Reflection on Hope

The Greek tale of Pandora, the first mortal woman, reminds us that we cannot simply peek inside the box and put the lid back on if we don’t like what we find. Where’s the story in that? Pandora’s curiosity came with real consequences. Like Pandora, I am curious. And like Pandora, I carry fears about what might emerge from the boxes in my own life. Ultimately, Pandora’s story is one of hope, and hope feels like a fitting theme to carry into 2026.

The 6th-century BC Greek poet Hesiod wrote that “Hope is the only good god remaining among mankind.”

This year, I hope we:

• create

• solve problems

• choose love

• get curious

• stay present

• laugh

• think for ourselves

• open more boxes 

Wishing you a hopeful new year, and thank you for your support this year.

Hello!

Thank you for being here.

I’m Maria Jewett, an artist and creative professional based in metro Atlanta, GA. This space is where I share my work, process, and ideas. It is a blend of intuition, structure, and curiosity mixed with discipline and discovery.

By day, I work in brand and communications, leading creative strategy and storytelling in a fast-paced corporate environment. Outside of that world, I return to my studio where my practice unfolds through abstraction, movement, and layered mark-making. Painting has become both a counterbalance and a continuation of my professional life.

My work is rooted in exploration. I’m interested in florals, energy, restraint, and what happens when we allow space for imperfection. Some pieces are bold and expansive; others are quieter and unresolved. 

This blog will be a home for reflections on art, creativity, and process. I’ll share studio glimpses, thoughts on balancing creative ambition with real life, and occasional insights from working at the intersection of art, leadership, and design. This is not meant to be polished or prescriptive.

If you’re drawn to work that values presence over perfection, I’m glad you’ve found your way here. Thank you for taking the time to look, read, and stay curious with me.

With love,

 Maria