio

Julie grew up in Colorado, Alaska and Montana. She received her B.S. in Pharmacy in 1978. Being a pharmacist was her day job for 42 years but art in various forms was always in the background. Oil painting started in 2009 studying with various artists honing her knowledge of plein air painting, still life to figurative work. Early in 2021, she turned her full attention to painting and discovered her love of abstract art. Working mainly in oil and cold wax medium, she is also exploring works with acrylic, ink and collage.