Sydney Lemmon is a representational painter whose work blends vibrant colors with whimsical subject matter. Currently based in Texas, Sydney was born and raised in Fort Collins, Colorado where she developed her skills in traditional drawing and painting. With her mom being a high school pottery teacher, she was exposed to the arts at a very young age. By the age of 15 she received American Visions Award for drawing and then by 18 she received a National Silver Medal from Scholastics Art and Writing.   

Her artistic journey began with a fascination for color theory and the emotional impact of light and shadow, which continues to influence her work today. Whether portraying expressive animals or playful abstractions of ordinary objects, Sydney Lemmon creates captivating images that spurs curiosity in the viewer.

About Me

Artist Statement

Ranging from expressive depictions of cats to abstract interpretations of lemons, my work embraces a wide spectrum of subjects. This diversity reflects my passion for exploring the interplay between the ordinary and the unexpected to convey a story. I aim to create a whimsical yet familiar experience that draws viewers in, leaving them with a sense of wonder and curiosity.

Why are the cats screaming? Why is there a lemon? What does this combination signify? These questions linger in the minds of my audience, sparking deeper engagement with the artwork.

Guided by the principle that shadows are cool and highlights are warm, I employ a diverse palette to create harmony and tension through these elements.  My interpretation of color is unique in the sense that I use the color yellow as a unifying foundation. Infusing each painting with vibrancy and cohesion, the subjects flow seamlessly together in a collective body. My ultimate goal is to evoke curiosity, joy, and a renewed appreciation for representational painting in a contemporary setting.

Awards and Exhibitions

Best in Traditional Flatwork • Viza-go-go (2024) – Traditional Flatwork

Best in Traditional Flatwork • Viza-go-go (2023) – Traditional Flatwork

Best in Videogame Design • Viza-go-go (2023) – 3D Digital Game

SRISA Gallery of Contemporary Art Florence, Italy: Exhibition Spring (2024)

Wright Gallery FRESH FORWARD II: Annual PVFA & SOA Student Exhibition (2023)

2nd Place Winner • MSC Gallery ArtFest (2023) – Oil Painting

People’s Favorite • MSC Gallery ArtFest (2022) – Drawing & Illustration

Visualization Department Scholarship (2024)

Silver Medal • National Scholastics Award (2021) – Drawing & Illustration

Gold Key • Scholastics Award (2021) – Drawing & Illustration

Honorable Mention • Scholastics Award (2021) – 3D Multimedia

“Best Teen Art 2021” Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Publication – April 2021

Colorado Art Educator’s Association Award and Scholarship (2021)

Sid Richardson Memorial Scholarship (2021 – Current)

Fall Show Visualization (2021) • 2D Design, Various Pieces

Fall Show Visualization (2022) • Life Drawing & Painting, Various Pieces

Fall Show Visualization (2024) • Life Drawing & Painting, Various Pieces

Viza-go-go Spring (2022) • 3D Design & Drawing, Various Pieces

Viza-go-go Spring (2023) • 3D Design & Drawing, Various Pieces

Viza-go-go Spring (2024) • 3D Design & Painting, Various Pieces

Gold Key • Scholastics Award (2019) – Drawing & Illustration

American Visions Award • Scholastics Art and Writing (2019) – Drawing & Illustration

Gold Key • Scholastics Award (2018) – Drawing & Illustration

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