Artist Statement

With roots deep in the worlds of theatre and music, I approach visual art as performance by proxy. With the universe as everything’s playing space, there are fascinating scenes occurring on every level, all around us at every moment. Writing, designing and staging these moments with intense detail holds each selected experience in an act of visual listening. Once the scenes are workshopped, built and rehearsed, the artworks are ready for their true purpose: interaction with an audience. Emotions exchanged. Ideas discussed. Discoveries explored. These pursuits are not dissimilar to the drivers of scientists. Humanity, science, art -- let us explore together.

About the Artist

Juliet Drake Hossain obtained a B.F.A. in Performance from Hofstra University in 2002, and professionally acted until the birth of her two children. As an Air Force spouse, she was afforded eclectic experiences while living in the Washington, D.C. area, New York City, Phoenix, San Antonio, Tokyo, Delaware and southern New Jersey. Juliet now works out of her studio in historic downtown Frederick, Maryland, where her favorite tools are her paintbrushes and her Glowforge laser cutter. She is endlessly inspired by her vibrant children, her travels and her theatrical background, and is now focusing on the contemplation of self through the bridging of art and science. She seeks to explore our relationships with each other, and within the cosmos and the laws of nature. Juliet stuffs her pockets with big dreams and invites you along for the journey.

Welcome to Juliet’s Balcony.

Memberships

Women’s Caucus for Art, D.C. Chapter

Maryland Federation of Art

Frederick Arts Council

Delaplaine Arts Center

Frederick County Art Association

Weinberg Center for the Arts