Jody Bergsma is a diverse and visionary artist whose signature style has evolved through decades of dedication and thousands of original paintings. Her early career began with charming, whimsical children’s illustrations, which she sold at Pacific Northwest art shows to support her education. These early works laid the foundation for a lifelong journey in fine art.
Entirely self-taught in watercolor techniques, Jody’s art is deeply influenced by her background in engineering. Her compositions often feature precise geometric forms and mathematical balance, harmoniously integrated with vivid imagery and emotional depth. This unique combination gives her paintings a dreamlike quality, where the structured meets the surreal.
Jody’s artwork is also known for its thoughtful use of aboriginal, native, and sacred geometric symbols. Through years of study, she has explored the art and symbolism of ancient cultures across the globe. By respectfully incorporating these motifs, she honors their significance while reconnecting them to modern artistic expression and collective human heritage.
Jody believes that all people share a deeper, universal reality—one just beyond physical perception. Her paintings express this emotional language through imagery that is felt more than seen—moments of awe, clarity, and unity that transcend time and place. Whether inspired by nature, mythology, or inner vision, each piece is a reflection of her personal journey and a celebration of the human experience.
Art, for Jody, is more than creativity—it’s a way to inspire peace, harmony, and beauty in the world. Through her work, she invites viewers to explore their own emotions and awaken to the shared spirit that connects us all.
“Art is a tradition that helps define who we are—and brings us a vision of who we can become.” – Jody Bergsma
Jody Bergsma
Owner / Designer / Creative Director
Jody Bergsma currently resides on a peaceful horse ranch in Bellingham, Washington, surrounded by the natural beauty that continually inspires her artwork. A passionate lover of animals, nature, dogs, and cats, Jody finds deep connection and creativity in the outdoors. She continues to travel for artistic inspiration, drawing from landscapes, wildlife, and cultures around the world to fuel her visionary paintings.
The Process
Jody Bergsma’s watercolor paintings are renowned for their vibrant color, delicate details, and ethereal quality. Each piece begins as a hand-drawn rough sketch, which is thoughtfully enlarged, refined, and meticulously transferred to high-quality French watercolor paper. Jody uses Winsor & Newton professional watercolor tubes, known for their brilliant pigments and longevity, to bring each image to life with depth and emotion.
In addition to her celebrated watercolors, Jody also creates original acrylic and oil paintings. These works begin with a detailed drawing, applied directly onto wood panels or stretched canvas. Using rich layers of acrylic or oil paints, she builds each scene with texture and intensity, resulting in captivating, gallery-quality artwork.
From concept to completion, every piece is crafted with passion, precision, and premium materials, reflecting Jody Bergsma’s deep commitment to artistic excellence.
