Jon Hanson

I’m an emerging watercolor artist with a background in digital product and UX design. After more than a decade shaping digital experiences, I began exploring watercolor in 2022 as a way to reconnect with creativity on a more personal and tactile level.

Watercolor’s translucency, vibrancy, and unpredictability captivated me immediately — it felt like the perfect medium for expressing the optimism and sense of possibility I try to bring to all aspects of life.

My work focuses on landscapes, seascapes, and cityscapes, often painted in a loose and expressive style as I continue to discover and refine my artistic voice. Themes of light, movement, and joy frequently surface in my paintings, shaped by my belief in the power of art to uplift and inspire.

Since beginning this journey, I’ve been fortunate to study under the mentorship of two watercolor artists, and in 2025, I exhibited work at Fabriano In Acquarello — an experience that marked a meaningful step forward in my development. I’m currently focused on deepening my practice, evolving my style, and sharing my work through juried exhibitions and beyond.