About Gladys James Art

Welcome to Gladys James Art, where art imitates the little joys of life. Gladys James Art features a collection of original artwork, prints, paintings, and jewelry (pottery coming soon) by founder, artist, and art therapist Jennifer McSparron, MA, LPC, ATR-BC. Jennifer strives to portray the colorful and whimsical spirit of her imagination through her art and encourage others to create something everyday. Jennifer is often inspired by nature and she hopes to provide an easy and enjoyable shopping experience for art enthusiasts and collectors. 

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Gladys James Art was inspired by Jennifer's great-grandparents: Gladys and James. Gladys and James were married for 64 years when James passed away in 2005. In 2023, Gladys turned 100 years old. Gladys and James' love for each other, family, and the simple things inspire Jennifer to slow down, create art, find balance, and enjoy life.

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Jennifer McSparron, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, received her bachelor degrees in Psychology and Fine Art: Visual Art from Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD, and her graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy from Antioch University Seattle in Seattle, WA. Jennifer’s post-graduate work includes working with public schools, adult hospital settings, addiction treatment, and crisis intervention. Jennifer wants everyone to know that art therapy is for everyone. Jennifer has worked with children as young as 6 and adults of all ages. Everyone can benefit from the healing power of art. Jennifer enjoys being connected to her community and serves on the Dallas Art Therapy Board of Directors as the Board President and the NTATA Board as the Government Liaison and Assembly of Chapter's Representative. Jennifer maintains her own art-making practice through painting and mixed-media works.

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Interested in art therapy with Jennifer click here.