Julianna Lazio

My goal as an artist is to evoke an emotional response in viewers through the use of expressive figures and intimate details of daily life. I have a deep love of fabric in all its forms and the many ways in which we use it, so therefore I venture to incorporate it in as many compositions as I can. Through my process of building up layers and integrating evocative figures and fabric into my work I hope to allow a viewer to connect with the piece and resonate with the emotions they find there.

I am a native of Southern California, and have always had a passion for art despite initially pursuing a degree in forensic science. I earned my BFA at the Laguna College of Art + Design in Laguna Beach, California where I majored in Painting and Drawing. I draw inspiration from a variety of sources but resonate strongly with science, nature, and the tranquility felt through the familiar routines of unremarkable, everyday life. As someone who struggles with anxiety I feel compelled to destigmatize mental health issues while demonstrating how I find solace in my private life. Through my artwork I hope to encourage dialogue and reveal depth with which viewers can relate.