Discover the Art and Story of Jolene DuBray
Based in Jacksonville, FL, I create personal, reflective artwork that channels raw, emotional experiences through bold colors, intricate textures, and gilded details. My work often transforms challenging themes, drawing the viewer into a space of introspection. Beyond my studio, I bring my art to life through live events celebrating creativity with a wider audience.
Jolene DuBray is a visual artist and community creator based in Jacksonville, Florida. Much of her work is rooted in narrative and symbolism, drawing from history, folklore, and personal mythology. Working primarily in oil, watercolor, and book arts, she creates richly detailed paintings that invite close looking and emotional engagement.
Jolene’s compositions often unfold like quiet allegories, filled with recurring motifs, lush textures, and gilded surfaces that contribute to the subtle tensions between beauty and unease. Her interest lies in the visual language of storytelling: how we communicate memory, identity, and transformation through imagery and symbolism.
She holds a BFA in Fine Arts and a BA in Art History from Flagler College. Jolene has exhibited in solo and group shows throughout the region.
Community Work
Alongside her studio practice, Jolene is deeply engaged in fostering creative community through live art and collaborative programming. She frequently performs live painting at cultural events, music shows, and charity events, blending fine art with shared experience. Her events often bring together artists, musicians, and audiences to blur the line between art-making and gathering, reinforcing the idea that art is not just something to look at, but something to be part of
Residency at Solune Coffee
Jolene is currently the artist-in-residence at Solune Coffee in Jacksonville, Florida. There, she organizes and hosts weekly figure study sessions that celebrate body diversity and artistic experimentation, helping create a welcoming and inspiring space for artists and models alike. The residency also offers opportunities for live painting, community events, and ongoing dialogue between art and everyday life.