About me
I am a visual artist based in Seattle. My work extends from watercolor landscapes + graphic acrylic paintings, on over to food and beverage design + identity.
As the youngest of 5 children, and reserved person by nature, I have often assumed the position of an observer. Spending ages visually tracing the lines of a space, noting colors, depth, and the influence of light and movement. This has cultivated an acute visual language and perspective that is shared across all of my chosen mediums.
My creative pursuits and expressions are guided by romanticism, idealism, and simplification. I try to snuff out all non essential elements of a concept, keeping only the juicy good stuff. Often asking myself “What is it that draws my eye to this scene, and how can I expand or refine this?”. The aim is that my work is immediately understandable and digestible. I steer away from intellectual barriers and intimate sentimentality, allowing any viewer to find the image’s place in their own story.
I draw much of my inspiration from northwest scenery, social rituals, interior design, and bygone ideas of modernity. I find there is seemingly endless beauty to be found in a natural vignette, thoughtful table setting, or a good fried egg. My artwork has been exhibited in both solo and group shows in Seattle at The Museum of Museums + The Factory, AMcE Creative Arts, and Gallery B612.
Check out more of my work in the gallery tab, or head on over to my Instagram. Thanks for reading!
Contact me
jacobmcleanaart@gmail.com
Instagram - @jacobmcleanart
Seattle, Wash.