Escolar Documentos
Profissional Documentos
Cultura Documentos
Artist’s Statement
My paintings are inspired by the freedom and spontaneity of abstraction. The
direction of my work comes to me intuitively and is seldom preconceived. My current
works are comprised of textural and mixed media applications amongst layers of vivid
color, paint splatters and other experimental techniques. Experimenting with
unconventional materials and paint applications allows my work to continuously evolve.
The creation of each painting is a learning experience, provoking questions and providing
answers. My paintings draw the viewer into an imaginative and emotive world in which
everyone has an individual experience and sees something unique. Ultimately, my work
is a connection to who I am. Each piece captures a specific emotion, thought, or moment
in time and creates a personal experience between artist and observer.
Biography
Jessie Couzelis is a self-trained visual artist who works and resides in Vancouver, British
Columbia. As a graduate of New Westminster Secondary School’s Fine Arts Program
Couzelis received training in theatre, visual art and art history. The program also allowed
Couzelis to participate in two European arts and culture tours to England, France, and the
Netherlands. Since then, Couzelis has also visited Mexico and New York. These
traveling experiences have greatly enhanced her knowledge of art and diversified
cultures, as well as inspired her work. Apart from painting and exhibiting, Couzelis has
taught art classes to both youth and adults and donates her time and artwork to various
charities and causes. Couzelis’ most recent work can be found in private, and corporate
collections, as well as in film.
Curriculum Vitae
Jessie Couzelis
Born: New Westminster, BC, 1985
Exhibitions
2009 Anonymous Art Show NVCAC and CityScape Community Art Space
North Vancouver, BC
2009 Naître: To Be Born Amelia Douglas Gallery, Douglas College
New Westminster, BC
Commissions
Corporate Collections
Bibliography
Erin Hitchcock, “Imagination on Canvas,” The Royal City Record, (Front Page)
October 10, 2007.
“Jennifer’s Body,” Written by Diablo Cody, Gentle Canada Productions Ltd., released in
theatres September 2009.
Charity Auctions & Events
“Paint for Peace” Peace and Love International Exhibition and Silent Auction 2009
Teaching Experience
New Westminster Horticultural Society Sketching Club, Abstract Plant Drawing, 2008.
Education
2001 European Arts and Culture Tour New Westminster Secondary School
Fine Arts Program England/France
1999 European Arts and Culture Tour New Westminster Secondary School
Fine Arts Program England/France/the Netherlands