Marijoy Jatico

Hello!

Hello! My name is Marijoy Jatico. I grew up in Hawaiʻi and graduated from James Campbell High School. I then attended Leeward Community College, where I earned my AA in Liberal Arts. My passion for creative art led me to pursue a degree in Creative Media at UH West Oʻahu. Beyond my love for art and design, I consider myself a serial hobbyist, I’m always exploring something new. Whether it’s video games, working out, cooking, learning languages, or traveling, I find joy in exploration and continuous learning. If I were an artist's tool, I would be a sketchbook. A sketchbook is a space for experimentation, exploration, and growth, always open to new ideas without fear of imperfection. Like a sketchbook, I’m constantly learning, trying new things, and evolving through each experience.

Research Topic: Ancient Mythology and Modern Visual Art

Research Question: How do modern visual art techniques and digital platforms reimagine mythology and folklore to bridge cultural divides and engage broader audiences?

Abstract:

This research explores how contemporary visual art reimagines mythology to bridge cultural divides and promote cultural literacy in a globalized world. By utilizing modern mediums such as graphic novels, video games, digital illustrations, and films, artists reinterpret ancient narratives, making them accessible and relevant to modern audiences. The study examines examples such as Rachel Smythe's Lore Olympus, James Jean's Seven Phases, and video games like God of War, which merge traditional mythological themes with modern storytelling and aesthetics. It also highlights the role of digital platforms and social media in broadening access to these reinterpretations, creating cross-cultural exchange, and inspiring new generations and audiences to engage with ancient myths. Through the fusion of traditional and modern techniques, artists not only preserve these stories but offer new perspectives on universal themes like identity, heroism, and community. This evolving interplay between mythology and art underscores its enduring significance, ensuring these narratives remain a vital part of cultural discourse and creative expression.

Capstone Project: Self Study

Project Title: Mythic Moon Lore

Capstone Proposal:

CREATIVE PROCESS:

The concept of creativity has come a long way. The Old Greeks would call those creative forces muses, other religions referred to them as God. Today people still mostly treat creativity as an aha moment outside the area of influence. However, just by looking at the creative process one can tell, that creativity and creative work is more than just that one "Aha-Moment" (insight). It is clear that generating ideas demands planning and preparation, identifying something of interest like a problem, an opportunity or a challenge, doing research. This then leads to thinking of a solution, allowing time to incubate and iterations before arriving at something “complete.” Students learn that hard work is what makes their ideas come to life and sticktuiveness is what helps them get better.

DELIVERABLE:

Marijoy brings ancient stories into the now with a self-study that reimagines mythology through contemporary visual art. Inspired by her research on how modern artists use graphic novels, video games, and digital illustrations to reinterpret myth, Marijoy created a series of original artworks that fuse legendary narratives with fresh, modern aesthetics. Drawing from examples like Lore Olympus, God of War, and the works of James Jean, her project explores how mythology can transcend cultural and generational divides—offering new ways to reflect on identity, heroism, and belonging in a globalized world.

Old tales, new visions. Marijoy Paints the Myth Reborn. Visit her project site!

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