WELCOME TO GRIT & GRACE ART

Jennifer Grace is an Artist from Toronto, Canada. She specializes in impasto, thick paint petals. She has refined her concept of Maximal minimalism, aka minimal art, pushed to the max using texture! She loves to expand on the simplicity of lines, shapes and colours, using decadent thick paint to create texture. Using a petal shape, allows her to bring great visual interest to a painting.

Her one of a kind, unique art pieces will elevate any home or office. Her pieces range from bright, bold, vibrant colours, to monochromatic pieces, ensuring there is something for everyone and every space! Her work is contemporary, chic, and the perfect touch for your space.

Wildflowers

These stunning ‘Wildflower’ paintings are both luxurious and unique. They vary in sizes, ranging from a mini size, all the way up to 24'“x 48”. Jennifer is currently taking commissions on this style, so you can have it made in any size you like. These paintings are done in a minimal abstract style, as Jennifer hopes to convey the beauty of nature in an unstructured manner. The minimal concept really allows the wild nature in these paintings to come through.

FREE help for Artists

Introducing a 2 part video series comparing 19 different modeling pastes!

If you are a new artist, or someone who is looking to learn about modeling pastes, these videos are exactly what you need! It will give you a better understanding of how this acrylic medium works, and show you just how different modeling pastes are.

In this 2 part series, Jennifer Grace will show you, 19 different modeling pastes. She will test each paste for its ability to make impasto/thick paint petals.

In the first video, Part 1, Jennifer will show you the consistency, colouring, viscosity and texture. She has done this in real time, but feel free to speed through if you're looking for a particular paste.

The second video, Part 2, will be Jennifer’s thoughts, comparing the 19 different pastes, as well as going over pros, cons, and her recommendations for purchasing.

LINES COLLECTION

This collection is all about maximal minimalism, as Jennifer calls it. Finding the beauty in a simple concept, such as lines, Jennifer wants to see how far she can push this concept. It’s a wonderful challenge for her creativity and it allows her to pursue many different ideas and concepts. Jennifer want to maximize the beauty in simple design, allowing the thick paint texture to create movement, and speak for itself. All designs are done using impasto, thick paint petals, to create a rich, unique texture.

Picture of Jennifer Grace, of Grit & Grace Art standing in her studio in front of her paint shelves. She's smiling, wearing a loose dark turquoise blue sweater with her hands on her hips

ABOUT JENNIFER

Jennifer Grace is an Artist from Milton, Ontario, Canada. She focuses on impasto thick paint petals, textured art and has a background in acrylic pouring. Her newest collection is focused on the idea of maximal minimalism, aka simple lines, shapes and designs, pushed to the max using texture and decadent thick paint.

She is also concentrating on her “Wildflower” series, using abstract florals. This perfectly illustrates her maximal minimalism style. Taking a minimal monochrome piece, and pushing it to the max with luxurious texture!

BROWSE ARTWORK

  • “Jennifer is such a creative and talented artist! She created a custom painting for me that started her beautiful series of white on white textured paintings. The movement of it so calming and brings me so much joy to look at. It was shipped well packaged and got to me in pristine condition. Thank you so much Jennifer! I can’t wait to own more of your art!”

    Kelsey

  • "I commissioned a piece from Jennifer Grace a few months ago. The entire process of creating such a piece was very detailed and enjoyable. Jennifer offered good suggestions when I gave her the broad outline of what I was looking for. She was able to take my ideas and create my vision exactly as I had hoped. Her use of colour and texture is wonderful and the painting exceeded my expectations. Shipping to the US was quick and affordable. I am delighted with the painting she created for me and it has drawn many compliments from friends and family. She is a wonderful, creative artist"

    Joanne

  • “Jennifer is such a talented artist! The process of planning and creating a custom piece with her was super easy and detailed. Jennifer asked such good questions at the beginning to make sure she was creating exactly what I wanted. The final piece came together absolutely beautifully and shipping to the USA was quick and more affordable than I thought! I am in love with the piece she created for me! Thank you Jennifer! 💜”

    Lexi Marie

  • “I was very excited to commission a custom Wildflower painting by Jennifer. She listened to my ‘wishlist’ and compiled an inspiration board to draw ideas from. She offered great suggestions and considerations for the space and piece I was envisioning. Jennifer did test pieces to ensure the colour, texture, and composition were exactly what I wanted. Working with Jennifer was an amazing process from start to finish, and I absolutely love the finished product!!!”

    Chris

  • “The custom artwork I received from Jennifer was stunning. She was incredibly easy to work with and made my vision come to life. She kept me updated on how the piece was coming along step by step. I would work with her again in a heartbeat! Thank you so much Jennifer, you’re an incredible artist!”

    Elena

COMMISSIONS

Jennifer is currently open for commissions and she’d be happy to make something for you. She specializes in her textured '“Wildflowers” style, and '“Oceania” fluid art style.

Each painting tells its own story and yours will be no different. You will work with Jennifer to bring your vision to life. She will go over everything with you before starting the piece, and she will communicate with you throughout the process.

Please keep in mind, that this is all unique, handmade original art, and if you are looking to recreate something you saw on her social media, nothing will ever be identical. Pieces may vary slightly.

To learn more about commissions, click here