Sophia Jenny 'Phantasmagoria Chrysanthemum' Print Available

Artist: Sophia Jenny
Title: Phantasmagoria Chrysanthemum
Medium: Cyanotype Print
Size: (A3) 29.7 x 42 cm
Edition: 80
Price: NZ$100

 

Sophia Jenny is an emerging contemporary artist from New Zealand who has gained recognition for her evocative exploration of landscape and light. Her work often occupies the delicate intersection between realism and abstraction, capturing the ethereal qualities of the natural world through a lens of personal introspection. Based in Auckland, she draws significant inspiration from the rugged coastlines and shifting atmospheric conditions unique to the South Pacific. This geographic influence is evident in her choice of palette, which frequently features muted earth tones, deep teals, and soft, hazy greys that mimic the maritime climate.

Her technical approach involves layering oil paints and mixed media to create depth and texture, allowing her subjects to feel both grounded in reality and lost in memory. By blending sharp details with blurred edges, she invites viewers to experience a sense of nostalgia or quiet contemplation. Critics have noted her ability to convey silence and vastness, making her canvases feel like intimate windows into a larger, more mysterious universe. Beyond her technical skill, she is known for her thematic focus on the passage of time and the fragility of the environment. As she continues to exhibit her work in local galleries and international art fairs, she remains a significant voice in the modern New Zealand art scene, pushing the boundaries of traditional landscape painting while maintaining a profound connection to her roots. Her commitment to capturing the fleeting beauty of her surroundings ensures that her contributions to the visual arts remain both relevant and deeply moving.