About The Artist
Hey there, I'm Jon Krider, an artist with a knack for painting the real stuff. I get a kick out of blending old-school techniques with modern twists. This mix makes each of my paintings uniquely painterly and super realistic.
Nature's always been my jam. Growing up in Ohio, I was that kid who'd spend every free second roaming the fields and forests near my house, checking out all the cool stuff nature had to offer. I've always been awestruck by the beauty of the natural world, and I've devoted my life to capturing that beauty on canvas. As a kiddo, when most of my mates would dash home after school to hang out, I'd grab my sketchbook and head out into the great outdoors to sketch whatever caught my eye.
While I've mostly learned the ropes myself, I've gotta give a shout-out to my grade school and high school art teachers. They showed me the art basics and always had my back with my drawings. As an artist, I've spent a ton of time studying the old masters and practicing their techniques. I've clocked up countless hours marveling at their amazing paintings, and I'm always working on upping my game.
Over time, I've been lucky to live and travel around a bunch of different states in the US. This has let me see everything from arid deserts to lush green pastures and mountain ranges up close — talk about painting inspiration! These days, I'm based in Central Texas, where there's no shortage of awesome subjects to paint, even seascapes from the coast!
Where The Magic Happens!
Welcome to my crazy creative corner! It's like stepping into another world where there's inspiration around every corner. You walk in, and boom, you're hit with that buzz of creativity and that 'anything could happen' vibe.
At the heart of it all is my drawing table with its blank canvas, always ready for that next 'aha!' moment. Here's where ideas get turned into something you can see and touch. Right now, I'm working on a seascape, and let me tell you, I'm putting my heart and soul into every little detail.
My past works are all over the walls, like stepping stones showing how far I've come. They're not just for decoration – they're my own personal inspiration board, reminding me of all the blood, sweat, and tears that go into creating each piece.
My studio is more than just a place where I work, it's like a secret hideaway where all the magic happens. It's where rough ideas get polished into amazing artworks, with each piece a mix of skill, feeling, and vision.
Keep an eye out for more sneak peeks and updates from the studio. Join me on this journey as new projects unfold and watch how ideas get transformed into art. Thanks for stopping by my little world of endless creativity and inspiration.
The Next Painting
In my heart, there is always another painting just around the bend. Often people will ask me, which painting is your favorite? With a smile, I always say, “My Next One!”.