Jane May Jones

Born in England, I attended courses in Art and Art History, and during an eight year stay in France, I was greatly influenced by the works of both the Impressionists and the Masters. My early work reflects my love of the impressionist era.  While pursuing a career in the corporate world, I did a little drawing and painting in my spare time. I now live in the hills of beautiful southern Vermont and enjoy painting, traveling, photography, gardening and spending time with my husband, our families and dogs.

More recently I have taken to painting for myself and following the ebb and flow of my body and of life itself.  I have tried many new watercolor techniques and have attempted to paint looser images as opposed to the architectural style painting I have been known for.

I have incorporated maps, sheet music and tissue paper to enhance the watercolor backgrounds, making the collage part of the subject matter and composition.  I am having an enormous amount of fun with all of this.

Most of my painting is done on Arches or Canson 140 lb or 300 lb cold pressed watercolor paper using Winsor & Newton watercolor. Acrylics are also featured alongside the watercolor.

Recently I have been experimenting with new techniques and styles and am having a blast.

Also I run Watercolor Gatherings at my studio and gallery in Readsboro, Vermont as well as other locations in Southern Vermont.  I can also come to your home or facility to offer your friends and clients this magical experience.

It is my passion to teach others to be artists, but mostly to teach them how to see!