JANET DAKE
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Prints, tees, hand-painted goodies and whatever else I feel like making
ABOUT ME! THE ARTIST!
EDUCATION
University of Louisville May, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Bachelor of Arts in Art, Minor in Spanish
ABOUT THE #WERK
My paintings are primarily large-scale, representational pieces that focus on figures of women and queer people. Through captivating figures and intricate backgrounds, my paintings tell a snapshot of a storyline. These stories are meant to boldly and beautifully reflect contemporary issues, including gender expression, climate change and the fragility of Western socio-political structures. Though superficially beautiful, the content of my painting plays with discomfort, putting them on the edge of visual pleasure.
I primarily work with oil paint on canvas, in addition to acrylic paint, gold leaf, fabric and other mixed media. I also create murals and wearable art on repurposed clothing.
My artistic inspirations include (among others): Frida Kahlo, Kehinde Wiley, Alice Neel, Amy Sherad and Kent Monkman.
I'm always taking commission requests! This could be for oil paintings, murals or a custom wearable art piece. For commission inquires or other questions: