Harmony Jones
Harmony Jones is a nature based artist working in encaustic, living on the coast of South Florida.
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Born in 1977 in Eugene, Oregon and named after an Elton John song, Harmony’s family spent much of the time outdoors, surrounded by water. She attended Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland, Oregon and first showed her work professionally in 2003. Since then, her work has been featured in galleries and art shows across the country; from local group exhibitions in Wynwood, Miami and Coconut Grove, to The Coral Springs Art Museum, and Art Boca. Harmony was interviewed by NPR for her participation in Art Fort Lauderdale. Harmony has collaborated on projects with companies such as Urban Outfitters and The Body Shop. She completed commissioned projects for the Palm Beach County School District, The Boys and Girls Club and Cayuga Centers in New York.
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Nature gives a special medicine. This magic, this medicine is like nothing else. I am continually inspired by it in the most curious and powerful ways. Rhythmic nature is all around us and even a part of us. That connection interests me greatly…
My current body of work combines vintage wind and string instrument cases and parts with encaustic. Some pieces are illuminated, many are sculptural and include repurposed or found objects. I find bees wax and resin to emulate nature's elements. Working with this medium for over fifteen years it has combined my skills in painting with my love for sculptural building.
My process is propelled by experience and memory. I create these pieces using a working collection of objects, sketch book drawings and plans. Fueled, inspired, intention determines the final product.