Biography | Where Wit Meets Realism
Jeanne Burris Johnson is a contemporary visual artist known for transforming everyday moments into bold, graphic compositions. Drawing from photorealism, pop art, and mixed media, her work blends technical precision with storytelling and wit. With a background in gallery leadership, she creates impactful, collectible works designed for modern collectors.
Artist Statement | Why It Looks Like This
I turn fleeting, overlooked moments into bold, thought-provoking visuals. My work fuses high-contrast photorealism with a pop-art edge—where humor, irony, and precision collide to challenge perception. Beyond paint, my kiln-fired glass and mixed media pieces bring a tactile, experimental element, pushing storytelling beyond the canvas.
Exhibition History | From Studio to Spotlight
From Detroit to Cincinnati, Jeanne Burris Johnson's work has appeared in juried and invitational exhibitions across the Midwest. Her photorealistic and mixed media art has been featured in venues like Manifest Gallery, Detroit Artists Market, and Studio 1219.
Collected Works | In Private Hands
Original paintings by Jeanne Burris Johnson are held in private collections across the United States, chosen by collectors drawn to bold execution and sharp narrative.
Press & Features | Headlines, Highlights, and the Hard Work Behind Them
Press features spotlight Jeanne Burris Johnson’s leadership in arts innovation—from securing national grant funding to creating bold, community-driven exhibition platforms.
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