Jenny Beard is an artist working within contemporary abstract painting, focusing on the dialogue between digital aesthetics and traditional methods, as well as the contemplation of time and interaction. Her process involves automatic drawing, with attention to weight and balance, alongside meticulous rendering. While the visual language is heavily influenced by digital perfection, human error and the trace of the artist’s hand are embraced.

In addition to exploring the ‘reverse entropy’ of a brushstroke on the canvas, the inclusion of text is prescriptive for Beard. These often consist of phrases or ramblings, usually protests or reflections, with an undertone of humour and self-deprecation. Although the words are prescriptive, the focus remains on the act of self-expression. The artist aims to come to terms with her own reserved traits and experiences as a working-class woman in the arts through this process.