Jeffrey T. Larson (born 1962) is an American artist celebrated for his skillful realist paintings, where he masterfully captures the nuances of light, texture, and form. Trained in the tradition of the Old Masters, Larson’s oeuvre encompasses both portraits and still lifes, but he is perhaps best known for his intricate compositions featuring domestic scenes or everyday life.
Raised in Two Harbors, Minnesota, he was exposed to art early through his father who was a commercial artist. Later, Larson’s art education was cemented at the prestigious Atelier Lack, a studio that continued the rigorous training methods of the 19th century European academies. His dedication to refining his craft is evident in the lifelike quality of his works.
Influences on Larson’s painting style come primarily from the Realist and Naturalist traditions. The subdued palette, attention to detail, and the interplay of light and shadow in his work can draw comparisons to artists like John Singer Sargent and Johannes Vermeer. Additionally, his methodological approach to painting is akin to that of contemporary realists such as Daniel Sprick and Richard Schmid, who also dedicate themselves to capturing the delicate essence of their subjects with precision.
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