I Just Can't See it Anymore

Newest painting! Still in the early stages of it, so it's going to change a lot in the next few days.

The concept behind this work is losing sight of what you are working for. People get so swept up in what they are striving for, that sometimes they forget the main reason they are trying to achieve a goal; HAPPINESS. Too often I find people want something so badly, they forget to enjoy the process or their achievements. We're all ultimately working toward building a happier life, so why not be happy now?

Perils Of Sight

Almost done. Went back and changed the hair after I took this picture. The Shoulder is bothering me, I can't seem to get it right. Need to let this painting sit for a while

New Series Begun!

For most of this current semester, I've been smashing my head into the metaphorical wall that has kept me from creating. Big time artist's block. So, I took some time off to think about things and what kind of messages I wanted to portray in my work. The rave portraits were fun, but it's time to return to my roots; the examination of human interaction. But, instead of focusing on how humans interact with one another, my new goal is to comment on how we interact with ourselves.

This new series focuses on trauma. Individuals have immense strength to survive horrible ordeals. But what happens after we have survived? We cannot possibly return to the person we once were, and whether or not this is a good thing is definitely debatable. With focus and optimism, can we overcome anything? Or, is there such thing as a person who never stood a chance?

Jen Takeda Solo Art Exhibition!!!!

I will be having my second solo exhibition at CSUF! Friday September 23 will be the opening party, which will run from 6-10. Liked the Human Conglomerate show? This one promises to be bigger and better!

More detials found at the link below;


Facebook Event!

Stay tuned people!

I have some exciting news coming up! Can't say exactly what it is, but come August, you shall all see :D

Winner!

So this last Saturday, I showed two pieces at Loft Beats in Pomona for the 2nd Anniversary Erns Choice Award Show. And Guess what? I WON! Best portrait of a female! Here's a picture of me next to my winning entry, which I posted here a while ago.

Art Show

I will be showing here along with a few of my artist friends, Billy Roberts and Chelsea Burdick! Please come have an awesome time at the Pomona Art Walk and support our art!