Three by Three: Guest Artists in Focus
QUESTION 2. Themes of womanhood, liberation, and self-actualization pulse through your work. What personal moment of emancipation most powerfully fuels the emotional currents in your current paintings?
ANSWER 2. Recent life changes have been profoundly influential in my work, particularly a cross-country move and stepping into larger personal and professional goals. Navigating those transitions as a young woman has deeply influenced my current work. There were moments of uncertainty, challenge, and growth which have shaped the emotional intensity of my current painting. The most powerful shift has been learning to believe in myself and to envision the story before the result appears. Rather than creating from fear or societal limitations placed on women, I choose to paint from belief, possibility, and self-trust, allowing the work to reflect both the struggle and the liberation that come with growth.
Jasmine Joyce
Visual Artist, Educator, Model, Actress
BIO: Jasmine Joyce is a visual artist, educator, and published model and actress currently based in Miami, Florida. Encouraged by her mother, a talented visual artist, Jasmine discovered her passion for the arts early on, leading her into a dynamic career that bridges both visual and performing arts. She has showcased her original artworks in community exhibitions and art shows across Maryland, Washington D.C , and Miami, while also teaching art classes for children and adults and leading community Art clubs.
Working primarily with acrylic on canvas, Jasmine’ s artworks embody abstract expressionism with figurative elements. Her pieces are deeply personal based on true stories and explore themes of womanhood, human freedom, letting go of limitations, and becoming the best version of oneself. Through color, movement, and emotion, she brings to life narratives that celebrate resilience, liberation, and self discovery.
With a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and additional studies in Performing Arts, Feminism, and Social Justice, Jasmine blends her creative pursuits with meaningful advocacy for gender equality and social change. She is currently pursuing her Master’s degree, further expanding her knowledge and impact. Beyond the canvas, Jasmine is active as a swim instructor, group fitness instructor, and a published model and actress, featured in campaigns for brands including Apple and Verizon. Her vibrant artistry and multifaceted career reflect her commitment to inspiring others through creativity, education, empowerment, and authentic storytelling.
INSTAGRAM: @jasmine_joyce7
QUESTION 3. Your acrylic abstractions weave expressionistic energy with subtle figurative echoes. When you begin a piece, how do you decide which parts of the story should remain visceral and abstract, and which deserve a more recognizable human trace?
ANSWER 3. Each artwork begins with the story it carries, and that story naturally guides the balance between abstraction and figurative elements. My work is mostly rooted in abstract expressionism with subtle figurative echoes, where the most important moments, the emotional climax or core truth, often emerge through recognizable human forms or symbols. The abstract elements carry the feeling, while the figurative aspects help ground the viewer in the narrative. Together, they grow organically, supporting and completing one another to create a cohesive, layered story.
QUESTION 1. Your work has been showcased from Maryland to Miami, often resonating with audiences seeking catharsis and reinvention. When viewers share how your pieces mirror their own healing journeys, how does that collective response influence your evolving artistic direction?
ANSWER 1. Every piece I create is rooted in a true story, whether my own, or someone I know or have met along the way. Much of my work explores womanhood, human transformation, and the process of releasing limitations to become one’s most authentic self. When I exhibit my work and engage in conversations with the community, their responses deeply influence my creative direction. Hearing people share how a piece reflects their healing or listening to their own stories of resilience often inspires future work. Even in moments of deep sadness or vulnerability, I believe in the power of storytelling and creation. We take pain, share it, and transform it into something meaningful, a visual reminder that even our hardest moments can become masterpieces!
"In the Eye of Becoming"
original painting, acrylic on canvas, 16 x 20
"Waves of Growth"
original painting, acrylic on canvas, 18 x 24
"Her Very First Voice"
original painting, acrylic on canvas, 18 x 24
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