theartistinsideout
theartistinsideout
| Forum role | Member since | Last activity | Topics created | Replies created |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member | Nov 8, 2011 (14 years) |
2 years | 9 | 23 |
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- Member
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Nov 8, 2011 (14 years)
- Last activity
- 2 years
- Topics created
- 9
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- 23
Bio
I am a Visual Narrative Designer and Published Poet currently exploring the purposeful intersection of human craftsmanship and digital innovation. My work is rooted in a foundational B.F.A. in Painting and Drawing and a Certificate in Art Therapy from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia.
Before dedicating myself to my independent studio practice, I spent eight years as an On-Air Visual Coordinator at HSN. There, I maintained rigorous aesthetic standards for live national broadcasts, a high-pressure environment that honed my "human eye" for visual quality and real-time storytelling.
The Visual Journey
My artwork has evolved from representational studies to abstract expressionism, characterized by bold, expressive color and the hallmark use of physical, gestural lines. Today, I am evolving a unique hybrid style—Tradigital Art—utilizing tools like Krita and Figma to bridge my traditional studio roots with modern creative tools. This process is not about replacement, but about the deliberate evolution of original canvases into new digital realms. My imagery leans toward the ethereal and the subconscious, striving to grasp the unknown through color and form.
The Poetic Voice
Informed by a deep love of Nature and Social Justice, I write emotional, vivid poetry that often reflects on my experiences within the Palestinian Diaspora and my Irish-American heritage. My work has been published in juried journals including Spillwords Press, Freeverse Revolution, and Masticadores USA.
For many years, I considered myself strictly a visual person. Writing came to me later in life as a sudden, natural phenomenon—an internal prompt I finally decided to obey. What started as journaling evolved into a serious love of the creative process, where spontaneity is as vital as the end result.
I continue to "journey on," exploring the creative landscape from the inside out. My hope is that the intersection of my visual and literary work inspires a shared connection and moves you in some way.
Best to you,
Jay Mora-Shihadeh
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