Free Opening Reception
Thursday, October 6
3–5 pm
Visit the display in The Shop:
October 6–22
Thursdays–Saturdays, 10 am–4 pm
Julia Pozsgai’s enthusiasm for nature, color and music is expressed everywhere in her artwork, from painting to jewelry to textiles.
Julia’s work has been available in The Shop for the past year, and has consistently delighted customers, who are drawn to the bright colors and whimsical imagery of her art and jewelry as well as the usefulness of her handcrafted bags, pouches and cases.
Creative since her teenage years, Julia studied 3D art and furniture making at Autistry in San Rafael and later enrolled in art classes with Alchemia in Petaluma where she became the first artist-in-residence with a focus on painting, textiles and ceramics.
In 2014, Julia started her own art business and studio, Pansy Creations, in Sonoma with the support of Casa Allegra Community Services of Marin. In addition to other services and supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, CACS helps entrepreneurs with dreams and a passion to establish their businesses and develop their careers. This is achieved with the support of mentors who can guide refinement of skills for art and business.
This year, for the first time, Julia has invited some of the mentors to present a sample of their art. It is her way of saying thank you for their help in building her confidence as an artist. Mary Neuer Lee has guided Julia in jewelry and metalwork and will present some of her unique Kintsugi jewelry at the show. Camille LaPointe-Lyons has provided support in painting and will feature her award-winning watercolors.
Edward’s Peaches by Camille LaPointe-Lyons
Julia loves to express creatively. In her own words, “I like painting the intricacies of patterns, and how the birds might reflect themselves or be with family. I draw with color and shapes from my imagination. It makes me feel calm to paint and create art. I choose to make art because it is peaceful, loving and magical.”
With the support of her mentors, Julia has made her mark as an artist in the North Bay over the last eight years with art exhibitions at the Arts Guild of Sonoma, the Museum of Sonoma County, as well as jurying in to call-to-artists shows. She has had five successful one woman shows, and participated regularly in the Art Walk of Sonoma, has painted trophies for the Sonoma International Film Festival awards, and has won recognition for some of her creations in the Sonoma Community Center’s Annual Trashion Fashion event.
