Don’t try to pidgeon-hole Jennifer Johnson—or her art. Her subjects are varied, but her goal with each is the same: to celebrate the past. She captures nature’s vibrancy with bright, bold colors, pays tribute to the charm of the 1930s and 1940s, and shares her love of wildlife.
“All of my paintings have a story from my own experiences, stories told to me by my parents and grandparents and even people I meet at art events who share their adventures,” Johnson says. “When it feels right in a piece, I love to include a touch of whimsy and humor because everyone needs a reason to smile.”
Simply put, Johnson follows her heart and paints what she loves. At one point, several years ago, she didn’t do that and regretted it. That incident occurred when she acquiesced and painted what art show officials wanted her to paint. Later, while visiting with award-winning artist George Hallmark, she told him what she had done.
Read the full article in the September/October 2024 issue.
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