J. Barreiro

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Bio:​

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Josephine Barreiro, an accomplished artist based in Newark, New Jersey, holds an MFA and an MA from New Jersey City University, along with a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Her dynamic artwork, renowned for its distinct lines and bold colors, authentically reflects her rich Spanish heritage and urban upbringing. Fearlessly exploring themes of identity, urban life, and spirituality, Barreiro tackles the complexities of both the human and animal condition in her compelling pieces.

Her work has garnered widespread acclaim, featuring prominently in the Newark Artist Documentary Project in 2018 and the Painting Event at the Penn and Brush Gallery in New York City. Notably, Josephine's artwork was showcased in an NYC art segment on PBS in 2016. Josephine is a member of Pro Arts in Jersey City, she has exhibited her work extensively throughout the New York City and New Jersey metro area, as well as in other esteemed venues across the United States.

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Statement:

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As an artist deeply influenced by both my urban upbringing in Newark, NJ and Spanish heritage, I create bold, vibrant artworks that delve into the spectrum of human emotions, including love, pain, empathy, resilience, spirituality, anxiety, and more. My pieces explore the interconnectedness of these emotional landscapes, drawing parallels between the experiences of humans and animals.  Infusing my art with rich colors, layers and dynamic patterns, I aim to evoke a sense of connection and empathy, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of our shared humanity and the natural world.