about

My figure work holds a deeply personal place in my practice—it’s where I feel I’ve developed my most distinct style. I’m currently working on a new body of work composed of ten large-scale oil paintings, each one continuing the visual approach I first cultivated through years of colored pencil studies.

That time spent refining my technique—particularly during college figure painting and drawing classes—taught me how to find shape within the human form through shadow and light. The discipline and repetition of that process helped me arrive at a uniquely personal style, one that now translates into my oil painting practice.

These upcoming works reflect that evolution, using layers upon layers of oil paint—often 6 or more—to build figures that feel dimensional, fluid, and alive.

I exclusively paint the female form. The energy and power held within the feminine body are what I strive to express through intentional brushwork. The magnetism a woman holds when she enter a room is undeniable. I want my figures to hold the viewer’s attention with that same power—to exude motion and grace while feeling grounded in their presence.

Each painting is an exploration of the figure in motion. I aim for my subjects to feel like they’ve just paused mid-step or movement. On average, these pieces take me 30 to 50 hours to complete.

These pieces are the most precious to me and are the center of my artist career.

All figure works are available for purchase upon request. Email jordanemurphyart@gmail.com with any inquiries.