Get Inspired: Meet the Artist

 Judy Dempsey

Artist Judy Dempsey, owner of Art Explosion of South Florida, finds much of her inspiration below the waters of the Gulf, especially in the tropical reef fish, coral, and game fish. Above the waves, she’s inspired by the beauty in the flowers and animals that inhabit the shoreline. Dempsey began to exercise her artistic talents painting on canvas before being commissioned to paint her first mural for a large hotel chain, for which she received rave reviews, prompting her to start her company, Art Explosion of South Florida. Since opening Art Explosion, Dempsey has painted countless residential and commercial murals – including for the Miami Seaquarium, libraries, hotels, and even the tv show Tanked on Animal Planet – as well as on virtually every type of surface, from canvas to tables to stools and even rugs.

Dempsey’s work has been covered by the Palm Beach Post, the Sun-Sentinel, Marlin Magazine, and Florida Design (and now, Sarasota Scene!). She’s worked in conjunction with the cities of South Florida, as well as taught art appreciation to children in low-income communities.

Dempsey recently relocated to Sarasota, where she’s already left her mark with murals at Amoré Restaurant as well as a handful of residential works.

Most of her work can be viewed at www.artexplosionofsouthflorida.com.