Josie Smart is a non-binary, Queens based artist who was born and raised in Western New York. They graduate from PACE University in May of 2021 with a BA in art history and a double minor in fine art and history. Through creating portrait series of obfuscated figures, Josie explores the relationship between self and society in a binary system - mainly looking to the schisms and dissonances that exist between the internal/external self. Aside from working on their personal projects, Josie looks to work collaboratively with other artists and to fore into the world of art, literature, and design.
In their spare time, Josie enjoys visiting parks, reading, and baking for friends and family.