Jon Erickson Artist
Jon Erickson Plein Air Artist
Jon Erickson is originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin and spent many years in the the fertile farm country of North Dakota. His love for natural environments has been life-long but his focus on translating it into original oil paintings is a fairly recent endeavor. Jon’s original profession as a master electrician, allowed him to develop a keen eye for lighting and he’s always had an appreciation for fine art.
About a decade ago, Jon decided to explore painting by participating in an art class. This first-time experience with oil and brushes lead to a surprising discovery of his innate talent for capturing nature on canvas.
His new-found skill expanded as he delved into plein air painting, initially in the midwestern coulee-region of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. Later he began exploring the great western landscapes of New Mexico and Colorado.
Jon has participated in numerous plein air painting competitions with top-place rankings. You’ll find him in the great outdoors with his easel and artist tools somewhere between Wisconsin, Minnesota and Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Photos by Jeremy Chipps.
Jon Erickson, Plein Air Artist. Original Oil Paintings
Explore Jon’s work via the on-line galleries here.
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“The day is an empty canvas, the shapes and colors are yours to choose.” ~Alex Noble”