Since 2002, Austin based artist Jana Swec has created a body of work that has appeared in gallery exhibitions around the U.S.

Jana has developed a notable style and an enthusiastic presence in her local art community, not only as a prolific creator but also as a devoted advocate for the visual arts in Texas. She has also executed large-scale murals for public art and architecture throughout Central Texas. 

After receiving her BFA at the School of Visual Arts in 2001, Jana co-founded and maintained a board position at Big Medium from 2002-2023.

Big Medium, an arts organization that curated programs such as the Austin Studio Tour, the Texas Biennial (a survey of Texas Art) also hosted many exhibitions all over Texas and in its own gallery at The Canopy complex located in the eastside arts district.

Big Medium is the culmination of 25 years of collaboration between Jana and fellow artists Shea Little and Joseph Phillips. Their journey began with the conversion of warehouses in East Austin into a thriving live/work studio complex known as Bolm Studios.

The three colleagues went on to form SODALITAS Art Group, which created collaborative work addressing environmental and social issues. They incorporated this work into DIY art exhibitions and permanent installations.

In its first year, the ambitious group invited 28 other creatives to participate in an open house event and the East Austin Studio Tour was born. Now known as the Austin Studio Tour, it continues to host the arts with over 500 participants annually.

Recognizing the enthusiasm from the public as well as the need for arts awareness, the non-Profit, Big Medium officially launched in 2007, to promote the visual arts in Texas and advocate for the Arts community worldwide.

Since 2016 Jana has focused exclusively on refining her own style and exploring her unique voice.