just wanted to share some pics from my recent class at hacienda mosaico.. this is by far my favorite place to teach and share what i do. the climate, atmosphere and studio are tops.. 5 days of painting with the best meals cooked for us each day on site, and margaritas waiting for us after class. not much more to want. 24hr studio access, a pool, open air it seriously does not get any better.. thanks to all that attended i had a great group this year and a sold out class within weeks of posting.. just getting ready to lock down dates for next year and it looks like the class will be about 3/4’s full with returning students so if you want in you but decide fast.. there will also be a second class here in the beginning of January from the 2nd – 6th, it will be 5 days half day work schedule, with all day studio access its geared towards locals but there are a few people flying in and staying at the hacienda there are a few spots left for anyone interested. here is the link – http://haciendamosaico.com/ws_28.html

its been just over two weeks since i arrived in mexico,i left one day after my exhibition at greater gallery in portland or.. since ive arrived ive given a 5 day lecture/demo/workshop at hacienda mosaico my favorite place to teach and explain my process 🙂 it was a great class. thanks to everyone who attended and thanks to sam for being the best host..

ive since setup my studio and residence for the next 3 weeks here in puerta vallarta. since the class ive been painting away for an exhibition here at galleria dantes located in downtown vallarta. below are some images to give you a visual of my temporary studio.. so amped to be working in the sun and under the moon here in mexico.. i love you portland but right now im happy im in the sun..

I recently had a show opening at Graeter Gallery here in Portland. Graeter Gallery is owned by a long time friend and collector of mine, John Graeter. I’ve posted about it a few times, but the show and space are so amazing that  I just wanted to remind everyone that the show will be up all month. Be sure to stop by the gallery if you are in town! http://graeterartgallery.com/

I have a show at Galeria Dante in Puerto Vallarta with artists del Campo and Pintor opening December 30th. I will be in attendance for the opening, so if you happen to be in the area, be sure to stop by! http://www.galleriadante.com/

Hacienda Mosaico and I designed a 5 half-day workshop for locals, but due to the response we’ve gotten it is now open to travelers. The workshop runs from January 2nd-6th.
even though its a half day this is still a really ideal way to learn my process because you have breathing room. I think its as good if not better than a full three day workshop because you have more time to think about your work between classes.
The cost of the total package for 6 nights accommodation with breakfast daily and 5 days of 4 hours per day instruction is $1380.
Afternoons are free with 24 hour access to the studio which means even though I only teach for 4 hours, you have all day to work if you’d like. Here is the link for registration and more information on the class.. http://www.haciendamosaico.com/ws_28.html

Thursday night was the opening of my latest show here in Portland. The show is up all month at Graeter Gallery which is owned by my long time friend and collector John Graeter. Nothing better than working with friends. 🙂 As you can see from the pics below the space and the show look amazing. Thanks to everyone that came to the opening, and a big thank you to John.

this thursday i have a new show opening at Graeter Gallery here in portland with theodore holdt.

i will be showing a lot of my newer large works. come stop by and say hello. or goodbye since i will be leaving for mexico the next morning. 🙂

Hacienda Mosaico and I designed a 5 half-day workshop for locals, but due to the response we’ve gotten it is now open to travelers. January 2-6 2012. even though its a half day this is still a really ideal way to learn my process because you have breathing room. I think its as good if not better than a full three day workshop because you have more time to think about your work between classes.
The cost of the total package for 6 nights accommodation with breakfast daily and 5 days of 4 hours per day instruction is $1380.
Afternoons are free with 24 hour access to the studio which means even though I only teach for 4 hours, you have all day to work if you’d like. Here is the link for registration and more information on the class.. http://www.haciendamosaico.com/ws_28.html

Wanted to share some more pictures of my personal art collection. Ive gotten some really nice pieces recently and thought you might like to see them. 🙂

by Dee Spencer

by Sheldon Skillie

by Tony Hunt

both by Mike Peyton

Just posted a few new tracks to the music section of my site. Been working on music a lot lately in between painting sessions. Hoping to get a new album out sometime early next year. You can find samples here… http://jessereno.com/music/