julie sneed

Julie Sneed is a distinguished contemporary artist based in Kansas whose work has gained international recognition. Born and raised on a cattle ranch, Sneed's upbringing has profoundly influenced her artistic vision.

She holds a B.S. from the prestigious A.Q. Miller School of Journalism at Kansas State University, with a concentration in advertising and secondary focuses in geography and studio art. After a successful career in advertising and journalism, Sneed transitioned to full-time artistry in 2015. Her unique background has enabled her to create a distinctive style that merges her rural roots with contemporary aesthetics. 

Sneed’s work, which often features figurative and abstract paintings of livestock and agricultural themes, has been lauded for its innovative use of various media, textures and muted colors. Her artistic prowess has earned her inclusion in Saatchi Art’s “Best of 2017” selection by Chief Curator Rebecca Wilson, and her pieces are housed in notable private and corporate collections worldwide, including the Starbucks Corp.