In Jeff’s career as an architect, he began his creative process with quick ink and marker sketches, learning to express design concepts with simple graphic images. This evolved into a fascination of painting with the immediacy and expressive opportunities of watercolor. Today, he quickly captures the essence and mood of street and landscape scenes with a bold, impressionistic approach.

Moving to a downtown Minneapolis condo in early 2020 facilitated his love of Plein Air, riding his scooter and exploring and painting street scenes. He has combined his love of travel and painting by entering Plein Air competitions around the country, winning numerous awards along the way.

2023 Plein Air Competitions:

• 1st place Knoxville “Artists on Location” Plein Air competition.
• 2nd place New Bern NC quick paint competition.
• Honorable mention Paint Grand Traverse (Traverse MI) competition.
• 2nd Place Hudson Wisconsin (Seasons Gallery)
• Artist Choice Best Body of Work.  En Plein Air Texas (EPAT)