Bio

Jaden Kyung-Moon Bauch

Jaden Kyung-Moon Bauch is a Maine based oil painter with a focus on depicting meticulously detailed and atmospheric scenes. Her work predominantly explores themes of economics, markets, and the American dream, expressed through landscape and still life. She is currently a senior Painting major at Maine College of Art & Design with an expected graduation in May 2025.

Jaden's commitment to the arts has been recognized through several accolades, including the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant, the Albert K Murray Fine Arts Educational Grant, and the Anna Orbeton Endowed Scholarship.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Jaden is passionate about financial planning, particularly for artists and creative individuals. She has passed the Series 65 exam and is currently employed in the finance industry. Jaden is working to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and provide specialized financial guidance to artists, helping them achieve their financial goals and sustain their creative practices.

Her dual expertise in finance and art informs her unique approach to painting, blending her understanding of financial systems with her artistic practice. Jaden’s ultimate goal is to bridge the gap between creative fields and financial empowerment.