Jillian Cammisa-Cantz
My artwork is like a mirage. You see what you think may be beautiful, but is actually a lot deeper and more intense than just looks. It encompasses the pain I have ever felt , but also allows for growth and healing. It’s not made for the world to see, but for me to grow. I use materials that feel right for me in the moment of creating, which has allowed me to try a variety of mediums. I tend to lean towards painting, since the fluidity of the medium allows me to freely express my emotions in ways I never thought possible. Creating for me, is focused mainly on the process, not the end product.
“Rebirth” (2020), Oil on Canvas, 3’ x 4’.
"Before I forget." (2020), Oil on Canvas, 9” x 12”.
"Landscape." (2020), Oil on Canvas, 9” x 12”.
"Multiple Emotions." (2020), Linocut relief print, 9” x 12”.
"Danger." (2019-2020), Lino-cut relief print, 7.5” x9.5”.
"Finding Inner Peace." (2020), Lino-cut relief print, 14”x12”.
"The Many Faces of Jacob." (2019), Acrylic on watercolor paper, 11.5” x 13.5”.
"The Many Faces of Jacob-Print" (2019), Lino-Cut Relief Print, 11.5”x13.5".
"Old Shoe" (2019), Clay, Handbuilt. 10”x4.5”.
"Tea Set." (2019), Clay ceramics, Wheel thrown and handbuilt, 9.5” x 5”, 4” x 3.75”.
"Sentimental Piece of Me" (2019), Charcoal on paper, 3’ x 3’
Self Portrait. (2020-2021), Graphite on paper, 9”x12”
Home. (2020), photograph, 9” x 12”
"Miss You Papa." (2020), Photograph, 9”x12”
"Decomposing." (2020), Photograph, 9” x 12”
"On 7th Street." (2020), Photograph, 9” x 12”
"Hidden." (2020), Photograph, 9” x 12”
"It’s Not What it Looks Like." (2021), Watercolor on paper, 9”x12”
"Floral Eye." (2021), Ink on canvas, 2” x 2”
"Eyes, Nose, and Mouth." (2021), Repeat pattern. Fabric, 3’ x 3’
Jillian Cammisa-Cantz
Art Therapy ‘21
My name is Jillian Cantz, I am a senior Art Therapy major at Temple University. Before deciding to pursue Art Therapy, I was a biology major on the pre-med track. It wasn’t until sophomore year that I decided to pursue something that I always loved and had a curiosity for. Art has always been a method to calm myself, and I hope for that to continue. When I am not making art, I am normally hanging out and exploring the city with my friends, or relaxing with my cat.
