Fireside Chat: Artist Jai Gervin
April 16 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
*Sponsored by Carson and Paige McSailor*
Jai Gervin
Mixed Media Artist
“I am a “creative visionary” with the soul of an artist and the heart of a Social Worker. I was born, raised, and still live in Johnson City, TN. I believe that this small, typically conservative, town forced me to find alternative creative outlets even as a child. As I grew up, my artistic nature was not valued in my family, so I didn’t tap in to my creative side for many years.
Mixed Media Artist
“I am a “creative visionary” with the soul of an artist and the heart of a Social Worker. I was born, raised, and still live in Johnson City, TN. I believe that this small, typically conservative, town forced me to find alternative creative outlets even as a child. As I grew up, my artistic nature was not valued in my family, so I didn’t tap in to my creative side for many years.
During the pandemic I began to desire to create again this time as an adult with no rules or lines to color within. You will find that my art is much deeper than the first glance. It reflects life experiences, inspirations, emotions and stories I have fabricated along the way. I tend to create pieces that are personal to me and relatable to others. I find the most joy working with mixed media by combining ordinary things with other mediums that don’t traditionally “fit” together; much like me. I have found great joy and healing via this avenue and am excited to be able to share it with folks that appreciate it and find their own joy through my lens.”
Cost: Food/drink purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit
Location: Fireplace/Living room, 1st floor
Artist Statement: For me, art is both therapeutic and fascinating. I’ve always been
intrigued in how two or more people can look at the same piece yet interpret it
differently. I am no stranger to thinking outside of the box and creating art that sparks conversations. My art follows no rules. It is bold, vibrant, thought provoking, diverse, distorted and interesting. I create original one-time pieces that are never duplicated.
intrigued in how two or more people can look at the same piece yet interpret it
differently. I am no stranger to thinking outside of the box and creating art that sparks conversations. My art follows no rules. It is bold, vibrant, thought provoking, diverse, distorted and interesting. I create original one-time pieces that are never duplicated.
For more about Jai’s art: https://jgervin.com
