Artist's Bio
"Self Portrait with Gold Cap" - J. Adam Davis
J. Adam Davis (American, born 1983)
J. Adam Davis was born and raised in a rural town in North East Georgia. Much of his childhood was spent carrying around various sketch books and drawing in them whenever he could find the chance to sit. Adam earned a B.F.A. in Drawing & Painting from the University of Georgia, in Athens, GA. His work has always been characterized by his deft draftsmanship and a strong figurative presence. While in college, he remained determinedly focused on Realism in an environment where Conceptualism and Post-Modern tendencies were the predominantly praised schools of expression.
Davis’ current work is simultaneously realistic and magical; figurative and ornamental; and comforting and provocative. Whether working in charcoals on gray paper or in oils on wood panels, most of Davis’ work combines painterly depictions of the human figure often combined with gold leaf accents. The imagery is often somber and contemplative, and utilizes personal symbolism while exploring universal themes. Davis has a unique style that places figures in dream-like situations, or in positions where they interact with the decorative aspects of the piece. His works portray beauty in the quiet moments of life and in the inner workings of the heart and mind, as well as a sense of wonder at the magic all around us.
Adam’s award-winning artwork has been shown throughout North America, and has been included in publications such as Poets & Artists magazine and the hardback North Light book, Strokes of Genius 10: Inspiring Subjects.
Adam is a member of the Portrait Society of America. He and his wife live in Hartwell, GA with their amazing son, and two dogs.
J. Adam Davis was born and raised in a rural town in North East Georgia. Much of his childhood was spent carrying around various sketch books and drawing in them whenever he could find the chance to sit. Adam earned a B.F.A. in Drawing & Painting from the University of Georgia, in Athens, GA. His work has always been characterized by his deft draftsmanship and a strong figurative presence. While in college, he remained determinedly focused on Realism in an environment where Conceptualism and Post-Modern tendencies were the predominantly praised schools of expression.
Davis’ current work is simultaneously realistic and magical; figurative and ornamental; and comforting and provocative. Whether working in charcoals on gray paper or in oils on wood panels, most of Davis’ work combines painterly depictions of the human figure often combined with gold leaf accents. The imagery is often somber and contemplative, and utilizes personal symbolism while exploring universal themes. Davis has a unique style that places figures in dream-like situations, or in positions where they interact with the decorative aspects of the piece. His works portray beauty in the quiet moments of life and in the inner workings of the heart and mind, as well as a sense of wonder at the magic all around us.
Adam’s award-winning artwork has been shown throughout North America, and has been included in publications such as Poets & Artists magazine and the hardback North Light book, Strokes of Genius 10: Inspiring Subjects.
Adam is a member of the Portrait Society of America. He and his wife live in Hartwell, GA with their amazing son, and two dogs.
Artist's Statement
My work is founded on the belief that the human form, both male and female, is the ultimate expression of natural beauty. I have found that over the years, I thrive when I impose restrictions and limitations on myself as to what I cannot do visually. I self-impose rules, restricting my choices. In doing this, I force myself to find newer, better, and hopefully more compelling ways to present my vision. My work explores and questions the notion that life itself is a profoundly magical occurrence. I explore through allegory and symbolism, moments great and small, and ideas that make up the human experience.
I constantly strive to push myself and my work forward in a contemporary mindset and language while constantly looking to the indispensable lessons of the Masters.
I constantly strive to push myself and my work forward in a contemporary mindset and language while constantly looking to the indispensable lessons of the Masters.
Curriculum Vitae
J. Adam Davis
Born
August 2, 1983 - Elberton, GA
Education
2018 Residency at Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2018 Protégé Atelier Workshop with Seth Haverkamp – Huntsville, AL
2016 Protégé Atelier Workshop with Seth Haverkamp – Huntsville, AL
2010 BFA University of Georgia - Athens, GA
Selected Shows & Awards
2022 Legends of the Moon - Era Contemporary - Philadelphia, PA
2022 Ten Years of Art #: 10 Year Anniversary - #Hashtag Gallery - Toronto, ON/Art Gate VR
2022 Lunar Codex - Digital Collection - THE MOON - 3 artworks included in digital archive sent to surface of the moon
2021 TASI: The Jason Tasi Memorial Art Show - Elberton Arts Center - Elberton, GA - Co-curator
2019 Georgia Artists: A Juried Exhibition - Abernathy Arts Center - Sandy Springs, GA
2018 Residency Group Exhibition - Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2018 Eight-Year Anniversary Group Exhibition - Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2017 The Mother Show - Lowery Gallery – Danielsville, GA
2017 9th Annual Figurative Drawing & Painting Exhibition – Lore Degenstein Gallery – Selinsgrove, PA – 4th Place
2017 The Human Form – The Art Center – Hartwell, GA
2017 Sight Unseen – Abend Gallery – Denver, CO
2013 4x4 Show - #Hashtag Gallery – Toronto, ON, Canada
2012 Kitsch Birds (Solo Show) - The Art Spot – Atlanta, GA
2010 Emergence - Lamar Dodd Galleries – Athens, GA
2004 29th Juried Exhibition – Lyndon House Arts Center – Athens, GA – Best In Show
Born
August 2, 1983 - Elberton, GA
Education
2018 Residency at Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2018 Protégé Atelier Workshop with Seth Haverkamp – Huntsville, AL
2016 Protégé Atelier Workshop with Seth Haverkamp – Huntsville, AL
2010 BFA University of Georgia - Athens, GA
Selected Shows & Awards
2022 Legends of the Moon - Era Contemporary - Philadelphia, PA
2022 Ten Years of Art #: 10 Year Anniversary - #Hashtag Gallery - Toronto, ON/Art Gate VR
2022 Lunar Codex - Digital Collection - THE MOON - 3 artworks included in digital archive sent to surface of the moon
2021 TASI: The Jason Tasi Memorial Art Show - Elberton Arts Center - Elberton, GA - Co-curator
2019 Georgia Artists: A Juried Exhibition - Abernathy Arts Center - Sandy Springs, GA
2018 Residency Group Exhibition - Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2018 Eight-Year Anniversary Group Exhibition - Dacia Gallery - New York, NY
2017 The Mother Show - Lowery Gallery – Danielsville, GA
2017 9th Annual Figurative Drawing & Painting Exhibition – Lore Degenstein Gallery – Selinsgrove, PA – 4th Place
2017 The Human Form – The Art Center – Hartwell, GA
2017 Sight Unseen – Abend Gallery – Denver, CO
2013 4x4 Show - #Hashtag Gallery – Toronto, ON, Canada
2012 Kitsch Birds (Solo Show) - The Art Spot – Atlanta, GA
2010 Emergence - Lamar Dodd Galleries – Athens, GA
2004 29th Juried Exhibition – Lyndon House Arts Center – Athens, GA – Best In Show
Publications
2022 "Legends of the Moon" Presented by Era Contemporary - Elizah Leigh, Beautiful Bizzare; online
2019 Expanding An Artist's Potential - Billy Seccombe, International Artist; Is. #125
2018 Strokes of Genius 10: Inspiring Subjects - Rachel Rubin Wolf, North Light Books
2017 The New Nude - Walt Morton, Poets & Artists, Is. #86, PA86
2017 Sight Unseen - Alia El-Bermani, Poets & Artists, Is. #81, PA81
2017 Making His Mark - Shana Toney, The Elberton Star, V. 130,#8, 2/22
2019 Expanding An Artist's Potential - Billy Seccombe, International Artist; Is. #125
2018 Strokes of Genius 10: Inspiring Subjects - Rachel Rubin Wolf, North Light Books
2017 The New Nude - Walt Morton, Poets & Artists, Is. #86, PA86
2017 Sight Unseen - Alia El-Bermani, Poets & Artists, Is. #81, PA81
2017 Making His Mark - Shana Toney, The Elberton Star, V. 130,#8, 2/22