Tell us about your artwork.
Hello, my name is Jenn Norpchen and my artwork is whimsical, creative, animal gourd art although sometimes I use plants/vegetables in the mix. I often look at a gourd, give it a name and it comes to life. I follow many animal websites like, Amazing Nature, Nature and the Animal World, and new to my list, The Mystical world of mushrooms. It triggers ideas. I have been working on gourds for 12 years. My degree as commercial architectural designer/illustrator working on presentation drawings taught me color theory, perspective, drawing, which moved me into tromp l’oeil. It allowed me to be creative, fun, and whimsical circling back to 3-D art. Gourds. What an adventure!
Describe how art is important to society.
For me personally, art has allowed me to be expressive, more conscious of my environment especially when I’m out on my hikes. It allows me to slow down and see what’s around me. I see it in many artists….. painters, photographers, all mediums. It’s very important to our society and reintroduced to our teaching establishment. STEAM along with STEM.
How would you describe yourself as an artist?
As an artist, you have to have a lot of patience. Creating is fun although sometimes a mistake is made, and you have to take it back to the beginning. I want my art to be integral to its owner. It’s important to me my art is well done, and well accepted.
Has your style changed over time?
Not too much. My technique is the same. I have taken on more elaborate, larger projects using multiple gourds. I’m still very inspired with new paints, inks, and clay.
Describe your dream project.
I would love to animate my gourds into a fun story to make people laugh and enjoy my whimsical creations.
What superpower would you have and why?To animate my gourds with a magic gourd wand to the music of Led Zeppelin.
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Read Jenn’s previous interview here.
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