Kutz De Jesus
Kristine “Kutz” De Jesus is a Filipina artist, wife, and mother whose creative evolution, which began in 2024, marks a significant departure from her previous two-decade-long corporate career. Known in the digital domain as @whilemykidsaresleeping, Kutz’s foray into intuitive art emerged during the pandemic, sparked by a personal invitation from a friend to share her expressive works. This catalyst led to a pivotal transformation, both personally and professionally, as she shifted from a structured career path to the open, often unpredictable space of full-time artistry.
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Excerpts from Dreh Mendoza's written works for Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
Her Story
Before diving into the world of art, she spent nearly two decades in the corporate scene, armed with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from De La Salle University and a professional license as a CPA. After weaving through multinational companies and the intricacies of finance, project management, service and operations management, a deep desire for creative expression led her to switch gears and pursue a career in art.​​
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Her debut in the gallery world occurred in January 2024, with a contribution to Art Anton’s Fractals group show, a moment that positioned her work within broader artistic discourse. This initial exhibition marked the beginning of a productive and transformative year, which saw Kutz participate in four additional group exhibitions and showcase her work at significant art events such as the Xavier Artfest and The Manila Bang Show. Her first solo exhibition in September 2024 followed by her second solo on January 2025 further solidified her place within the contemporary art scene. Kutz’s practice is defined by its deeply intuitive nature, wherein emotion, spontaneity, and personal experience converge. The works embody a delicate balance between self-expression and the desire to explore the universal dimensions of freedom, identity, and vulnerability.
Her Art
Her work remains a profound interrogation of the tensions between the personal and the universal, offering viewers a compelling space for reflection on the fluidity of identity and the multifaceted roles of artist, wife, and mother. Through this ongoing exploration, Kutz’s art challenges the boundaries of conventional expression, inviting both intellectual engagement and visceral response to the dynamic and transformative power of the creative process.
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Beyond a creative outlet, art has become her meditation—a space to find focus and reconnect with herself on a deeper level. A medium through which focus is found, and self-reconnection on a profound level is attained. Her story is one of transformation, transitioning from corporate presentations to crafting tales of emotions through her artistic endeavors, with colors that bring joy to those who experience her work.
Featured Articles
Smart Parenting
These Beautiful Artworks Were Made By A Mom Of Two 'While My Kids Are Sleeping'
A certified public accountant, Kristine Legaspi-De Jesus aka Kutz is now a stay-at-home mom and artist whose works are now being featured in galleries and exhibits.
By Judy Santiago Aladin | Published Apr 10, 2024
The Artworld Post
Kristine “Kutz” De Jesus: Trusting the Process
Art, for Kutz, is about letting go. It’s about trusting that each brushstroke, each decision, will lead somewhere meaningful. Her paintings reflect that philosophy. They don’t just depict emotions; they embody them.
By The Artworld Post | Published Mar 20, 2025