About Jack

Jack is a fine artist who loves capturing the beauty and spirit of people, animals and landscapes. Using paints or Panpastels in an impressionist style, he creates artwork that blends texture with vibrant color, giving each piece a sense of movement and atmosphere. Whether it’s the shimmer of water, the glow of a summer sky, or the quiet presence of a lion, Jack’s work reflects his deep appreciation for the natural world.

Jack determined at the age of six that he would be an artist. This was only after he learned his first choice of growing up to be a bear was not possible. His earliest influences were the art of Disney, Looney Toons and Mad magazine. When he was 12 he would regularly cut the lawn for his neighbor Mrs. Brown, an elderly widow and retired Art History professor. She frequently encouraged him to explore more art like that of the Renaissance or the Impressionist movement.

He graduated from Columbus College of Art & Design in 1983 to pursue a hectic and prolific career as an illustrator creating art for a number of clients. He worked as an independent illustrator in St. Louis, Missouri for more than 30 years using both traditional and digital tools to create art for advertising and publishing.

In recent years Jack has been revisiting his skills as a fine artist working with oils, acrylics, pastels, charcoal and graphite. Over time, he has developed a style that feels warm, inviting, and full of life. His paintings aren’t just about what you see in nature, but how it feels — the peace of a woodland trail, the energy of a bird taking flight, or the quiet intensity of a face. He enjoys creating art that connects with people on a personal level, sparking memories and emotions that remind us of the beauty all around us.

Today, Jack shares his art online with collectors and art lovers from all over. His goal is simple: to bring a little bit of the natural world into people’s homes and lives. Each painting is a way to slow down, breathe, and enjoy those fleeting moments of beauty that inspire him every day. He’s the father of 5 children and the grandfather of 5 grandchildren and he currently lives in St. Peters, Missouri with his lovely wife Deb.