Jacob Lacour

Jacob La Cour is an artist based in the United States whose paintings have been featured in solo and group exhibitions nationally. He describes his works as often representing a state of mind, often conveying his life experiences. In addition, La Cour's artistic practice is inspired by the impressionists and Dutch masters. He most often creates with oils on canvas.

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Born and raised in Wyoming, I spent a lot of time indoors throughout a majority of the year due to the extensive winters. I have been drawing for as long as I can remember. My textbooks were typically littered with drawings in the margins and onto the copy of the book. In high school I was introduced to oil painting and was immediately attracted to the added depth that it allowed in contrast to my pencil drawings. I was taught some basic techniques from the Impressionist methods.

I pursued this passion in college and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Art from Black Hills State University in 2014 at the age of 24.

Upon graduation I moved to the Bay Area and continue to develop my work with my favorite mediums, oil and charcoal. My methods still have roots in the Impressionist style, but are also influenced by the Dutch Masters. M...

Bachelors of Science in Art - Black Hills State University

-Solo Exhibition (Oct. 2019)
Amen Gallery
Sacramento, CA

-Solo Exhibition (Feb. 2019)
Amen Gallery
Sacramento, CA

-Savvy Art Competition (2018)
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-Group Exhibition (2017)
Pancakes and Booze
San Francisco, CA

-Group Exhibition (2016)
Pancakes and Booze
San Francisco, CA

- Flint Projections (2014)
Spencer’s Art House
605 Stone St.
Flint, Michigan 48503

- Senior Art Show (2014)
Rudell Gallery
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, South Dakota 57783

- Juried Art Exhibition (2013)
Rudell Gallery
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, South Dakota 57783