Visual artist Jen Stark transforms patterns of the universe into approachable and engaging works of art.

Drawing upon an ever expanding use of material and technology, Stark allows her aesthetic to transcend all forms of media, ranging from paintings and sculptures, animations and installations, to interactive projections and NFTs.

Recently included as one of Fortune's "NFTy 50," Stark made history in March 2021 as the first female artist to make Foundation's top 10 highest selling NFT creatives. Over the course of her career, Stark's work has been exhibited globally, with major shows and public art installations in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Thailand, and Canada.

Her work is currently held in the collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the West Collection, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, NSU Art Museum, and MOCA Miami, among others. Stark lives and works in Los Angeles, CA.

1. What inspired you to become an artist? I’ve always loved creating things. My grandfather was an artist and he would paint watercolor scenes of things like birds or sailboats. He really helped foster my passion for art. He was a huge inspiration for me becoming an artist.

Growing up, there was this amazing old toy of concentric, rainbow rings that I would always played with at my grandparents house. It was the same toy that my father played with as a child as well. I loved it so much, I inherited it as a reminder of them when they passed. I definitely think this toy helped develop my inspiration of colors & geometric shapes.

2. What was the first artwork you sold? One of the first works I ever sold was a paper sculpture called Burst in 2007. It was a stack of construction paper that was hand cut layer by layer) I was so thrilled that a collector wanted to buy my work.

3. What was the most meaningful piece you created? I’d have to say the most meaningful work I’ve created is ‘Cascade Show’ in NYC last year. It was a 6,000 sq ft immersive exhibit with interactive projections. It took a team to build it and it was incredible to have so many people come see it and play inside the art. I’ll be traveling the show to Los Angeles next year which I’m very excited about!

4. Share your experience creating the Clock. Being able to paint my oozing, vibrant colors on such a historic antique was so much fun. I’ve been painting on flat surfaces for years now and it was a joy to be able to paint on something more 3-dimensional. It actually gave me other ideas for more sculptural paintings I’d like to do in the near future. I’m really happy with how the project came out.

Clock includes this NFT and 90 minutes of visual video art featuring 50 artists captured by Benzi.