Jill Saur Fine Art

 

            

 

JOY ON CANVAS

My artwork is a natural outpouring of my encounter with God and His majestic creation, resulting in paintings that are dramatic, uplifting, and full of life. My tagline is 'joy on canvas' given to me by my Godfather, Stan Lee, the creator of Spiderman, The Incredible Hulk and numerous other super-heroes.  According to Uncle Stan, my work exudes sheer joy!  I take that as a high compliment considering his creative genius.

MY STORY

Patrons have been collecting my expressive paintings for over thirty-five years. My artwork has been featured in premier galleries in Santa Fe, N.M., Vail, CO., New York, Dallas, TX., and my own art gallery in Historic Roswell, GA. My prints have been sold nationally through catalogs and retail chains.  I'm known for my soulful rendering of aspen trees and seascapes, but I’m equally at home painting abstracts!  

In college, I majored in business and journalism, but I ultimately succumbed to my first love, painting.  Studying with master watercolor artists, and branching out into oil and acrylic,  I established the foundation of what would be a lifelong career as an artist. Later, attending the Atlanta College of Art, I was able to enhance my skills in drawing and painting.

In 2005, fulfilling a lifelong dream, I opened my own 1,750 sq. foot art gallery in Historic Roswell, Georgia where I successfully showcased and sold my own artwork.  I had the privilege of building a loyal patron following while continuing to develop my artistic style. Over a year ago, Tom and I moved to the Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch area. My studio is in our home on a peaceful pond with a magnificent view of breathtaking sunsets.  I'm able to meet with clients by appointment.  Those who know me, know that I'm driven to continue to grow as an artist.  It's a journey that won't be completed until I take my last, you know, breath.  

PAINTING PROCESS

By building layers of transparent hues, I'm able to capture an illuminating glow in my paintings. When I work with my palette knife, I create thick textural pieces that my patrons love. My clients tell me they feel as though they can walk into one of my paintings.  Even years after buying a painting from me, my patrons tell me the more they look at my work, the more they see. They say my art continues to inspire them and bring joy into their lives. This makes me smile. 

 

 

 

36"x 48" Bear Commission

 

 

Colorado and Florida -  My Inspiration

 

 

 

 

 

My Amazing Husband, Tom

 

 

My Buddy, Jack