Jagoda Jovanović - contemporary paintress

Jagoda, sweetly named after the English word for Strawberry, is an artist whose journey is as distinctive and colorful as her name suggests. Free from traditional art education, her path in the art world is lit by her natural talent and deep love for creating. She's taught herself, driven by her passion, making her art genuinely authentic and emotionally rich.

Echoing the sentiment of Oscar Wilde, Jagoda believes that "every portrait painted with passion reveals more of the artist than the model. The model is merely a catalyst, a muse. Through the colors, the artist unveils fragments of her soul." This belief is the foundation of her artistry. For Jagoda, painting transcends mere activity, it is an extension of her being. Every brushstroke and color choice is inspired by a real moment, turning her art into a lived experience that offers not just something to look at, but a deep emotional journey for anyone who sees it.

At the core of Jagoda's desire to share her art lies a deep-seated belief, akin to Dostoevsky's conviction that beauty will save the world. Jagoda holds a fervent ideal that ART WILL SAVE THE WORLD. This conviction is not just her motivation but her mission—to create art that transcends, heals, and brings people together. This belief pushes her to share her art, not just to be seen, but to share the core of what she believes and the essence of her creativity.

Jagoda's story is a light for artists teaching themselves, showing that you don't need to follow the usual route to be recognized. In a realm where the prestige of formal education and the strength of connections frequently dictate success, Jagoda's art emerges as a defiant testament to the undeniable force of innate talent in pursuing one's passion. Her journey illuminates a path less traveled, showcasing that true artistry is not confined to the classrooms of prestigious institutions. Instead, it thrives in the authentic expressions of the soul that dares to dream, create, and share its vision with the world.