Jay Davenport – born 1972

Jay Davenport has always been interested in and excited by fine art, especially, animals and wildlife. With an encouraging push from his grandfather, he began private instructions at an early age.

His enthusiasm and education in arts continued as he later earned an Associates Degree in Painting/Illustration. His passion for Realism and Trompe L’Oeil led him to an apprenticeship at The Waichulius Studio.

Jay Davenport has participated in many exhibits across the country, some of the awards he has won include, The Bosque Conservatory Silver Medal, numerous awards in Artist Magazine Annual Competition. His passion for art has also been shown in numerous publications including 2007 Strokes of Genius, The Best of Drawing.

With his strong foundation in representationlism, Jay's desire to paint the funny and humorous side of animals and how the different things they do relate to human life, if we would only step back once and awhile and observe and even laugh at ourselves occasionally.

Jay resides in Jim Thorpe Pennsylvania ,and continues to appear prevalent in his work as his dedication to the craft reflects the promise of his future.