PROJECT WHIMSY
BUT FIRST, INTRODUCTIONS...
My name is Caitlin Rose Jackson, and when I was three years old, I told my parents I wanted to be an artist. This dream stayed with me well into high school, but I eventually talked myself out of it. I told myself it wasn’t “practical.” Of course, I didn’t know what else I wanted to do, so I spent a lot of time trying various things out. In the process, I graduated magna cum laude from Scottsdale Community College with an AA in Fine Art, and then I proceeded to graduate cum laude from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability with a Sustainable Energy, Materials, and Technology focus, along with a minor in Landscape Architecture. Unfortunately, things still didn’t come together for me because in the middle of it all, at 20 years old, I was also
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diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. Eventually, at 29, I couldn’t deny my calling any longer and decided to officially become the artist I always knew I was.
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Each vibrant, acrylic painting is inspired by elements found in nature or during my world travels and is meant to add a whimsical touch to the “every day.” There are a lot of times when my Crohn’s gets the best of me, and I don’t feel well, so it’s vital that my art brings a smile to my face and lifts my spirits as I am creating it. When I work on a painting, I continually ask myself, “Will this brighten a room?” and “Will this brighten someone’s day?” It is also important to me to make the community a better place, which is why a portion of the proceeds is donated to animal welfare and nature conservancy causes.
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When I’m not busy creating pieces for Project Whimsy and traveling, you can usually find me writing, reading, playing the piano, or hiking. No matter what I do or where I go, I am always accompanied by my two pug children and wonderful husband. Since I am an only child, I am incredibly close to my parents, A.K.A., my Biggest Fans. I couldn’t do what I do without unconditional support and love from my entire family. Love you guys!
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Now without further ado, let’s get whimsical!
