Art Space

Art Space is located in the Guerrieri Student Union’s second-floor concourse.
Admission is free and the public is invited. Those planning to park on campus must register in advance for a free parking pass.
For more information call 410-543-6274.

Works by Jessica Taber, BFA Painting, are showcased during the exhibit what remains.

"what remains"

Jessica Taber

Jessica Taber was born and raised in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, and is currently a junior at Salisbury University, pursuing a BFA with a concentration in painting and a minor in psychology. She is a member of the Disability Resource Center’s honor society and works as a Registered Behavior Technician. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in art therapy, working with children with autism to help them develop strong foundations for the future.

Art has been an important part of Jessica’s life from an early age, although she did not initially consider it as a career path. Her work explores personal emotions, values, and individual struggles, drawing inspiration from her lived experiences and the expressive approaches of painterly artists such as Jenny Saville. Working primarily in oil on canvas, she embraces a painterly approach while also exploring elements of abstraction and surrealism.

Although her paintings are rooted in personal experiences, Jessica hopes viewers will discover their own connections and interpretations within her work. Through the emotional depth of her paintings, she seeks to create a sense of understanding, connection, and peace for those who may have experienced similar struggles.

Artist Statement

My work is rooted in the emotions, experiences, and hardships that have shaped my life. Despite the weight of these experiences, an underlying sense of hope remains woven throughout each piece.

When I first began painting, I was uncertain of my artistic identity, style, and abilities. Over time, I have learned to translate my emotions, personal experiences, and creativity into visual expressions through oil painting. I have always been drawn to both realism and abstraction, often moving between the two approaches. However, over the past year, I have begun to develop a visual language that feels distinctly my own. My goal is to bring these approaches together, blending elements of realism and abstraction to create work that is both expressive and deeply personal.

Each piece I create represents a part of my story, which continues to grow and evolve. My recent work explores the complex coexistence of beauty, gore, and love within the human experience. Through these contrasting elements, I seek to reveal the raw and sometimes uncomfortable realities of life while reflecting on what it means to be human.

As I continue to develop my artistic practice, I hope to further refine my visual language while expanding my technical skills and creative perspective. I also look forward to pursuing commissioned work and creating meaningful, personal pieces that connect with others. I am excited about what the future holds, both for my growth as a painter and for the continued evolution of my art and identity.

Flow through me

2026
Oil on Canvas
18 x 24 in.

The weighing of the souls

2026
Oil on Canvas
18 x 24 in.

Heavenly

2026
Oil on canvas
18 x 24 inches x 10 x 12 inches

Alienated

2026
Oil on canvas
20 x 42 in.

Triptidelic

2026
Oil on Canvas
18 x 24 in.