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Artist Insights
Personal stories from Jennifer, Q&As, and reflections on life as an independent artist (challenges, goals, growth).
Merrymen of Mount Rushmore: George Washington's Uneven Eyes
As I was posting the pictures of the Merrymen of Mount Rushmore, I noticed that something seemed off about George Washington. One eye was lower than the other, and once I saw it, I had to fix it.
Jennifer Jones
1 day ago1 min read
Behind the Scenes Art Exhibit: I Never Thought I'd Say This
A personal behind-the-scenes art exhibit installation story about hanging the June gallery solo, missing a couple of paintings, and discovering the humor in doing it all alone.
Jennifer Jones
Jun 72 min read
The Walrus Painting That Refused to Behave: An Old Closet Rescue
An early walrus painting rescued from the closet returns after many years of hiding, revealing the evolution of style, frustration, and the unexpected patience of unfinished work.
Jennifer Jones
Jun 42 min read
OMG! Thought Just Left – The Clueless Monk of June
June’s monk is mid-thought, eyes rolled up, mouth slack, and hilariously befuddled. O.M.G.! The Thought Just Escaped captures that perfectly human moment when clarity vanishes, leaving confusion, charm, and a little inner peace behind.
Jennifer Jones
Jun 12 min read
The Surfboard Crab Still Waits: A Painting That Refused to Stay Finished
A rescued painting of shoreline and sea evolves into something unexpected—filled with shifting skies, colorful crabs, and one patient surfboard crab waiting just beyond the waves.
Jennifer Jones
May 162 min read
Buffalo Painting Auction, Road Trips, and a Long Planned Visit to Woolaroc
A long-planned trip to Woolaroc, a road trip package, and a buffalo painting auction piece that insisted on becoming something more than expected.
Jennifer Jones
May 123 min read
“OMG! That’s Hilarious” - May’s Laughing Monk
May’s monk is caught mid-laugh, eyes squinting, mouth wide open, radiating joy. Discover the contagious humor hidden in life’s little absurdities, and learn why laughter is a sacred path to delight.
Jennifer Jones
May 12 min read
Resurrected Paintings: The Shark Always Moving
The shark returns to the canvas in the resurrected paintings series—always moving, quietly waiting, and finally ready for its turn.
Jennifer Jones
Apr 242 min read
Capsule Wardrobe, But Make It Me
I set out to build a capsule wardrobe, simple and neutral. I came home with seven pairs of pants, one shirt, and a much better understanding of my style.
Jennifer Jones
Apr 84 min read
O.M.G.! I’m Fine—ish — How This Goofy Monk Found Inner Peace
April brings blooms, chaos, and the monk who perfected the “meh, it’s fine” expression. Read his humorous journey to inner peace, one exaggerated shrug at a time.
Jennifer Jones
Apr 12 min read
Under the Surface Art Exhibit at Street SmARTS Gallery
What started as “just hanging a few paintings” turned into a full underwater world. Come see the Under the Surface art exhibit at Street SmARTS Gallery.
Jennifer Jones
Mar 292 min read
The Embosser Story: Lessons from a Cockeyed Seal
A cockeyed seal, a stubborn embosser, and lessons learned about fixing things—sometimes you just need a little help.
Jennifer Jones
Mar 82 min read
OMG! It’s Serendipity, BABY! – March’s Cosmic Surprise Monk
March’s monk calendar art, OMG! It’s Serendipity, BABY! – March’s Cosmic Surprise Monk, captures a serendipitous, uncontainable moment of joy. Astonished delight, hands over his eyes, and pure bliss invite you to marvel at the absurd perfection of simply being alive.
Jennifer Jones
Mar 13 min read
Unfinished Paintings in the Closet
While preparing for the March exhibit Small Lives, Big Ideas, I opened a closet of unfinished paintings and found ideas waiting. A reflection on rediscovery, timing, and letting small lives take center stage.
Jennifer Jones
Feb 261 min read
Small Lives, Big Ideas: Hanging the March Wall
A behind the scenes look at choosing, laying out, and hanging the March wall, Small Lives, Big Ideas, featuring insects, small moments, and a little help along the way.
Jennifer Jones
Feb 222 min read
Do Whales Get Itches? How These Gentle Giants Scratch an Itch
Ever wondered if whales get itches and how they might scratch them? From rubbing against surfaces to playful breaches, these gentle giants have some surprising ways to get relief.
Jennifer Jones
Feb 82 min read
Orange People and February Feelings at StreetSmART Gallery
Visit StreetSmART Gallery this February to see the orange people, Purplette and Romeo, in a playful, dry take on love, timing, and messy Valentine moments. Stop by First Friday or come anytime this month to experience these bold, emotionally flexible paintings that reward close looking.
Jennifer Jones
Feb 42 min read
“It’ll Be Alright” — Mantra for Hard Times
Life can be messy, unpredictable, and downright chaotic. The phrase “It’ll be alright” has carried me through courtrooms, coffee spills, and everyday disasters. Here’s why this simple mantra works—and how it might help you too.
Jennifer Jones
Jan 262 min read
When Words and Art Don’t Feel Right: My Artistic Process in Action
Discover how small adjustments in my artistic process, from a buffalo’s muzzle to an octopus’s gaze, bring my paintings to life and keep the creative journey full of surprises and laughter.
Jennifer Jones
Jan 242 min read
Coconut Octopus Painting in Green and Purple Underwater Scene
Follow the progress of my coconut octopus painting in bold green and purple. The underwater scene is still evolving, inspired by fascinating creatures from the Houston Museum of Natural History. Watch as this little octopus and its companions come to life on the canvas.
Jennifer Jones
Jan 211 min read