Mythic fantasy artist Jessica Galbreth was born on April 29th, 1974 in
Toledo, Ohio. Today, she makes her home and studio in Waterville, Ohio
with her husband Josh and their two children. Though Jessica did study
fine art with a major in painting for three years at the Toledo Museum of Art,
she also considers herself largely a self-taught artist. She crafts her
original works of art mostly with watercolors, pen and ink, but at times also
utilizes an airbrush and acrylic for certain effects.
Jessica began her art career in 1999 with a modest web site.
Much to her surprise, the interest in her fantasy and faery art seemed to
increase very quickly once she showcased her art on-line, so she went on to
expand her web site and product line. Now you can find Jessica's work in
numerous formats, from prints to greeting cards to calendars and books to
collectible figurines and ceramics produced by leading manufacturers throughout
the world. Her work is often featured at Spencers Gifts, Hot Topic and at
specialty retail shops throughout the world. With distribution of her art
and inspired products reaching as far as Australia, the United Kingdom and
Japan, Jessica has truly become a world-renown artist.
She is
perhaps most celebrated for her ability to capture the haunting and often
mysterious beauty of goddesses and faeries from mythology. Each of her
visions brought to life on paper have a personality of their own, and often
evoke strong feelings in those who view them. Some of her faeries are
elegant, sweet and wistful, while others are defiant, dark and powerful.
When asked about the path she chose to follow with her art,
Jessica has this to say...
"I am often asked why I chose to paint
images of myth and fantasy for my art career. It honestly never seemed
like a choice, as this is what is truly in my heart. From the time I was a
small child, I have loved fantasy art, especially art with a basis in
mythology. I am inspired by many things...mother nature in all her beauty,
the intricate myths and stories of ancient cultures, the shadowy mysteries of
the moon, and the innocence and simplicity I see in the eyes of my young
children. It is my most sincerest hope that my artwork serves to remind
others of the magic that surrounds us and lives within us
always." - Jessica Galbreth
