Hi there! I am Jackie Schomburg Meynen, an abstract mixed media artist and teacher based just north of Chicago.

My current abstract paintings are focused on identity and the tension between freedom and the need to belong. I explore how internal and external pressures in our lives shape what we think of ourselves and how our imperfections add color to how we are perceived by others/perceive ourselves. I use bold colors and imaginative compositions to command attention and remind us to fully embrace ourselves as worthy of love and belonging.

In addition, I facilitate Brave Art & Wellness workshops that combine journal writing and intuitive art. You will learn to use art to slow down, de-stress, and stay present in the moment. This process is a highly effective self-care tool that can help calm anxiety, promote positive mental health, boost self-confidence, encourage self-expression, and help process trauma in a safe space. Go to www.jackieschomburg.com/workshops for more information.