Lucas Smith

Lucas Smith is an emerging artist on the local scene in San Diego. Relocating from St. Louis, MO in 2021, Lucas brings a new vision to abstractionism inspired by exploration of his new community. This contemporary artist is not afraid to use color and showcase his personality through his imagination and creativity.

Working with raw and often organic materials that are combined with professional tools and skilled techniques, Lucas invites his viewers in, not holding back, taking them on a journey through his artwork. Each piece tells a story and seeks to engage with the viewer.

Education & Associations
2024
”Expressive Figures” with Roberta Dyer, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA "Advanced Abstract Art" with Kate Ashton, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
Studio Artist Studio 12c - Ashton Gallery at Art on 30th
OMA Member - Oceanside Museum of Art Artist Alliance
The San Diego Watercolor Society Member
Carlsbad - Oceanside Art League Member

2023
“Artists Development & Mentorship Program”, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Finding Your Visual Voice" with Brenda York, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Seascapes" Workshop with Lori Hinton, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
“Abstractionism” from Germany with Barbara Inbody, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
“Textured Minimalism” with Mike Lafata, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
”Abstract Watermedia" with Kathleen Scoggin, The San Diego Watercolor Society, San Diego, CA
"Color Mixing" with Kristen Guest, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Color Harmony" with Kristen Guest, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Intro to Abstract Art" with Kristen Guest, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Art 101" with Jennifer Grisard-Ludwig, Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"Intermediate Abstract Art"...

2024
“Splendid Summer”, Regional Exhibition, Ashton Art Gallery, San Diego, CA - Awarded Juror’s Choice by Sandi Cottrell, juror
“Reverberating Notes”, The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, San Diego, CA
“Finest Art Showcase San Diego”, International Exhibition”, Artscenewest, San Diego, CA “May Member Show”, North Coastal Art Gallery, Carlsbad, CA - Awarded 1st place by Jayne Spencer, juror
“Mixin’ It Up” Regional Exhibition, Ashton Art Gallery, San Diego, CA “Abstract Exhibition”, Covet Art Gallery, Oceanside, CA
“Fresh”, Regional Exhibition, Ashton Art Gallery, San Diego, CA - Awarded 1st Place by Thai Huynh French, juror
“RED HOT”, Regional Exhibition, Ashton Art Gallery, San Diego, CA
"Treasures", The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, San Diego, CA
"Mentor Exhibit-Retrospective", Studio 6 at Art on 30th, San Diego, CA
"The No Theme, Theme Show", Covet Art Gallery, Oceanside, ...