Dream State

About Jordan Merlino

Jordan Merlino is a Queer paper artist who was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. Jordan graduated from The Maryland Institute College of Art in 2015. Jordan has explorewd different types of illustration and fine art, and he is now focusing on watercolor mixed media pieces. Jordan has taught watercolor workshops and classes with The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and The Harwood Art Center. Jordan now lives in Santa Fe, NM with his husband and four cats.

Artist Statement

Artist Statement: The relationship I have with my paintings continuously evolve over time. This artist statement is true to this specific time in my life. One thing that will always remain the same is the fact that art saves my lifeover and over again. It is an old friend I can lean onto when times are hard, and to share the light of joy when it comes. My paintings are created with no planning. It is a very spontaneous practice. I instinctually chose the colors I am using, but I have little control on how the colors will flow together. I just add water and let the colors go where they need to...

Selected Highlights

• Nonbinary paper artist who is seeking exhibition and teaching opportunities.. I have successfully been
• •2020- NYC Phoenix Gallery Virtual Solo Exhibition
• •2024- Agora Gallery, “Summer City Idyll”
• •2021- Contemporary Art Room Gallery International Open Exhibition, online gallery
• •2021- CICA Museum “Circle 2021”

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