Let Go Print

Julio Desmont is a Vermont-based visual artist whose journey began in his early childhood in Haiti, where he was inspired by the vibrant imagery of trogon birds and the colorful, decorative public transportation known as Taptaps. Influenced by renowned artists such as Jean Michel Basquiat, Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Pablo Picasso, and Georgia O’Keeffe, His background, starting from his vibrant childhood, clearly influences his unique modernist style. By blending deep, vivid colors with dynamic lines and shapes, Desmont’s work doesn’t just capture attention—it resonates deeply, evoking joy and emotional response. When painting he gets to play with the universe. Diving into the dark womb of chaos pulling out structures and order. He seeks to cultivate exactly the right amount of order, unable to undo all the lines, colors. As a result, each of his pieces embodied a soul. He grows alongside his art, and each piece feels alive. Desmont is passionate about education and community engagement. His dedication to education and community involvement is remarkable. Partnering with local schools and the Clemmons Family Farm, Desmont fosters creativity and supports young artists, which is essential for nurturing new talent. His outreach to older adults through tailored workshops and activities further underscores his commitment to making art an inclusive and enriching experience for all ages. His approach to engaging with different age groups is particularly noteworthy. For seniors, activities like "Color and Mood" are not only therapeutic but also help in fostering communication and emotional expression, which can be incredibly valuable. The idea of combining painting with spoken word and creating abstract cards is a fantastic way to stimulate creativity and bring joy to participants. His workshops, whether they involve “Painting from your window with spoken word” or creating abstract cards with elders, showcase his innovative and empathetic approach to art. Desmont’s work and outreach programs are a testament to his belief in art as a universal language that connects and uplifts people across different walks of life.