Jennifer Hudson is a Maryland-based cut paper artist and painter. She began her career as a painter with an emphasis on realistic nature scenes and fantasy-based illustrations. She graduated from the Baltimore School for the Arts in 2014 with a concentration in painting.

 

After graduating, Hudson became intrigued by the world of contemporary paper art. She uses various-sized knives to hand-cut delicate works that display movement, texture, and dimension. She combines several layers of cut paper to attain highly detailed three-dimensional works. Hudson’s love of the natural world is evident in the use of flora and animals in her work. She specializes in wildlife art. Continuing motifs include foxes, birds, horses, and delicate lace-like structures. She became a member of the Guild of American Paper Cutters in 2020. Hudson is also a signature member of the Society of Animal Artists. She has shown her work in numerous juried shows and galleries across the United States. She has sold over 100 pieces of original work. When she is not creating, Jen enjoys spending time with her two dogs.

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Artist Statement

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"I began my career as a watercolor painter. In the years after graduating, I continued to paint but became interested in the world of contemporary paper art. I wanted to explore a medium that was more sculptural and textile-based. I enjoy layering sheets of delicate hand-cut paper together to achieve delicate lace-like works that display movement and texture. I cut everything by hand using various-sized X-acto knives.

 

My love of nature is evident in my art. I have always been an avid animal lover and enjoy documenting the natural world in my work. Most of my work is inspired by the landscapes and wildlife around where I live. My subjects primarily include foxes, birds, deer, and other creatures native to north-central Maryland. In my work, I hope to capture the movement, story, and spirit of the animals I portray."