Julia Nelson-Gal is a mixed-media artist who uses vernacular photographs, found objects, recycled materials and ephemera in her work. Her pieces explore time, memory, deterioration and mortality. 

Her Artist's Statement discusses the genesis of her artwork, which comes from a life-long love of photography and an interest in collecting discarded objects. Her work has been shown in dozens of exhibitions both locally and throughout the United States (see Resume) and can currently be seen at the shows listed under News.

She has a studio in the City of Palo Alto's Cubberley Art Studios where she works among a community of 26 artists.  A short Film Clip made by her son, shows her working in the studio.

Prior to becoming an artist, Julie worked in the arts in non-profits, museums and an auction house. Her previous career continues to influence her approach to making art.











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