 David W. Jackson is multi-talented and proficient in several art mediums. A native of Ogden, Utah, David's interest in art began at an early age and he has been working as a professional artist for over thirty years. He received a bachelor of science degree from Weber State University and a master of fine arts degree through Utah State University. He taught high school art for 27 years, retiring in the spring of 2000 to devote more time to his art.
Although he is well known for his accurate depictions of wildlife and western landscapes, David's work is very diverse and includes a wide variety of subjects. His richly colored, impressionistic style has afforded him the opportunity of showing his work in private collections and shows throughout the United Stated, Canada, and Europe. He has crafted monumental bronze sculptures for Weber State University, Fremont High School, Skyview High School, Roy High School and private individuals and businesses. He is a strong supporter of numerous wildife and charitable organizations. He has served as a board member for the Eccles Community Art Center for 20 years.
David is always striving for excellence. He loves new challenges and opportunities which provide him with creative resources. He receives inspiration from the beautiful surroundings of his home and studio in Mountain Green, Utah.
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Current work is exhibited at the following galleries:
Apple Frame Gallery, Bountiful, UT
Beaver Creek Fine Art, Beaver Creek, CO (970)845-8500
Buffalo Trails Gallery, Jackson, WY (307)734-6904
Canyon Gallery, Farmington, UT (801)544-4262
Dan Hill Gallery, Draper, UT (801)562-9242
David Jackson Studio, Mtn. Green, UT (801)876-2031 (by appt.)
Monfort's Fine Art, Racine, WI (262)898-1513
Nese Gallery, Mission Viejo, CA (949)363-0777
Scottsdale Celebration of Fine Art (Jan-Mar), Scottsdale, AZ (480)443-7695
Sportsman's Gallery, Atlanta, GA 1-800-426-6603
Wilkerson Fine Art & Consulting, Huntsville, UT (866)915-2787
Awards/Recognition:
Second Place, Ogden Valley Plein Air Competition, 2008
Best of Show, Plein Air Competition, Thanksgiving Point, 2008
First Place, St. George Art Festival, 2006
Council Award, St. George Art Festival, 2006
Featured Artist, St. George Art Festival, 2006
One Man Show, Eccles Community Art Center 2004 and 2006
First Place, Eccles Statewide Competition 2004
Featured Artist, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) 2001
Third Place, Artist of the Year 2000 and 2001 (RMEF)
First Place, St. George Art Festival 2001
First Place, North American Sheep Foundation 1999
Peoples' Choice Award, North American Sheep Foundation 1999
Bronze Medal, National Alaskan Audubon Show
Best of Show, Morgan County Fair
Sold Out Show, Lenzerheide, Switzerland
Artist to Watch, Southwest Art Magazine
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