Donated by Artist Julie Johnson
TITLE: Light it Up
MEDIUM: Canvas Wrapped Photograph
DIMENSIONS: 4x4x2
GALLERY PRICE/VALUE: $200
*LOCAL PICK UP/SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED IN FINAL BID

Julie Johnson is a St. Louis based photographer who uses her work to address social issues.

About the Artist:
"I create photographs to remind myself of how rich it is to experience being alive. I approach photography as a three­ dimensional art in a two dimensional world. I see it as my job to build the visual layers of texture and color within the subjects. It is my deep desire for viewers of my work to walk away with a stronger sense of connectedness to the little things in our daily lives that make us feel whole and awake." Julie is a teacher and artist in St. Louis working primarily in photography. Julie's artwork has been greatly impacted by her time working with clients and students in social services and as an educator in St. Louis City and County. She is most known for her photographs of urban landscapes, street art, and city streets that depict the broad spectrum of experiences that occur within city life.In addition to photographing the city, Julie loves to turn her work into a personal experience by organizing photo walks around the city while also teaching participants the basics of photography, smart phone photography and how to use photography as a meditation tool, among other things. Julie received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Art History and Photography from the University of Kansas. She has studied studio art in Ireland and Italy, displayed her work in several galleries around St. Louis and Kansas City and teaches community based photography classes.