About Judy Hatlen: Judy Hatlen creates awe-inspiring paintings that celebrate the diverse and miraculous beauty that exists in our natural world. Through her art she conveysher bouyant, optimistic philosophy and joie de vivre.
Smooth flowing forms, and a symphonic harmony of vibrant colors are a few of her many superb stylistic attributes. Her unique creative vision is rooted in classical realism fused with contemporary elements.
Artwork Shown Here is From Judy’s Portfolio/Series: “Nature’s Most Fragile Elements”
Price Range: $20-$2,000 (prints and originals are available)
All rights reserved. Do not reproduce images without the artist’s permission.
Judy creates ebullient paintings of flowers, butterflies and birds with their exquisite details and textures that enliven our senses. Her euphoric rural landscapes transport us to idealized realms of ease, calm and nostalgia. Resplendent sundrenched panoramic views expand our positive perspective. Her portraits of people, animals, and wildlife evoke an impenetrable loving charm and affection.
It is no surprise that Judy’s artworks, including commissioned customized pieces, are in many private collections throughout the United States.
Judy’s many one-person exhibitions include UWHospital,Madison, Wi, and Hedberg Public Library, Janesville. She is a regular participant in Janesville Art League exhibits, and local art fairs.
In keeping with her passion for art in health care settings, her art has been exhibited in several health care facilities in Southern Wisconsin.
Judy’s art has also been featured in many juried online international exhibitions. She was selected for the Manhattan Arts International “Love, Peace, Unity & Hope” 2025 Invitational Online Exhibition and the Manhattan Arts International “HerStory” exhibition in 2023.
It was also included in “The Healing Power of Art Inspired by Nature” 2024 Invitational Exhibition on this website.
Her art was also selected for “Open”, a juried competition and online exhibition presented by the international online gallery, “Colors of Humanity”, 2025.
Judy attended UW-Whitewater from 1973-1977. She graduated Cum Laude with a BSE in Art Education.
She taught art in both private and public school settings, going to work full-time in 1990 and retiring from the Janesville School System in 2017 to focus on creating her own art on a fulltime basis.
Judy Hatlen’s Artist’s Statement: I choose subjects that give me a sense of peace, and stir up positive memories. Through my detailed views of nature’s more fragile elements, I encourage the viewer to slow down, observe, and marvel at the intricacy of God’s creation. The fleeting beauty of nature, that belongs to a certain time of year, and then disappears into the circle of life is magnified and made somewhat permanent in my art. My images of rural life are an invitation to come away from the rush of modern life, perhaps enjoy a sunset, and feel the peace of a life lived close to the land. All of my art is an encouragement to pause, observe, ponder, or imagine.
Fascinating Facts About Judy: While traveling between schools in the Janesville District, I became the first art teacher in the area to video record my art demonstrations up close, and project them on the big screen to make sure they could be clearly seen by students. You-tube channel: “Judy’s Art Projects for All Ages”.
Visit Judy Hatlen’s Website: judysartco.com
Join Judy Hatlen on Social Media:
Facebook.com/judysartisticcreations
Instagram.com/judyhatlen
Thank you for inviting me to join this online gallery! It means a lot to me. Great job assembling my page, as well.
Dear Judy,
I am honored and delighted that you accepted my invitation to join the online gallery.
I just scheduled our first members promotion on social media!
Looking forward to sharing a wonderful year with you.
All the best of success to you,
Renee