Jim Simpson

Jim lives and works in Wichita, Kansas. He works primarily in acrylics, but also creates in mixed media, ceramic and sculpture. His works have been included in numerous shows include Wichita Arts Council Juried Shows, Kansas Watercolor 7-State Exhibitions, National Abstract Show and National All-Media Exhibits at MarkArts and in private and corporate art collections.

He studied under Wilma Wethington, Patric Rowley and Jim Gross.


Jim's art starts with the act of soaking up thousands of pieces of color, pattern or unique form. This storehouse of inspirational fragments are reflected in his work later. "I am driven to create new scenes and new images. An eye for the unique and picturesque merges with a love for worn and battered things." His expressionistic imagery is often focused on botanical and wildlife inspired images.

The process of letting the image evolve on the surface, working up layers, destroying parts, letting others parts gleam through from underneath, aggressively scrubbing paint onto the surface, carving into previous layers, all contribute to a richer image. Every layer or vibrating broken line adding character and nuance.

The majority of Jim's work is acrylic painting. It’s a medium that works well ...

2020
First Friday Show at encompas (w/ Charlotte Martin), Wichita, KS
​National Abstract Show at Mark Arts, Wichita, KS - juried show (2)
'Kansas Thru The Eyes Of An Artist', Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, KS - juried show (1)
First Friday at Thomas Grey Interiors, Wichita, KS - featured artist

2019
Beauty From Ashes, Steckline Gallery, Newman University, Wichita, KS - juried show
Arts Council Art Show, City Arts, Wichita, KS - juried show (2), Hon. Mention
KC Zoo Benefit Show at Jones Gallery, Kansas City, MO - juried show (3)
Wichita City Council Offices featured artist (2)
July Final Friday Solo Show at City Arts, Wichita, KS
Final Friday Abstract Show, Wichita KS - group show
Artist-in-Residence at The Red Barn Studio Museum, Lindsborg, KS
‘Kansas Through The Eyes Of An Artist,’ at Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, KS - juried show (2), 2nd place
'Twelve Squared: Small Works Invitational,' Gallery XII, Wichita, KS - juried show (1)

2018
Superfine Miami, Miami Beach, FL (2)
The Riney Fine Arts Center, Friends University, Wichita, KS - solo show
Arts Council Art Show, City Arts, Wichita, KS - juried show (1)
Final Friday Show at encompas (w/ Michael Pointer), Wichita, KS - solo show
40th Anniversary Sh...