Balance is rooted in our relationships with people and our environment.
My work acts as a tool to generate change in artificial settings and situations that I create, by focusing on the impact of people within them.
Balance emerges through a constant, dynamic exchange of interactions.
I explore the idea of balance in my immersive kinetic sculptures through symmetrical compositions that, as movement is captured by integrated motion sensors, shift and change as someone approaches.
This movement results in a mark in the sand or a change in orientation.
My wearable sculptures link people together to highlight their impact on one another.
These wearables cannot be worn individually, or else they won't function, communicating how people rely on each other to maintain balance and how change is the process of maintaining this equilibrium.
Gleimi De Jesus
Together (2023)
Year: 2023
Material: Maple (Wood), Twine
Dimensions: 7’ x 4’ x 1”
,Together reflects a larger relationship between people and on how outside
influences impact a direct relationship.
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About Me
Born in the vibrant culture of the Dominican Republic on October 3, 2001, and raised amidst the urban tapestry of Tampa, Florida, I am Gleimi De Jesus—an artist driven by the profound dynamics of human connections. Growing up as the youngest in a family shaped by both Dominican and American influences, I developed a keen interest in the ways cultures intertwine and individuals adapt.
Tampa's urban nature became my canvas, providing insights into how people interact within the intricate web of urban life. What captivates me most is not just what people do, but why they do it. This fascination steered my educational journey into the arts, leading me to explore both painting and sculpture.
While painting captures moments with timeless strokes, sculpture, to me, is a dynamic conversation in three dimensions. It invites viewers to engage physically and emotionally, offering a unique perspective on the interplay of form and space. My work delves into the essence of balance, exploring how individuals impact each other and their surroundings. Through immersive kinetic sculptures and wearable art, I aim to highlight the interconnectedness of humanity and the constant dance of equilibrium.
Join me on this artistic journey as we explore the delicate symphony of relationships, cultural nuances, and the profound reasons behind our actions.
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Gleimi De Jesus
5800 Bay Shore Road - Sarasota, FL 34243
Gleimi.DeJesus24@ncf.edu
Education
New College of Florida, Bachelor of Arts in Humanities, 2024
Art Major and Statistics Minor
Exhibitions
Issermann Gallery, un/seen bodies, 2023
Issermann Gallery, New Visions, 2023
Art Center of Sarasota, Focus: New College Art, 2022
Tampa Museum of Art, Congressional, 2020
Tampa Museum Of Art Youth Council, Past, Present and Future, 2019
University of Tampa Gallery, Scholastics Art and Writing Awards, Gold Key, 2019
Gallery 221, HCC Dale Mabry Campus, 2018
Publications
un/seen bodies catalog, 2023
Awards/Honors
Tampa Museum of Art, Congressional, Best Sculpture Award, 2020
Designed the Congressional Medal of Honor Challenge coin for Integrity, 2020
The University Of Tampa Gallery, Scholastics Art and Writing Awards, Gold Key, 2019
Tampa Bay Fair Housing Consortium, Annual Fair Housing Symposium’s Poster Contest, First Place, 2019
EPC, Environmental Photography Contest, Second Place, 2019
Gallery 221@HCC Dale Mabry Campus, Calyx Schencker Art Infinitum, 3rd Place Photography, CSAI 2018
Professional Experience
August 2021-Present
New College of Florida Teaching Assistant - Sarasota, FL
