This month’s featured artist
James Jennings
“James Jennings is an artist living in Vernon British Columbia. He is an artist working primarily in oil paint. James is driven by a passion for capturing the essence of his subjects and conveying their unique personalities and emotions through his art.
Using oil paints, he aims to bring these observations to life on canvas, layering colour, texture, and brushwork to create a dynamic and engaging works. He pays close attention to the play of light and shadow, utilizing chiaroscuro with abstraction techniques to add depth and dimensionality to his subjects.
His goal is not merely to create a realistic likeness, but to capture the essence of his subject’s personality and inner world. He strives to convey their emotions and spirit through the composition, colour, and texture of the painting, creating a work of art that not only captures their likeness but also evokes a powerful emotional response in the viewer.”
