Freedom Rising

Mixed media on canvas, 30 in x 40 in x 1.5 in , 2025

This piece arrived shortly after the No Kings 2 protest when the collective began to awaken to the need to raise our voices loudly in solidarity for human rights. If you look closely, you will see the image of a strong brown tree rising from behind a flood of color.

Intuitive abstract expressionist, Jen Monteleone, draws from emotional landscapes to create vibrant works that explore self-awareness, transformation, and rebirth. Emerging from a need for balance, Jen’s practice is a rooted in processing identity and themes of abandonment and self-worth, particularly through her perspective as an adoptee. 

Jen infuses multiple layers of color, texture, and gestural marks onto the canvas, evolving alongside her art by constantly discovering new techniques and color combinations that spark curiosity. Her work is designed to be a meditative experience, inviting viewers to find quiet moments of introspection and peace. 

Selected Exhibitions: Featured Artist, Art Walk Edmonds at Coldwell Banker Bain, Pop-up Gallery at ArtWorks, Cafe Louvre, Frances Anderson Center Gallery, Bequest Coffee, and Moonrise Studios.