I am an abstract artist artist living in West Bend, WI. By layering vintage collage materials, paint and various drawing media, I create densely layered mixed media paintings with bold color, strong composition and rich detail. From large statement pieces to small, intimate studies, my work is right at home in both residential and commercial collections.
An artist from Day 1, I don’t recall a time when I was not making highly detailed, multifaceted creations. I received my fine arts degree in Graphic Design and Fine Art Printmaking, and in the nearly 3 decades since, I’ve developed my voice and refined my practice by way of a steady art making habit, following curiosity and allowing time and space to evolve. I have shown in exhibitions and events throughout the midwest, taught workshops, and completed artist residencies. My work is included in private and commercial collections across and beyond the United States and is currently represented by Galleries in Wisconsin and Michigan.
Learn More:
2020 Authentic Obsessions Podcast
2019 Art Juice Podcast
Find me on Facebook for show and exhibit updates: Megan Woodard Johnson Art
Follow me on Instagram for peeks into the studio: @meganwoodardjohnsonart
Artist Statement
Driven by the dialogue between color and mark making, my abstract mixed media work combines collected, once-useful materials like vintage packaging, ledgers, and hand-written correspondence with expressive layers of paint and drawn elements. This collaboration of materials results in a joyful, energetic build-up of color and contrast; creating bold contemporary paintings celebrating the layers and details that comprise everyday wonderful moments in our lives.