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The Mythical Sea: Virtual Exhibition and Artist Talk for Charity

22 Monday Jun 2020

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In this virtual event, attendees will get a first look at the newest collection of art by Jessica Libor, inspired by the ocean and its stories and fairy tale lore.

This ticket is your reservation to attend the LIVE, VIRTUAL event held over Zoom, and using 3D technology to bring you the experience of actually being in a gallery room with the new artwork! All work will be inspired by the ocean, incorporating both the natural power of the ocean, and also gem-like pieces filled with silver leaf and cool tones evoking the mythical tales of mermaids and sirens.

10% of the sale of all tickets will be donated to Ocean Conservancy, a wonderful nonprofit that works to create science-based solutions for a healthy ocean and the wildlife and communities that depend on it.

Attendees will receive a hand-signed by the artist postcard of the show image, as well as a generous discount on the artwork featured.

Wear your mermaid or beach inspired outfit and join us for this live interactive event in the arts!

Purchase your ticket by clicking here. 

Jessica Libor is an award winning artist from Philadelphia, PA. Find out more about her at http://www.jessicalibor.com.

Podcast launch: The Inspired Painter with Jessica Libor

18 Saturday Jan 2020

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I’m very excited to announce the launch of a podcast, “The Inspired Painter with Jessica Libor”.

If you’re an artist who wants to create an amazing and fulfilling career and life, this podcast is for you! I’ll be sharing inspiration that has worked for me and art-world insights and tips. My goal for this podcast is to help you feel in control of your art career and empowered to be the best artist you can be.

The podcast will be available on Podbean, Apple and Spotify.  I hope it brings you value!

With love, light and creativity,

 

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Florence Memories

15 Friday Nov 2019

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“Everything about Florence seems to be colored with a mild violet, like diluted wine.” —Henry James, 1869 • I was fortunate enough to spend a summer in Florence a few years ago, studying painting with the @florenceacademyofart . It was the first time I experienced a step by step process of building a painting, and was amazed at the results that could be achieved—paintings that looked like old master works—by following the same steps they used carefully. I was instantly hooked in this ultimate fantasyland of classical painting. That summer seems golden and beautiful, in part because of the overwhelming art that filled the city. This photo is from Florence, Italy, at the Villa Medicea de Lillian… I couldn’t find the photographer, but it is representative of the beautiful structures and paintings that are around every corner in the beautiful city. What is a city that has influenced your art?

Into the coppery halls: the end of autumn

13 Wednesday Nov 2019

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Into the coppery halls; of beech and intricate oak; to be close to the trees; as they whisper together; let fall their leaves!

—Whim Wood, by Katherine Towers ✨. The first frost has come and winter is almost upon us. Each season brings its own aesthetic I enjoy for its own reasons. The end of autumn feels very mysterious and elusive to me.

What’s your power color?

31 Thursday Oct 2019

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Color is powerful, especially to us creatives. Color can determine your mood, and has been proven to effect the way that we feel. I’ve always been drawn to purple and lavender colors. I love this current time of year because it’s socially acceptable to let your personality really shine with unusual costume choices. I was able to break out my lavender wig this week, and it was so much fun! It definitely let out a different part of my personality, something more playful and more creative. Just seeing myself embody this color made me feel differently! So what about you? What’s your power color? Here’s an interesting list of colors, and what some experts think they represent. Red: ambition energy, confidence, bold, passionate. Pink: sensitive, intuitive, loving, caring, respect. Purple: fantasy, creativity, distinguished, modesty, deep. Black: strength, power, professional, accurate. Orange: freedom, social, warmth, motivation, impulsive. Yellow: optimism, energetic, fun, logical, attentive. Gray: balance, neutral, timeless, practical, solid. Green: growth, nature, equilibrium, positivity, stable. Navy: responsible, integrity, trust, peace, order. Blue: ambition, perspective, aware, open. Let me know your power color and what you associate with it in the comments, I’m curious to hear!

Daily Sketch Works

17 Wednesday Jul 2019

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The Brave Adventuress, ink, watercolor and 23 karat gold leaf on paper, by Jessica Libor 2019

Dear readers, during the month of May I did a creative exercise; daily sketch works!  Every day for 30 days, I created a new piece of art.  During this period I experimented with soft tones in inks, watercolors, and gilding.  Originally, I had planned to do a daily piece for 90 days.  However, I found that the time and creative juices that it took to create a daily piece was being sapped away from the creative energy I needed to create my larger pieces for my solo show coming up.  So, I capped it at 30 days–but will certainly look forward to doing this again!

Below are a few of my favorite pieces from this time.  If you are interested in any of these pieces or would like a link to the full available collection, please email me at jlibor@jessicalibor.com.

Reading in the Garden of Delight, ink, watercolor and 23 karat gold leaf on archival paper, by Jessica Libor, 2019
Reading in the Garden of Delight, ink, watercolor and 23 karat gold leaf on archival paper, by Jessica Libor, 2019
The Brave Adventuress, ink, watercolor and 23 karat gold leaf on paper, by Jessica Libor 2019
The Brave Adventuress, ink, watercolor and 23 karat gold leaf on paper, by Jessica Libor 2019
Starry Eyed, by Jessica Libor 2019
Starry Eyed, by Jessica Libor 2019
Sleepwalking, by Jessica Libor
Sleepwalking, by Jessica Libor
Blue Mermaid, by Jessica Libor 2019
Blue Mermaid, by Jessica Libor 2019
Vintage Vixen, by Jessica Libor 2019
Vintage Vixen, by Jessica Libor 2019
The Yellow Dress, by Jessica Libor 2019
The Yellow Dress, by Jessica Libor 2019
A Unicorn in the Wild, by Jessica Libor 2019
A Unicorn in the Wild, by Jessica Libor 2019

Work exhibited with Pamoza International

23 Saturday Mar 2019

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“Wonder,” oil on canvas, 48″ x 72″, by Jessica Libor

I’m so honored for my work to be exhibited at Pamoza International’s Gala tonight!  Pamoza International is a wonderful organization doing humanitarian work in Africa.  My piece, “Wonder,” will be on display as a limited edition print of 50 at their gala tonight, and 50% of all sales will be donated to the organization.  Any online sales made today of this print will also be part of the donation.  To purchase yours, click here.  Thank you so much for your support of this wonderful organization and also of independent artists!

Magical Creatures at Arch Enemy Arts

20 Monday Aug 2018

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Magical Creatures by Jessica Libor

My piece “Magical Creatures” made an appearance as a limited edition print up for sale at Arch Enemy Arts in Philadelphia, PA with Carelink, a mental health organization, with all proceeds benefiting the organization.  Honored to be a part of this.

This piece is available as a limited edition print by clicking here.

Cherry Blossom Painting Time

29 Sunday Apr 2018

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Ohh April! My very favorite time of the year is when the cherry blossoms are out in full bloom, and the great long stretch of summer is out before us in glorious, warm possibility. I spent some time this week painting the cherry blossoms and happily reveling in their heavenly beauty… I was in the park almost every day! Check out my time lapse of the painting done and a few of my other pieces. Send me a message at jlibor@jessicalibor.com if you are interested in collecting any of these oil sketches.

White top and pink skirt: Forever 21. Lavender dress: true vintage. Blue dress: Urban Outfitters. Floral dress: true vintage. Striped top: Lucy Paris. Hats: Forever 21. Sunglasses: Green Street Consignment.

Which is your favorite look? What about favorite cherry blossom painting?

I can’t leave without posting the most epic floral painting ever. “The Roses is Heliogabalus” by Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema. Enjoy! Until next time,

Jessica Libor

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Beginning my “Let’s Connect Philly” painting for the Barnes Foundation

23 Monday Apr 2018

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This month I am lucky enough to be living in a Philadelphia zip code, so am eligible to participate in the Barnes Foundation and Mural Arts competition and exhibition at the Barnes Foundation, called “Let’s Connect Philly.” It’s a really cool idea– artists are to pick one piece that inspires them (I picked Renoir) and do a small piece inspired by it! During the exhibition (in May–June) the public can go and vote on their favorite pieces, with the winning artists getting a residency and stipend at the Barnes! Needless to say I’m very excited to enter! Above is a time lapse for the first 7 hours of painting I’ve done on my piece. It’s not done yet, but when it is, I’ll post a side by side of the piece by Renoir that inspired me and my own.

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