Jenna Brownlee

Jenna Brownlee is a Des Moines, Iowa native, painter and muralist. After studying multiple mediums of art at the Des Moines Art Center, she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Entrepreneurship Certificate from the University of Iowa. She worked as graphic designer for 10 years and is now a full-time, independent artist. She was the 2023 Des Moines Arts Festival Featured Artist, is represented by Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design, offers commissions and is an international muralist.

Jenna is drawn to flowers as a subject for their many layers, texture and symbolism of growth, resilience and positivity. Her work is an exploration of bold color, contrast, depth and movement through refined brushwork. With a mission to make people happy through art, her work is often inspired by collages of organic shapes found in nature with uplifting themes using vibrant colors, florals and fauna.