Alexandra Breaux is a Miami-based artist currently pursuing her MFA in painting at Florida International University. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Art with a minor in Art History from the same institution in 2020. Born in New Orleans in 1998, Alexandra's life took a significant turn when Hurricane Katrina devastated the city in 2005, forcing her family to relocate. Art became a way for her to process these early life experiences, with oil painting offering a medium for reflection and introspection.
Her work often draws on old and current family photographs to explore her deep connection to both her childhood and her New Orleans roots. Through fluid brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette, Alexandra infuses her personal history into each piece, making these elements a defining part of her creative identity.
"“My practice is deeply rooted in the exploration of memory and identity. Growing up in Miami after being displaced from my hometown of New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina was a culture shock for me. This longing for home has never left my side, so I began painting my childhood reminisces, recreating what felt necessary to start my next body of work focusing on Miami landscapes."
