about the work

My abstract pieces are crafted with acrylic, oil, fiber, plaster, gold leaf, and other mixed media, blending bold, modern colors with dynamic textures and shapes. I use straight-edged, smooth surfaces alongside curved, textured forms and scribbled lines, creating intriguing contrasts and visual tension.

Each work begins with sketches and palette selection, followed by layering paint to build depth and perspective. I embrace the unpredictable movement of paint, allowing drips and irregularities to add rhythm and spontaneity. Mixed media—plaster, fibers, gold leaf, and modeling paste—enhances the canvas with texture and dimension. By constantly shifting the canvas between easel and floor, I paint from different angles, letting gravity guide the flow.

Abstract art, to me, is about inviting personal interpretation. Each viewer experiences the work differently, discovering their own feelings and stories within the piece. My hope is that you step into the painting and let it lead you on a journey of imagination and exploration.

about the artist

Aida Jones, based in Maplewood, NJ, is a seasoned artist who honed her craft at New York’s Art Students League and the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in NYC. In addition to her artistic practice, she is an experienced educator, teaching painting and drawing to adult students. Aida has served as Artistic Director for the Monroe Center for the Arts in Hoboken, NJ, and has contributed her expertise as a curator, board member, art director, and consultant for numerous arts programs across New Jersey.

One of her specialties is collaborating with interior designers and home décor enthusiasts to create bespoke works tailored to specific spaces. Her art has been featured in group and solo exhibitions throughout NY and NJ and is held in private collections.