Biography

 

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Monica Johnson is a contemporary abstract painter based in Carmel, California. Her mixed media works are rooted in intention, inspired by nature, the human experience, and the quiet rhythms of daily life. Through layering, mark-making, and intuitive composition, she explores the interaction between complexity and simplicity, inviting viewers to find their own meaning within her work.

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Born in Monterey and raised in Kansas, Monica returned to California in her twenties, building careers in dental hygiene and clinical massage therapy. Her background in the healing arts deepened her understanding of connection—both physical and emotional—which now informs her artistic practice. She has fully transitioned into life as a full-time artist.

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Dedicated to artistic growth, Monica has studied with accomplished artists across the country, continually evolving her artistic voice and technique. Her work has been exhibited in both local and national shows and is collected throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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Monica is represented by Gallery Sur in Carmel, CA, and Karen Anderer Fine Art in Lancaster, PA.

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