Christina Justiz Roush (b. 1986, New York) is a sculptor and interdisciplinary artist whose work explores themes of transformation, archetypal symbolism, and the interplay between the sacred and the material. She earned her degree from Sarah Lawrence College, concentrating in visual arts and religious philosophy. Justiz’s practice is deeply informed by an encyclopedic knowledge of occult traditions—including astrology, tarot, numerology, and alchemical texts—woven together with influences from contemporary fashion and the art of adornment. Her work exists at the intersection of art, ritual, and personal mythology, seeking to evoke universal truths—recognizing that if something exists within one, in its purest essence, it exists within all.
Plaster serves as the foundation of Justiz’s sculptural practice, acting both as a raw material and a conceptual anchor. Whether casting the human form or building through freeform expression, plaster embodies a sense of fluidity and permanence. This is followed by a channeled drawing, layers of painting, and a protective coating of natural shellac, derived from the resinous secretions of lac beetles. The final stage involves the meticulous adornment of the sculpture with crystals and gemstones, elevating the piece to a physical representation of the transcendent. This layered process is meditative and intentional, with each step approached as a ritual of devotion.
First gaining recognition for her high-profile custom commissions, including pregnancy sculptures and family crests, Justiz has exhibited in multiple solo and group exhibitions across the United States. Her work has been featured in Atmos Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, MTV Voices, among others. Justiz currently lives and works in Ojai, California, with her husband, two children, and their Jack Russell Terrier, Spot.
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