I have a new show opening Nov. 7th in Metz, France at In3Arts.

If you happen to be in the area be sure to stop by and check it out!

Can Go Mexico posted a write up about my upcoming workshop and exhibition at Galleria Dante in Puerto Vallarta.

You can check it out here… http://www.cangomexico.com/2011/jesse-reno-artist-hacienda-mosaico-puerto-vallarta/

Just had some new shirts printed over at Someone Clothing here in Portland.

Just like last time they turned out great!

The shirt is printed on dark brown and features a bear design from my painting “Like A Bear Tangled In Meteors And Mist.” Get your shirt here… http://jessereno.com/piece/1758/bear-tangled-shirt/

First thursday this month (October 6th) I’ll be part of a show at Graeter Gallery here in Portland. It’s the grand opening at a beautiful new space owned by a long time collector and friend of mine. I’ll be there for the opening so be sure to stop by!

Ill also be in a two man show there at the end of december full of all new huge works!

Super amped to be part of this. I’ll be painting all weekend with my studio doors open to the public. So be sure to come by and check out over 300 of my paintings, and get the chance to talk with me while I work! Also note that there are over 100 other artists involved with this event too.

Portland Open Studios 2011
Watch Artists at Work
October 8, 9, and 15, 16, 10am-5pm

A unique opportunity to experience art as it is being made in the artist’s own space. In their studios, watch any of 100 artists who paint, sculpt,
draw, print, throw, carve, sew, and more. Ask about their tools and techniques. Learn more about art from the artists themselves.

Indulge your curiosity and buy a Tour Guide. Walk, bike, drive or bus to studios around the Portland metro area Saturday and Sunday, October 8, 9
and 15, 16, from 10am to 5pm.

Read the blog for more information about individual artists and the interesting demos they have planned: http://portlandopenstudios.wordpress.com/

The $15 Tour Guide is a ticket for two adults, *children under 18 are free. Tour Guides can be purchased online at www.portlandopenstudios.com
or are available at all New Seasons, Art Media, participating artists and many other retail locations throughout the Portland metro area. To find your closest
retail location, see http://tiny.cc/owhjr . The Tour Guide contains a map, a catalog of artist’s images, coupons to many local retailers and a ticket for a raffle for some great prizes.  If you would rather navigate the tour from your smart phone, then the Portland Open Studios iPhone app is your best ticket option.  Studio navigation via Google Map, add notes for future reference and search artist by name or media all for the same price as a paper Tour Guide!

Hope to see you!

Just sent new works to France for two different exhibitions coming up. One at Artisti Galerie, and the other at In3Arts.

My latest book, “Contemporary Primitive Abstract Narrative” is finally ready and is now available for purchase!

Super amped on this book. Over 150 8.5×11 pages, full-color, all new work from the last year not in previous books. titles and stories for each painting as well as a glossary with symbols and their meaning.

Check it out here… http://jessereno.com/piece/1757/cpancover/

New paintings and prints are available on my site for the month!

My friend Ricë Freeman-Zachery just published a book about Art Retreats, and it features a big write up about my workshops and process!

Check it out here… http://www.createmixedmedia.com/editors-picks/destination-creativity%E2%80%94book-trailer

Someone Clothing and I are coming out with another shirt based on my work, and it is almost ready.

Here is the preview image (color may change)..