Jena Zelezny

Now retired, I work full time as a painter and writer. I am interested in matters that involve climate change and the Anthropocene, particularly the impact of human activities on wild animals i.e., tourism, industry, hunting, circus, and the lucrative trade in animal parts. The current fascination with artificial intelligence, the Trump administration, equality and human rights are also of great concern to me.

Education

I was awarded a doctorate in English and Theatre Studies from the University of Melbourne after completing certificate and diploma courses in art and design using traditional techniques and methodologies. I am now a full time visual artist choosing to work in oils, gouache, and charcoal/graphite (although I have also worked in watercolour and acrylics). I choose subjects that are important to me as an artist and as a human.