Mural Makers: Filomena Jack
Read Write Listen
MURAL MAKERS

Read, Write, Listen

Mural Artist: Filomena Jack
Location: Elmira, New York

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“Read, Write, Listen” is an abstract mural in downtown Elmira that is part of the Community Arts of Elmira Elmira Infinite Canvas initiative. The space is adjacent to a public park and not far from the Clemens Center Theater. The art piece includes a little library filled with free writing and journalling supplies. It is my hope that open mic type events for writers in the community will be hosted on site, using the mural as a backdrop. This project was funded by a NYSCA grant with the help of the Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes. 

About the Mural:
Name: Read, Write, Listen
Size: approximately 900 sq. ft. tall 
Products used: Golden Paintworks Mural & Theme Paint.
See it at:
79 E Water Street
Elmira, New York 14901
See a map of all Elmira Infinite Canvas murals here.

“Read, Write, Listen” work in progress. This is a backdrop for a community space including a little library with free writing and journaling supplies.
“Read, Write, Listen” work in progress. This is a backdrop for a community space including a little library with free writing and journaling supplies.
Detail of “Love” painted at the opposite end of the walkway from my “Read, Write, Listen” mural. I chose this spot because the wall looked a bit sad and many people use this space to walk to local shops. I wanted folks to feel loved!
Detail of “Love” painted at the opposite end of the walkway from my “Read, Write, Listen” mural. I chose this spot because the wall looked a bit sad and many people use this space to walk to local shops. I wanted folks to feel loved!

About the Maker

Hi! I’m Filomena Jack, and artist in the Finger Lakes region of NY. I hold a BFA from Jersey City University. In addition to working on murals and other commissions I am a wedding event illustrator and hula hoop instructor. I love my jobs!  My art is hyper colorful and intended to lift the spirits of the community with which it resides. I use design elements that have an upward flow to enhance the feeling of lift and levity. I prefer to create cute, quirky, and expressive designs. 

How did you get started painting murals?
I starting working with murals thanks to Community Arts of Elmira’s Infinite Canvas Program. At first I volunteered helping more established muralists on their projects then gradually became one of the lead artists in the program. 

Filomena Jack in front of “Be The Change”, painted for the Finn Academy. Partially painted with the scholars and families at the school.
Filomena Jack in front of “Be The Change”, painted for the Finn Academy. Partially painted with the scholars and families at the school.

Do you have any other projects coming up that you’d like to share?
I am happy to report that I have a number of fun projects on my upcoming agenda! “The Love Birds” (a very large depiction of three sweet and cartoony birds) will commence in a few days and I can’t wait to see this piece come to life! 

There is a smaller piece going up at the Meals on Wheels headquarters (also in Elmira, NY) that is intended to be a reminder to the volunteers that they are loved and appreciated. Part of the design includes golden stars that will reflect in the light, it’s going to glow!

See more of Filomena Jack’s work:
Instagram: @FilomenaJackStudio
Facebook: facebook.com/FilomenaJackStudio
Website: FilomenaJackStudio.com

“The Landscape Transforms Us” painted for the Watkins Glen Chamber of Commerce.
“Elmira Community Cycle” painted with and for the community outside ECC’s community bike shop, with help from Elmira Infinite Canvas.
“Erin, NY” painted on a silo celebrating Erin’s history.
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