Jennifer Heyd Wharton
The Portrait Society of America, SC members show
“Spirit of America”
February 13 - March 20, 2025
122 Laurens St. SW, Aiken, SC 29801
All welcome!!
Step into the “Spirit of America” Portrait Society of America art exhibit where each piece embodies the diverse essence of the nation. From sweeping landscapes that capture the natural beauty of our country to vibrant figurative work.
This collection celebrates the myriad facets of American identity. Visitors will find themselves immersed in a visual narrative that honors the finest of fine art in our country.
Jennifer received a BFA from Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, PA. She had a successful career as a package designer, art director, illustrator and gallery owner. During her painting career she was inspired to study painting with David Lafel, Jeremy Lipking, Homer Hacker, and Skip Lawrence and Mary Whyte.
The focus of her work as a painter is in portraiture and landscapes commissions. She is the South Carolina State Ambassador for the prestigious Portrait Society of America. Her paintings are collected throughout the USA by corporations and private collectors. Her watercolor, Prime Real Estate” was selected by the Adams Billboard Company in their first ArtPop Competition to be displayed throughout Beaufort county in 2016.
She was honored twice in being voted Best Artist by Maryland Magazine. Some of her awards include: the Sam Hemming Award for Watercolor from the Academy Art Museum the Canton Frame Award from the Baltimore Watercolor Society and her work being selected for Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum’s Birds in Art year long travel Exhibition.
Jennifer is represented by Troika Gallery, Easton, MD.
Her work can also be seen at her home studio and at Atelier on Bay, West Street, both in her home town of Beaufort, SC. She welcomes you to contact her with your interest at 410-490-4024 or via email link below.
