Today's Heartmade artist is Houston photographer Janet Roe! Janet uses her photographs of Houston's famous skyline and adds bright colors and digital collage to create exciting abstract cityscapes. Her previous careers include teaching and law, but Janet's new love is the art of photography. She studies at the Glassell School of Art and the Houston Center for Photography. You don't have to be a Houstonian to love her work, but we're very proud to claim her as one of our own!
What's your favorite thing about being an artist in Houston?
The best thing about being an artist in Houston is the skyline! But, seriously, the rich art community.
What’s your favorite way to spend a weekend or a Sunday afternoon?
My favorite way to spend a Sunday afternoon is to go out shooting with a new camera.
What's your favorite piece of public art in Houston?
My favorite public art in Houston are the walls at Discovery Green.
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