June Ni is a contemporary artist whose work is inspired by a wide range of subject matter from objects found in nature to concepts found in history. Her paintings are expressive with cohesive color palette and dynamically balanced shapes and lines. June is based in Charlotte, NC

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Bio

June Ni, a self-taught artist who seamlessly integrates her Asian heritage into her creations, exemplifies the bridge between cultures and eras. Born and raised in China, she ventured to the United States in 1993. After a successful career in IT, June courageously embraced her lifelong passion for art full-time in 2021.

Initially working with digital tools such as the iPad and Procreate, June explored the creative possibilities of AI-generated art for two years. However, she chose to move away from digital media, feeling that traditional, handcrafted art offers a unique authenticity that resonates more deeply in a world increasingly saturated with AI-created work. June believes that art made by hand carries an irreplaceable sense of individuality and emotional connection, qualities she feels are essential to meaningful artistic expression.

Her transition to traditional media, including watercolor and acrylic, reflects her commitment to creating art that celebrates timeless techniques while remaining contemporary.

June’s art delves into the complexities of life, often exploring themes of resilience, beauty, and the interplay between human experiences and the natural world. By returning to the tactile roots of artistic creation, she invites her audience to connect with art that feels personal, grounded, and enduring.

With this shift, June aspires to contribute to the art world in a way that honors craftsmanship and fosters a deeper appreciation for the irreplaceable human touch in artistic endeavors.

CV

  • Selected Exhibition History

    Sep 15 - Oct 1, 2023, Charlotte International Art Festival, “The Journey” Exhibition

    Apr 14 - Aug 31, 2023, James May Gallery, Online exclusive through Artsy, “Small Works 2023”

    Dec 1 - Dec 4, 2022, Jada Art Fair at Miami Art Week 2022, Miami Beach, Florida, “Metaverse Exhibition”

    Jun 22 - Jun 25, 2022, NowHere Gallery, NYC, “Women of the World NFT Exhibition”

    June 2022, Art Fluent Gallery, Massachusetts, “Wabi Sabi”

    Dec 3, 2021 – Jan 1, 2022, 311 Gallery, Raleigh, North Carolina. “Best of the East”

    Jun 2 – Aug 2, 2020, Art Museum of South Texas, Corpus Christi, Texas. “Creative Distancing”

    Apr 7 – Oct 31, 2020, ILA Gallery, Denver, Colorado. “Artist Relief Spotlight”

    Mar 13 – Apr 17, 2020, 3 Square Art Gallery, Fort Collins, Colorado. “The NOOBAA | Non-Objective Abstract Art 2nd Annual National Fine Art Exhibition”

  • Awards

    “White Flowers I”, Honorable Mention Award at the Guild of Charlotte Artists Summer Show, 2023.

    “Cosmic Nexus”, Special Recognition Award in the “Abstract” exhibition Photography & Digital category. Light Space & Time, 2023.

    “2022 Searching for the Light”, Honorable Mention Award at the Guild of Charlotte Artists Summer Show, 2022.

    “2020 Lantern Festival - Shadowed by the New Coronavirus”, Second Place in the Abstract/Experimental category of the Artist Magazine Annual Art Competition, Student Division, 2020.

    “Ambition”, Special Merit Award in the “All Women” exhibition Photography & Digital category. Light Space & Time, 2020.

  • Events

    September 2021 The Other Art Fair by Saatchi Art, Los Angeles, CA.

  • Publication

    Suboart Magazine - Illuminating the Beauty of Science. May 2023

    Golden Moment Observica Magazine - Prime 2021. November 2021

Community Involvement

  • Speaking

    Artist talk “From Kiln to Canvas” at Belmont Abbey College, April 2024

    Lecture on "AI Art: A New Frontier for Artistic Exploration" at Queens University of Charlotte, 10/25/2023

    Member speaker at Guild of Charlotte Artists May 2023 Program

    Artist guest speaker at Bank of America 2022 AAPI celebration conference.

  • Membership

    Guild of Charlotte Artists, Board Member

    National Watercolor Society, Associate Member