Whimsical Artist Jake Hose
Artist Statement
I’ve been seriously selling and creating art since 1994. I got my start doing random projects with graphic design, later moving to pen and ink, then in painting with acrylics.
I’ve studied many styles of art from around the world and different time periods, so fascinated with how the human soul can create art that we all can enjoy.
As an artist, I have experienced a mind-opening array of life experiences through living an artist’s lifestyle. Most of these experiences have been very rewarding.
It is my pleasure to create the best art I can to entertain and possibly inspire others to either create art themselves, or to collect it.
Art is something I see, feel and am moved by. It is an honor to continue to develop a legacy that I hope one day will be lasting and positively influential in our artistic culture.
Thank you for taking the time to see my art and hopefully you have been touched by the emotions, spirit and power that is within the art.
Art Resume 1994-2010
Education
Jake is primarily self taught through reading books, training videos, and involvement with other artists. He has been in the art and picture framing industry for over 16 years and has gained a vast amount of knowledge about art, color, design and art business.
Galleries and Art Showcases:
1995 Aberdini’s Art Bar, Virginia
1996 Art in the Park Show, Virginia
1996 2 Group exhibitions, Virginia
2003 Art Matters Exhibition by Lemon Tree Gallery, Washington
2004 Art displayed at the NW Interior Design Show represented by Lemon Tree Gallery, Washington
2004 Steilacoom Community Center solo exhibition, Washington
2004 Art Matters Exhibition by Lemon Tree Gallery, Washington
2005 Rampart Gallery's "Premier Artist", Washington
2005 Kimball Art Gallery, Washington
2005 Kickstand Cafe, Tacoma Washington
2005 Frame Central featured artist, Tacoma Washington
2005 Exhibit at Bourders Books, Tacoma Washington
2006 Puyallup Custom Frame and Art Company, Puyallup Washington
2006 Meeker Days Festival, Puyallup Washington
2007 Jazzbones art /music show performing Amber Glow Part one, Tacoma Washington
2007 Meeker Days Festival, Puyallup Washington
2007 Urban Art Festival, Tacoma Washington
2007 Art on the Ave Festival, Tacoma Washington
2007 Folk Life Music Festival, Gig Harbor Washington
2007 Westport Fine Art Festival, Westport Washington
2007 Jazz Bones live painting collaboration with Teddy Haggarty (Credits: Beetlejuice...) Tacoma Washington
2007 Fremont Market, Seattle Washington
2007 Puyallup market, Puyallup Washington
2008 Puyallup Art and Wine Walk, Puyallup Washington
2008 Meeker Days Festival, Puyallup Washington
2008 Taste of Tacoma, Tacoma Washington
2008 The Bite of Seattle, Seattle Washington
2008 Westport Fine Art Festival, Westport Washington
2008 The Hopi Indian series at Raindance Indian Art Gallery Jackson, Wyoming
2008 Art installation at Brilliant Life Chiropractic and wellness center Tacoma, Washington
2008 Art installation at Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce Puyallup, Washington
2008 Puyallup Art and Wine Walk (October) Puyallup, Washington
2009 Meeker Days Festival, Puyallup Washington
2009 Taste of Tacoma Festival, Tacoma Washington
2009 Bite of Seattle Festival, Seattle Washington
2009 Proctor Arts Festival, Proctor Washington
2009 Westport fine art festival, Westport Washington
2009 Chefs Night Out event featuring Jake's commission of "Chefs Night Out" for the Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce
2010 Celtic Fair, Puyallup Washington
2010 Meeker Days Festival, Puyallup Washington
2010 Taste of Tacoma Festival, Tacoma Washington
2010 Kent Cornucopia Days, Kent Washington
2010 Proctor Arts Festival, Proctor Washington
2010 Westport Fine Art Festival, Westport Washington
Published Art:
1994 The Spectrum music magazine, Virginia
1995 The Avatar music magazine, Chicago
1994-2008 Write ups about art, shows and reviews in newspapers around Charlottesville Virginia, and Northern Washington including: The Weekly Volcano, Tacoma News Tribune, The Sumner Reporter, Gig Harbor News...Collectors Profile:
2005 Biogenics Corporation Napa, California
2010 Weiss Castle, Washington
People from all over the world have been patrons of Jake's art including some celebrities.
Music Accomplishments:
•Recordings and CD Compilations:"Pigz in Wonderland" as singer/guitarist 1999 EP Productions
"In the Bleak Midwinter" as singer/guitarist 2000 EP Productions
"The Fall" 2002 Solo Album as singer/guitarist
"Love Song" 2004 Solo Album as singer/guitarist produced by Vic Mendoza
“Amber Glow Part One” 2006 Solo CD as singer/songwriter
"Amber Glow Part Two" 2007 Solo CD as singer/songwriter
"Lucid Journey" 2008 CD by Natalie Martin and Jake Hose romantic duet
"Love You" 2008 Solo CD as singer/songwriter
"Imagination" 2009 Solo CD including extra songs from Natalie Martin and Jake Hose "Lucid Journey" CD.
“Detached System Complete” featuring “Love Song” produced by Vic Mendoza 2004Music Interviews/TV and Video Media:
2005 VM Underground webzine about Jake Hose
2006 Hollywood Music/VM Underground radio show about “Amber Glow Part One”
2007 VM Underground radio show about music/art featuring "Amber Glow Part Two"
2004 “Enslaved” animated music video co produced by Vic Mendoza.
2007 "Patriot Song" live acoustic music video produced by Randy Sparks
2007 "Music and Art Documentary DVD" produced by Randy Sparks featuring live painting, interviews, live music...
2009 Documentary on Puyallup Washington featuring Jake Hose and the Seattle Cats produced by Sabrina Register, Comcast on Demand. Including a commercial with the Seattle Cats that ran across the network, including MTV...Music Shows:
1996 Performed at various private parties as singer/songwriter Charlottesville, VA
1997 Open mic nights Charlottesville, VA
2000 Fluco Fest Charlottesville, VA
2005 Rampart Gallery/Music venue Tacoma, WA
2005 Panamonicas Tacoma, WA
2005 Victory Music Open Mic Night Tacoma, WA
2005 Cole's Island Oasis Tacoma, WA
2006 Jazz Bones Tacoma, WA
2006 Was asked to play a benefit concert with Pearl Jam.Bands Performed in:
1998 Pop/Rock act Komenera as lead/rhythm guitarist Charlottesville, VA
1998-2000 The Eatable Pigz as singer/guitarist/band leader Charlottesville, VA
2000 Grunge Metal act Poohash as singer Richmond, VARadio:
91.9 FM Tacoma
Big Phish online radio featuring “Love Song”
“Love Song” was in the top 40 most downloaded songs on Mizmor.com in 2005
Interviews and music were streamed live over Itunes, courtesy of Vic Mendoza/VM Underground Radio
Writings:
1994-2006 Story board and prolog for fantasy Trilogy co-written /illustrated by Jake and written by Rod Nichols.
2004-2006 Self published mentoring articles for artists/musicians covering art business and art philosophy.
