Gina Julian is a hard-edge abstract painter exploring energy and motion through the use of flat color. She has long been fascinated by the effects of color on the human psyche and enjoys exploring the emotions that varying colors can evoke according to hue, saturation, and value. Her color palettes are often experiments in the interaction of color and how the perception of color can be altered depending on its surroundings. Julian classifies her work as Optical Art. She uses color variations to suggest movement in her works, often giving the viewer multiple perspectives on the direction of her crisp lines. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Julian has over 20 years of art direction, publishing, and web development experience under her belt. She has a love of interior design and wholeheartedly believes in the positive impact of living with art and experiencing it on a daily basis. Julian now enjoys painting full-time from her studio in Franklin, Tennessee.