"An intellectual says a simple thing in a hard way.

An artist says a hard thing in a simple way." 
-Charles Bukowski

 Artist Statement:

My name is Jenny Dayton. Born and raised in Austin, Texas, I spent the last 6 years in Alaska. I have now begun the next leg of my journey, living in Washington State. I am an artist because, for me, there is no other option. I have always drawn, painted, created, and have always wanted to continue doing so. Seeing a drawing materialize is the only thing that makes me feel content in my skin. The ideas in my art can be as much of a surprise to me as they are to some others. Most of the time the meanings become apparent long after a piece is finished. I look back on works and remember what was going on in my life at that time (which albums I was listening to) and I finally understand what it was I was saying to myself. I feel art should be a unique challenge, not a skill based solely on repetition. There is always comfort in echoes and familiarity but there are so many thrills to be had in the metamorphosis to the unfamiliar.