Contemporary Coastal Abstracts
Margaret Juul is a contemporary painter whose fluid, organic waterscapes translate the rhythmic motion of the ocean into healing visual narratives. Based in St. Petersburg and celebrated for her Organic Coastal Series, her textured abstractions blend modern interior aesthetics with a therapeutic intent featured in British Vogue.
Biography
Margaret Juul’s artistry is a lifelong response to the mesmerizing volatility of the ocean. Originally from the NYC Metro area, her perspective was forever altered by a near-death experience at age four, when she was pulled under by a riptide in Miami Beach. That moment, the glistening light piercing through the surf, is the foundation of her renowned Organic Coastal Waterscape Series.
With over 30 years of experience as an art buyer, gallery manager, and interior designer, Margaret transitioned to independent creation full-time in 2014. Her journey is defined by remarkable resilience; after a 2011 workplace accident crushed her hands and wrists, she defied medical predictions by painting her way back to full recovery. Today, she is a high-authority name in the global art market, with over $1,000,000 in print sales and work featured in three consecutive issues of British Vogue.
From collaborative exhibitions with Yoko Ono in Iceland to serving as the American Artist Representative in Baghdad, Margaret’s career highlights reflect her standing as an international heavyweight in the contemporary art scene. Her work is held in celebrity homes, major corporate lobbies, and hospitality venues from London to Beijing, consistently recognized for its ability to "breathe coherence" into any space it occupies.
Education
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Reiki Levels I & II Certification: Healing Today Center, Tampa, FL (2025)
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Certified Arts Therapy Coach: Transformation Academy, Los Angeles, CA (2019)
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Interior Design (Professional Degree): International Academy of Design & Technology (2000)
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BFA in Fine Art: Columbia College, Chicago, IL (1991)
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Illustration & General Education: St. Petersburg College, FL (1988)
Exhibitions
Museum & Major Collaborative Shows
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2020: ARISING (Collaborative Exhibition with Yoko Ono), Reykjavík Art Museum, Iceland
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2019: ARISING (Collaborative Exhibition with Yoko Ono), Phi Foundation, Montreal, Canada
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2008–2011: International Poster Exhibit (American Artist Representative), Iraq Museum, Baghdad
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Selected Artist: New York Hall of Science, Queens, NY
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Featured Artist: Museum of Arts and Sciences, Daytona, FL
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70th Annual FLAG Exhibit: Foosaner Art Museum, Melbourne, FL
International Art Fairs & Galleries
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2025: Art Expo Paris, Carrousel du Louvre, France
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2025: Cologne Art Unframed, Cologne, Germany
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2025: ARTBOX.PROJECT Palma 1.0, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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2023: Swiss Art Expo, Zurich, Switzerland
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2022: Art Expo Venice, Venice Biennale, Italy
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2019: Affordable Art Fair, Metropolitan Pavilion, NYC
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2016: Underwater Worlds, Gabriel Fine Arts, London, UK
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International Venues: Andakulova Gallery (Dubai), Urbanside Gallery (Zurich), and Leslie Galerij (Amsterdam).
Domestic Solo & Group Shows
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2021–Present: Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor, FL (Annual Women of Summer)
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2018: Spirit of Water, Grand Bohemian Gallery, Orlando, FL
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2017–2018: Art Festival Beth-El, St. Petersburg, FL (Diamond Award Winner)
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2014: Turbulent Waters (Solo), ARTicles, St. Petersburg, FL
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2013: Creatives Rising, Times Square, NYC
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2013: Art Takes Miami, Art Basel Miami Beach Art Week, FL
Professional Highlights
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Curated Visibility: One of only 1,000 artists selected worldwide for the initial launch of Art.com.
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Hospitality Design: Custom large-scale panels featured in the lobby of the Grand Hyatt Manchester, San Diego.
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Corporate Collections: Permanent installations at Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Edward Jones (West Palm Beach).
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Published Media: Featured in Florida Design, Aesthetica Magazine, Boston Yacht Club Magazine (Cover), Canvas Rebel, and Voyage Magazine.