I am a native Tucsonan whose paintings are driven by a passion for western landscapes and experiences. I am mostly self-taught but am influenced by artists like Josh Elliott, Bill Cramer and Gregory Hull. While hiking, hunting, camping or rafting, or simply driving to work, I am constantly observing the changes in color and light as the day unfolds. This amplifies the experience and pleasure of my time in the outdoors and greatly inspires my paintings.
All of my paintings are inspired by people and places that I have encountered on my journey.
-Jesse Bourque