Janey Saavedra is a Southern California based artist whose passion lies in capturing the beauty of the natural world through the medium of Plein Air Painting. Inspired by her surroundings, Saavedra's work reflects the stunning landscapes and the vibrant colors of her environment. Living close to the sea, she is constantly drawn to the ever-changing coastline and its mesmerizing views. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the simplicity of nature, Saavedra frequents agricultural areas, where she finds inspiration in the rustic charm and tranquility of the countryside. Through her work, she seeks to evoke a sense of harmony and connection with nature, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the simplicity and magnificence of the world around us.
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Drawing and Painting
School of Art, California State University Long Beach, CA
Select Group Exhibitions:
2024, Fifth Annual “LPAPA Squared” All Member Juried Show
2023, Fourth Annual “LPAPA Squared” All Member Juried Show
2020, “The Sketchbook Show,” Flatline Gallery, Long Beach, CA
2019, “Therefore I Am,” OC Center for Contemporary Art, Santa Ana, CA
2017, Shifting Tempo, Max L. Gatov Gallery, Long Beach, CA
2013, All Media, Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine, CA
2010, All Media, Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine, CA
Affiliation:
LPAPA. Laguna Plein Air Painters Association
SOCALPAPA Southern California Plein Air Painters Association