WOW Gallery
by Wonder of Women International
600 PINE STREET, SEATTLE, WA 98101 LOCATED IN PACIFIC PLACE SEATTLE ON THE THIRD FLOOR
Open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12noon-5pm
KINDLY EMAIL US AT INFO@THEWONDEROFWOMEN.ORG IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.
JACQUELYN SMITH
Jacqui C. Smith is an illustrator and artist dedicated to showcasing the diverse beauty of women of color through her work in children's book illustrations, animation, and murals. With notable projects for companies like Scholastic UK, Harlequin, and Penguin Books Australia, Jacqui also founded the Brewyard Art Festival and uses her platform to advocate for better representation and treatment of women of color in the arts.
My Story
Illustrator Jacqui C. Smith passionately showcases the diverse beauty of women of color through her unique artwork. As a graduate of Columbia College of Chicago in Traditional Animation, her focus includes children's book illustrations, animation, and artwork for companies such as Scholastic UK, Harlequin, and Penguin Books Australia. Notable projects include crafting murals for 60 Walmarts in 27 states with an emphasis on community and diverse representation. Jacquialso authored the series "Know Yourself: A Coloring Book for Girls (& Women)."
Jacqui partners with local businesses and non-profits for advocacy opportunities and she also founded the Brewyard Art Festival in 2017 as a way to support local artists. Jacqui's art, featured in LA Weekly and the hit TV show All American, addresses the need for better treatment and representation of women of color intending to inspire change.