Bio:

Jill McDougall is a mixed media artist in Anacortes, Washington. Originally from Denver, Colorado, she holds a Bachelors Degree in Psychology with a minor in Studio Art.  Jill’s unconventional art interprets elements of everyday surroundings in a dreamlike way. Her mixed media pieces include vintage papers and prints, which add a sense of impermanence and serve as a reflection of constant change and transition.

Artist Statement:

“I’ve always been fascinated with what lies beneath the surface. As a highly sensitive empath, I notice the nuance and small details in everyday situations. My art has always been a way for me to express what I feel deeply as I process my observations and experiences.

Working from intuition, I capture moods, memories and moments. I deconstruct ordinary images and combine them in unexpected, dreamlike ways. Mixed media elements like vintage papers, paint, drawings, and photography allow me to explore endless possibilities.

My artwork is influenced by the time I spend outdoors, observing nature and details of architecture. I take daily walks in the forest, in town, or along the coast to observe the interplay of light, color, shadows and shapes. I’m always taking photos- a simple errand often turns into snapping photos of the way the light is hitting the side of a building, or the shape of a cloud.

In our increasingly fast-paced world, my work offers moments of calm, curiosity, and reflection.”