BIOGRAPHY

Born in North Dakota in 1979, Alicia Jones grew up in the rugged landscapes of southern Colorado after her family made a bold move at the age of four—arriving in a horse-drawn wagon. This unique and formative experience, along with spending countless hours immersed in nature, profoundly shaped Alicia’s artistic perspective. The wide-open spaces, desert vistas, and wildlife of the American Southwest continue to inform her work to this day, merging her deep love for the outdoors with a nuanced exploration of the human condition.

Alicia’s academic journey began at Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in both art and art education. She later pursued a master’s degree in art with an emphasis on sculpture, solidifying her technical and conceptual approach to her craft. Over the past 15 years, Alicia has been dedicated to her artistic practice, balancing various creative projects before transitioning into her full-time career as a working sculptor. This shift allows her to immerse herself fully in her studio practice and the development of new work.

Currently based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Alicia’s art reflects both her rural upbringing and her deep connection to the natural world. Her sculpture has been displayed in several public art programs, with pieces featured in parks and streetscapes, inviting the community to engage with her art in everyday spaces. Notably, she created a large-scale installation for the Creede Repertory Theater, where her work transformed the theater’s space and narrative.

Alicia’s artistic process begins with sketching her ideas, followed by the creation of a ceramic prototype. After firing the sculpture, she makes a mold and brings the piece to life using the lost-wax casting method, ultimately creating intricate and expressive bronze works. This process reflects her intuitive and hands-on approach to artmaking, allowing her to explore both emotional and intellectual themes in her work.

Inspired by the natural world, Alicia spends much of her time outdoors—hiking, exploring, and observing the landscapes and wildlife that inform her art. At the same time, her work is deeply personal, drawing from her inner emotional landscape to express her thoughts, experiences, and reflections on the world around her.

Today, Alicia is fully immersed in her practice, creating evocative sculptures that challenge the viewer to explore their own emotional connections to nature, humanity, and the world. Her work continues to evolve, shaped by both her experiences in the Southwest and her ongoing connection to the natural environment.