Jill Metz has been a self-taught artist for the last seven years and her specialty is mixed media.
This type of visual art uses a combination of media (like paint, ink and collage) to create a single piece of art. Recently, Jill has added new artistic outlets to her mix.
The Fishers resident began offering mixed media workshops and writing a blog to share her artwork and encourage others in self-expression and creativity. In partnership with the Fishers Parks and Recreation Department, Jill is offering several public workshops in the art of mixed media and collage at the Fishers Train Station. Classes offered a variety of artwork media including Gratitude Mosaic, Color My WORLD, Yes-It’s Plaster, and a Just for Tweens workshop. Anyone interested in these workshops may contact Jill at www.truoriginal.com.
Jill considers herself a “creative coach” since she guides individuals in the exploration of art and creativity. She also offers private home workshops that are like a fun girls’ night out. “I have met the most amazing women through my workshops and they inspire me more than I do them!” said Jill.
Last year, Jill began blogging and her online journal has provided new connections in the art community. She was invited to Lake Tahoe for an art retreat with four other artists. One of Jill’s dreams is to expand her workshops and offer a mixed media art retreat in Fishers.
Jill attributes her brave creative spirit to the teachings of her single mom, who encouraged her to be independent and take chances. As a self-taught artist, Jill has had the opportunity to take creative courses and workshops from amazing artists around the country. Her artistic style is carefree and youthful. Mixed media allows Jill the freedom to explore many techniques and a variety of media.
Jill’s work can be found and purchased throughout the area. She is a regular participant of Art in the Park, the popular art fair presented by the Fishers Arts Council each September. Recently, Jill received a new opportunity to have her gift items available for purchase at Twisted Sister, a local boutique located at 7002 Lake Plaza Drive Avalon Crossing in Indianapolis. In addition, she has been invited to become a member of the CCA Gallery located at 47 South Main Street in Zionsville.
Jill is the owner of her own art business, TRU Original, located in Fishers. She has been married to the love of her life for 12 years and together they have two children and three dogs. She recently started working part-time at her parish, St. John Vianney, and also works as the High School Youth Leader with her husband. “It is an awesome blessing to serve our parish this way!” stated Jill. “St. John Vianney has been instrumental in supporting my family in our journey of faith and we are so happy to be part of that community.”
Contact Jill through her blog, http://truoriginal.blogspot.com/ or website, www.truoriginal.com.