Janet Clukie is an award-winning artist based in North Georgia. Growing up surrounded by farm life, she developed a profound love for nature and wildlife. Her childhood was spent riding horses and cherishing the company of dogs. When she wasn’t drawing, she often explored nature and spent a great deal of time outdoors.
From an early age, Janet was inspired by various creative outlets, particularly drawing and painting. Her artwork embodies a deep passion for nature, wildlife, and the western lifestyle. Janet is dedicated to capturing the essence of her subjects, supporting them with colors and intricate brushwork to create a captivating experience without words. Through her paintings, she aspires to convey not just a moment but a rich experience that engages the viewer visually.
In & out of the studio
Janet has transformed a section of her home into a functional studio where she likes to kick off her day with music. To start her artwork, Janet carefully examines a reference photo to understand her subject. Next, she readies her surface to sketch the subject, using the reference photo as a guide throughout the process.
Outside of her studio and creative endeavors, Janet enjoys quality time with her family and loved ones. She frequently embarks on travels and adventures to discover new places and seek inspiration. Her rural lifestyle, including farm activities, horseback riding, and caring for animals, has significantly influenced her artwork. Janet draws inspiration from nature and the beauty of everyday life.
Janet’s Artist Statement
I'm driven in my work to capture the inspiration of my subject and support it with the excitement of color, texture, and brushwork. With a variety of components in my paintings, my desire is to represent not just a moment but an experience in my work that visually captivates the viewer. As I incorporate values, various hues, and textures, the intent is for all the components to work together in harmony to tell a story without words.
Awards/ Exhibitions
2019 Cumming FUMC Festival of Arts
2021 International Juried Art Competition - Animal
Talent Prize Award
“Spring Show” 2021 at Suwanee Arts Center in Suwanee, GA.
2022 “Nature’s Serenity” solo exhibition. April 25, 2022, at Menagerie on Main in Canton, GA.
2023 11th Annual BAG Exhibition at the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, GA.
2023 Summer Exhibition at the Downtown Gallery, operated by The Booth Western Museum in Cartersville, GA
2023 West Fest Plein Air event at the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville GA.
Received 3rd place in the West Fest Plein Air event
2023 Fall/Holiday Exhibition at The Downtown Gallery, operated by the Booth Western Art Museum.
2024 Winter/Spring Exhibition at The Downtown Gallery, Operated by the Booth Western Art Museum.
2024 11th Annual Show People, Places and Thingamabobs Juried Invitational Show -Roswell Fine Arts Alliance.
2024 Summer Exhibition at the Downtown Gallery, operated by the Booth Western Art Museum.
2024 12th Annual BAG Exhibition in the Borderlands Gallery in the Booth Western Art Museum.
Media
Featured in “Unique Canton space bridges artists and art lovers” - Fox 5 Atlanta by Paul Milliken - September 14, 2021
Interviewed for the Downtown Gallery Spring/Summer Exhibit Virtual Gallery Walk - May 13, 2023
2023 Featured in Family Life Magazine as artist profile of the month.
2025 Art of the West Magazine January/ February issue.
2025 Guidebook of Art presented by Art of the West