More Than a Portrait

Painter Jen Sweeney creates soulful animal portraits, often commissioned as memorials for beloved pets. In this slow, considered conversation, Jen reflects on her influences, her connection with nature, and why authenticity matters in art.

Connect with Jen at:

https://www.jensweeneyart.com

https://www.instagram.com/jensweeney_art/

https://www.facebook.com/jensweeneyart/

Chapters

00:00 – Intro

01:33 – Jen's practice

09:26 – Painting pet portraits as memorial

13:35 – Balancing sketching with family and career

15:43 – Connection through giving art as gifts

18:27 – Capturing a pet’s personality

22:21 – The importance of authenticity

31:18 – Getting close to nature

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About The ConnectCurateCreate Podcast

We share inspiring stories of artists, creatives and communities making a difference in Tasmania and beyond. Each episode dives into the creative process, career journeys, and the places that shape them.

Whether you’re an artist, maker, creative professional, or simply curious about how people bring ideas to life through the things they make, you’ll find something here to spark your own creativity.

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• ​How artists & makers build their creative careers
• ​Life and work in Tasmania, Australia
• ​Creative process and inspiration
• ​Stories of art, culture, and community

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🎧 We also produce short films that we call StoryLabs — check out our YouTube playlist here: https://bit.ly/StoryLabs_On_YouTube

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🌱 CCC is based in lutruwita/Tasmania, working regionally and beyond.

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Music by Noosa Sound System.

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