About Me
Jeffrey Smith at work in the studio
Hi there. I’m Jeffrey Smith. A painter, teacher, and general artsy guy living in Saint Paul.
My Short History
One of my earliest memories is sitting on the kitchen floor and drawing for hours on end. We had a huge coffee can full of crayons. I used to dig through it looking for just the right color to draw on a fresh sheet of typing paper. My mother tells me that I used to do this for hours almost every day, right after watching Mr. Rogers on PBS.
Though I’m still living in St. Paul, Minnesota, I have moved up from those crayons and typing paper, and on to oil paint and pastel.
I’m a graduate of The Atelier Studio Program of Fine Art in Minneapolis. After completing The Atelier’s four year program, I’ve been invited to come back and teach.
This website focuses on what’s being created on my easel and what ‘s new in my studio. It shares a look at my artistic world–hopefully inspiring some creativity and artistry in your world. More of my work can be seen under the portfolio tab on this site.
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Yeah! I found your blog (again)! Keep up the incredible work and the fabulous personality my friend!
Your work is truly inspirational. You are my driver through the creative process, thoughtfully explaining and teaching every step of the way. I am often wondered by the photographic like quality of your paintings from afar. You call it “the trick of the eye” ….from a distance on the mantle….i swear they are clear photographs……up close….sharp lines give ways to soft curves and texture. This is “the technique” which you carefully explain,….to create and mesh colors and shadows to create the final result. Your perspective is honed and your talent grand. I’m proud of you JeffreySmith………keep working, exploring and learning….and i’ll enjoy the ride from the passenger seat!