Jelly Bellies Painting

Jim Monahan is a Boise-based artist who began oil painting at age 8. After studying at the University of Oregon and the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, he began working as a freelance illustrator and artist and continued exploring painting techniques and materials. Being classically trained in drawing and painting has given Jim a complete understanding of the nuances and personalities of each oil color and pigment. Meticulously created in transparent layers of color, Jim’s paintings have a depth and luminosity that complement and enhance the nature of his subjects. He currently lives in Seattle with his wife and 3 children and his work can be seen in many public and private collections throughout the US and Canada.