Born and raised in Raleigh, JAMIE LYNN MOORE has always been an artist. From a young age she found art to be exciting, challenging and fulfilling. Drawing and painting provided her comfort and she worked diligently to improve her skills through classes and lessons. She continued to pursue art in college and earned her BFA, and a North Carolina Teaching License from Meredith College. She began teaching in the NC public school system while also obtaining her National Boards for Professional Teaching Standards, and a MAEd in Art Education from East Carolina University.
There were two major experiences in Moore’s life that truly altered her journey and defined her perspective, spirit, and future. The year she lost her best friend unexpectedly was the first one. Processing through this tragedy taught her how fragile, short, and precious life is. The experience awakened a need in her to make the most of each day. Her eyes were opened to how fleeting and unpredictable life can be.
In 2023 another experience happened: her 6-year old son was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, and gained his angel wings in November. She feels blessed she was able to be by his side every day during his intense 10-month treatment. Her current body of work expresses so much of this journey and the feelings she felt that she struggles to find words for. Although Mason is in Heaven, he continues to be her biggest inspiration and the greatest teacher she has ever had.
Moore believes art is essential, powerful, and should be accessible to all. Because of this she aims to bring beauty and meaning into the world with her work, and encourage others to find their voice. She is proud to be a high school art teacher and has been teaching and mentoring young artists for over 15 years, sharing her passion and inspiration to younger generations.
