A Day in the Life Painting

.works.art on Instagram .art on Tik Tok Jack Clifford is the contemporary portrait artist behind CL/FFworks. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Clifford studied and majored in Studio Art at Colgate University. He graduated in the Spring of 2017 with a focus in oil painting. He is now based in New York City, where he is continuing his passion for painting. His pieces highlight established figures in pop culture through vibrant, yet contrasting colors and a hyper-realistic lens. Clifford’s oil on canvas portraits provide a conceptual social commentary, with refined technical skill. His preferred subject matter revolves around different facets of music, film and sports, as well as celebrities that play pivotal roles in varying advertisements. His work focuses on the relationships between notable individuals and the public and how they spur a provocative, yet relatable experience for the viewer.