About Jen Starling – Imaginative Realism Painter & Art Educator in Denver

Jen focused seriously on ballet and modern dance throughout her childhood and adult life. She discovered painting at age 40, but no stranger to discipline, she has dedicated herself to a demanding studio practice, studying with master painters, showing her work, and teaching. In addition, she is passionate about providing affordable art education on Patreon with fellow artist Daniel Sprick. Finally, she has won awards from The Portrait Society of America, Plein Air Salon, Modern Impressionist Magazine, and Oil Painters of America. And her work has been published in International Artist Magazine, Plain Air Magazine, American Art Collector, and on the cover of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine. Starling is represented by Gallery 1261 in Denver, CO, and Meyer Gallery in Park City, Utah.

Artist Statement

My work makes a personal statement that is an amalgamation of my experiences, and a desire for deep connection with others, the natural world, and myself. It speaks to the search for meaning, peace, and spiritual connection that is inherently human. I aim to show a complexity of emotion in my paintings, and believe that the greatest achievement of an artist is to evoke an emotional response.

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