Josie Marlyn Gomez (b. Duarte, CA) is a San Diego and Los Angeles-based artist whose work dives into the complexities of reclamation. Approaching her practice through a distinct psychological lens, she confronts the breaking of generational cycles and identity.
Her compositions are anchored by communicative, vulnerable figures and rich pattern blocks. Interwoven throughout these narratives is a central recurring floral motif, a symbol that acts as the ultimate resilience of the human psyche.
In addition to her studio practice, Gomez hosts Talking Club, a collaborative workshop series where participants explore creative expression and connect with themselves through painting and writing.
Gomez holds a B.A. from California State University, Long Beach. Her work has been exhibited across Southern California, including the Oceanside Museum of Art, Centro Cultural de la Raza, and Stay Studio.