I am a painter and mixed media artist focused on the abstracted natural world and imagined landscapes. My work is highly influenced by the colors and patterns found in mid-century textiles and my 15+ year career working for the modern furniture company Knoll.
I have a BFA from Georgetown University where I received the Misty Dailey Award for artistic excellence. Additionally I have studied painting and drawing at the University of Paris, the Art Students League in New York and the NYC Crit Club. Residencies include L’AiR (Paris, 2025) and Vermont Studio Center (2026). I also have an MBA from Stanford University. Most recently I have shown my work through Studio Montclair, the Drawing Galaxy, the Woodstock School of Art and Wired Gallery.
Contact me at csjames202@gmail.com or Instagram @colleenjamesart
Photo by Chanel Matsunami Govreau