

Shari Pedowitz is an abstract artist who sees the world as her canvas — bold, alive, and irresistibly inspiring. Since 1987, this self-taught visionary has been creating expressive, passionate works that hum with energy, joy, and seduction. Known for her daring use of vibrant colors, hidden imagery, and titles that invite curiosity, Shari’s art beckons you to lean in, look closer, and feel deeper, all through a lens that’s both whimsical and sensual. With over 1400 captivating creations, her work has graced prestigious exhibitions, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and is part of permanent collections at the University of Delaware. Shari’s creative brilliance extends beyond the canvas, with a collection of accessories, clothing, home goods, stationery, and luxurious textiles — inviting you to immerse yourself in her world of vibrant, sensual expression every day.
Key Solo Exhibitions
2016 Healing Waters: Abstract Art by Shari Pedowitz, Township of Hanover Cultural Arts' Committee's Art on the Wall, Whippany, NJ
2014 Paintings On The F.M. Station: Abstract Art by Shari Pedowitz, The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Key Group Exhibitions
2010 Tisch Galleries, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
2008 Arts In The Park Festival, Historic Smithville Park, Eastampton, NJ
1996 Black Arts Festival, Center for Black Culture, The University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Key Commissions
2024 Private commission, textile pattern
2017 Private commission, logos, digital art, 5 x 7 inches
2017 Private commission, textile pattern
2014 Private commission, invitations, digital art, 5 x 7 inches
2012 Private commission, invitations, paintings and digital art, 5 x 7 inches
2008 Private commission, Rest Here, acrylic and watercolor on canvas, 14 x 18 inches
1998 Private commission, Sky Of Carnations, acrylic on canvas, 11 x 14 inches
Collections
Department of Anthropology, The University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Solebury School, New Hope, PA
Works held in private collections in the United States
Shari is also an award-winning, published poet of more than 400 poems. Her rhythmic poetry varies in style and is marked by very strong imagery.
Highlights
"Most Valuable," published in Art Blooms booklet
Poet, Art Blooms, Cherry Hill, NJ, 2007 and 2008
“Drained,” published on Nola.com, 2005
Poet, Annual Poets’ Invitational, Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ, 2004 and 2005