During the pandemic, the world has changed in many different ways. My main inspiration during this time of uncertainty was how nature began to take over while the world essentially stopped for a period of time; as humans slowed down and stayed inside, the world fought for what it once was. The skies of China cleared of pollution, the waters of Venice had sea-life returning. In my three works, I explore the idea of nature fighting and taking over, and humans, ultimately, succumbing.

Artist Bio:

Julia Martens is a young and aspiring artist and illustrator from Canada. She works in many mediums, including oil paints, graphite, charcoal, and watercolours. She draws inspiration from nature, botanical illustrations, and classical artwork. Martens makes work of her own, and also is commissioned to do art for others, including large-scale murals, tattoo designs, and music album cover art.

Find Julia online at:

@juliafmartens
www.juliamartens.ca