Kirk Bear Canyon Library invites you to an exhibit by local artist Nancy Jacques, on display until March 30, 2026.
Artist Statement:
Nancy Jacques is a contemporary artist specializing in painting, drawing and photography. She largely creates around themes of social and environmental justice. Her passion comes from her varied career teaching art, counseling, writing and working on climate change issues for over 40 years. Experience has taught her that, for social or scientific concepts to be grasped effectively, communicate by evoking emotions. Use familiar images- signifiers- in unusual ways. Challenge the viewer. Make it memorable.
Nancy’s artwork is held in private collections in Virginia, Kansas, Colorado and Arizona. She has exhibited work throughout the country, receiving Best in Show and Honorable mentions. She is a member of varied professional artist associations and has been a docent for the Tucson Museum of Art since 2015.Nancy received her BFA degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, in 1976, with five years of advanced training at the Art league School, Alexandria VA
Images courtesy of the artist
