Artist Statement
Art is the language through which I explore the cycles of change, the pursuit of self-discovery, and the strength found in adversity. My work delves into the profound beauty of transformation—a process that dismantles the old to create space for something new. Whether through layers of texture, shifts in color, or evolving forms, I aim to capture the essence of growth as both a personal and universal journey.
Resilience is at the heart of my creative process. Each piece I create emerges from a dialogue with challenges, reflecting the strength that arises when we confront the unexpected. The imperfections, scars, and layered complexities in my art serve as a testament to the human capacity to adapt and thrive.
Through my work, I seek to inspire others to embrace change—not as a moment of loss but as an opportunity for reinvention and renewal. Transformation, for me, is not just a theme but a way of life, and my art is a celebration of its enduring power.
This ongoing exploration fuels my passion to create spaces where viewers can reflect on their own stories of growth and resilience. My art invites them to find strength in vulnerability and beauty in the journey of becoming.
Najja Elon is an interdisciplinary creative based in Orlando, Florida.
Exhibitions
2024: Styling Identities Zine. The Wadsworth Museum of Art, Hartford, Connecticut.
2021: SCAD Fall Open Studio. Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia.
2021: Group Exhibition. Gullah Art Gallery and Museum, Beaufort, South Carolina
2021: A Return To… Sulfur Studios, Savannah, Georgia
2021: Untold Black Stories in Contemporary Art. Jacoby Arts Center, Alton, Illinois.
2021: SCAD Spring Open Studio. Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, Georgia.
2021: Artists Quarterly Exhibition. Augusta Regional Airport, Augusta, Georgia
2020: Misogynoir and other Synonyms. Sulfur Studios, Savannah, Georgia.
2020: SCAD Fall Open Studio. Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, Georgia.
Press