Dinners a l'Art

May 03 2012, 08:11:18 AM CDT

Jerrod and local artist William Goodman will be featured artists at Dinners a l'Art, a fundraiser put on by the board of trustees of the MS Museum of Art to raise money for the museum. This dinner is one of six dinners where artists are paired with chefs for an evening of art and good food. Jerrod and William's dinner is tonight, May 3, at 6:30 at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson.

New work in gallery

April 17 2012, 11:36:02 AM CDT

Council Circle
Oil on handmade paper
30"x45"

Painting in Juried Show

February 21 2012, 04:10:10 PM CST

Jerrod's painting Pearl River #5 has been accepted into the Mississippi Art Faculty Juried Exhibition at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art in Laurel, MS.

April 10 - Exhibition opens

April 21 - Reception and Awards Presentation, 2 p.m.

June 27 - Exhibition closes

New work in gallery

February 21 2012, 04:08:44 PM CST

Tuesday
Oil on handmade paper
24"x36"

Mississippi Artist's Guild workshop

February 21 2012, 04:04:32 PM CST

Jerrod taught a portrait drawing workshop on February 18th and 19th for the Mississippi Artist's Guild.

Class at Millsaps

February 07 2012, 08:44:06 PM CST

Jerrod is now an adjunct instructor of drawing at Millsaps College in Jackson, MS.

New work in gallery

January 02 2012, 11:46:08 AM CST

Goldenrod
Oil on handmade paper
28" x 40"

New work in gallery

January 02 2012, 11:15:58 AM CST

Austin
Charcoal
9" x 12"

National Exchange Club

November 08 2011, 08:15:57 AM CST

On Tuesday, November 8, 2011, Jerrod will be speaking at the meeting of the National Exchange Club in Ridgeland, Mississippi about his artwork and professional history. The National Exchange Club is a service club whose primary focus is the prevention of child abuse.

Fellowship

July 11 2011, 08:54:25 AM CDT

Jerrod has received a Mississippi Arts Commission Visual Arts Fellowship for 2012. This grant is a portion of the $1.5 million in grants the Commission will award in 2011-2012 and will be used to further Jerrod's career as a full-time artist. The grants are made possible by continued funding from the Mississippi State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Portico Article

July 03 2011, 09:40:47 PM CDT

An article written by Jerrod was published in the July issue of Portico Jackson Magazine. The article is about Jackson architect and artist Joe Perkins.

Article

June 11 2011, 09:28:07 PM CDT

Jerrod was recently included in the Jackson Free Press' cover story "Jackson's Creative Economy."

Drawing class in Vicksburg

June 07 2011, 09:32:17 PM CDT

Jerrod will be teaching a structural drawing class in Vicksburg, MS on Tuesdays in June through the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation.

Video about recent exhibition

April 22 2011, 09:40:05 PM CDT

Go to the link above to see a short video about Jerrod's recent exhibition "Southern Gothic".

New work in gallery

April 13 2011, 01:33:58 PM CDT

Tree Removal 2
Ink on paper
5.5"x8

New work in gallery

April 13 2011, 01:16:31 PM CDT

Grace
Graphite and white chalk on toned paper
9"x12"

New work in gallery

April 13 2011, 12:58:09 PM CDT

Fearmonger
Oil on collaged handmade paper
24"x30"

Solo Exhibition opening April 7th

March 29 2011, 03:47:53 PM CDT

Jerrod's exhibition of his new body of work "Southern Gothic" is opening at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson, MS on April 7th. In this exhibition Jerrod continues his use of contemporary realism and narrative in drawings and paintings. Building on his exhibition last April "Songs of Innocence/Songs of Experience", it is a further exploration of the use of oil painting on handmade paper.

Group show at Fischer

January 30 2011, 10:21:58 PM CST

Jerrod will be exhibiting three figure drawings in the group show "Nude and Figurative Show" at Fischer Galleries in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson. The opening reception will be on Thursday February 3, from 5-7 pm.

Scholastic Art Awards

January 30 2011, 10:14:35 PM CST

Jerrod was recently asked to judge the Scholastic Art Awards, an art competition for Middle, Junior High and High School Students, held each year at the Mississippi Museum of Art.

Jerrod receives grant

December 27 2010, 08:42:28 AM CST

Jerrod has received a $500 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission to attend the Portrait Society of America's annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia, April 2011.

Winter Figure Drawing Session

December 27 2010, 08:40:20 AM CST

The 10 week Winter Figure Drawing Session will begin on January 3, at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson. Classes meet Monday evenings from 6-9. Contact Jerrod for more information.

Art show and reception

October 26 2010, 04:55:56 PM CDT

Forest Community Arts, in association with B. Gatewood Gallery, presents an exhibition of recent works by Jerrod. A reception will be held at B. Gatewood Gallery (121 Front Street, Forest, MS) on November 7, 2010 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

Portrait drawing workshop

October 19 2010, 12:02:38 PM CDT

Jerrod will be teaching a portrait drawing workshop at the newly revamped Nunnery's at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson this weekend October 23, 24. The workshop will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and reconvene Sunday afternoon from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Contact Jerrod for more information.

Radio Interview

September 16 2010, 08:20:21 PM CDT

Friday September 17, at 4:30 PM Jerrod will be interviewed about his artwork on the Supertalk Mississippi radio show "On Deadline with Sid Salter".

Classes in Vicksburg, MS

September 07 2010, 10:00:05 AM CDT

Jerrod will be teaching portrait drawing classes on September 7, 14, 21, 28, in Vicksburg, Mississippi through the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation.

Fall Drawing Session

September 02 2010, 09:23:42 AM CDT

The 10 week Fall Figure Drawing Session will begin on September 13, at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson. Classes meet Monday evenings from 6-9. Contact Jerrod for more information.

New exhibition

September 02 2010, 08:47:13 AM CDT

Jerrod's exhibition "Expressing a Tradition: Portraits and Landscapes" is now hanging at the Mississippi Arts Commission space in the Woolfolk building in downtown Jackson. This exhibition showcases recent oil portraits as well as a selection of a new series of paintings of the Pearl River in Jackson. The show will be on display until the end of October with a reception on October 7th from 2:00-4:00 pm.

Northside Sun Magazine

August 06 2010, 05:24:35 PM CDT

Jerrod's April 2010 solo exhibition at Gallery 119 was recently featured in the Northside Sun Magazine. Page 1 Page 2

New work in gallery

July 13 2010, 12:42:32 PM CDT

Audrey and Jake
Oil on Linen
24" x 32"

Jerrod Featured in Article

June 17 2010, 08:18:14 PM CDT

Jerrod and his artwork are featured in the July issue of the Madison County Magazine.
Madison County Magazine, July 2010

Summer Drawing Classes

June 16 2010, 07:42:34 AM CDT

Jerrod is offering a few different drawing opportunities for the summer.

Structure drawing for teens
July 5-9
8:00 - 10:00 am
Gallery 119
$150

Adult figure drawing workshop
July 10-11
Saturday - 9:00 am -12:00 pm / 1:00-4:00 pm
Sunday - 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Gaddis Group Gallery in the Fondren Corner Building
$140

Adult figure drawing workshop
July 24-25
Saturday - 9:00 am -12:00 pm / 1:00-4:00 pm
Sunday - 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Gallery 119
$140

Painting wins award

June 14 2010, 07:33:58 PM CDT

Jerrod's painting "Central Park Dance Skaters" has won an honorable mention award at the juried exhibition "Just Dance".

"Just Dance" Juried Invitational Exhibition

June 05 2010, 08:32:32 PM CDT

Two of Jerrod's paintings were selected to be included in the "Just Dance" Juried Invitational Art Exhibition. The show opens on June 10 at the Mississippi Arts Center and is meant to coincide with the International Ballet Competition in Jackson.

New work in gallery

May 16 2010, 09:00:03 PM CDT

Dr. Lucas, Millsaps College President
Oil on Linen
32"x42"

Jerrod Featured in Article

April 20 2010, 11:49:07 AM CDT

Jerrod and his work were recently featured in an article in the Scott County Times.

New work in gallery

April 20 2010, 11:41:49 AM CDT

Study for His/Hers
Silverpoint on prepared paper
9"x9"

Solo exhibition in two weeks

March 25 2010, 08:46:24 PM CDT

Jerrod's first solo exhibition as a professional artist will be at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson for the month of April. The opening reception will be on April 8, from 5:00-8:00 pm. The title of the show is "Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience" and is a series of narrative based oil paintings on paper and canvas. There will also be a selection of drawings exhibited.

New work in gallery

March 18 2010, 03:39:57 PM CDT

Katie
Oil on Linen
30"x36"

Spring Figure Drawing Session

March 02 2010, 08:48:10 AM CST

The Spring Figure Drawing Session will begin on March 15, 2010. This is a 10 week session that meets on Monday evenings from 6-9 at Gallery 119 in Downtown Jackson, MS. Contact Jerrod for more information.

Millsaps College Presidential Portrait

February 25 2010, 08:43:09 AM CST

Jerrod has been commissioned to paint the official Presidential Portrait for Millsaps College in Jackson, MS of Dr. Frances Lucas. The portrait is to be unveiled at a special ceremony honoring Dr. Lucas on April 22, 2010.

New work in gallery

February 24 2010, 08:54:48 AM CST


Colored Pencil and white chalk on toned paper
9"x12"

Greater Jackson Arts Council Grant

February 11 2010, 03:49:26 PM CST

Jerrod has been awarded a Creative Artist Grant from the Greater Jackson Arts Council to assist with his upcoming solo exhibition "Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience" to be held at Gallery 119 in downtown Jackson, MS on April 8, 2010.

Group show of Figurative work

February 04 2010, 09:36:23 PM CST

Drawings by Jerrod are included in the current group show at Fischer Galleries in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, MS.

Art for Heart

January 19 2010, 08:16:38 AM CST

Attend the Art for Heart gala supporting the American Heart Association on Jan. 22, 2010 at the Country Club of Jackson and take advantage of the opportunity to bid on a portrait sitting by Jerrod with a market value of $2000. Call 601-321-1200 for more information.

New work in gallery

January 12 2010, 11:29:01 AM CST

Virginia
Colored Pencil and white chalk on toned paper

MS Museum of Art New Collectors Club

January 12 2010, 11:01:02 AM CST

On Thursday, January 14, 2010, the New Collectors Club of the Mississippi Museum of Art will be gathering for a tour of Jerrod's studio in the Fondren district of Jackson.

New work in gallery

January 05 2010, 02:27:26 PM CST

Catherine
Oil on Linen
18"x24"

Winter Figure Drawing Session

December 09 2009, 08:21:38 PM CST

The Winter Figure Drawing Session will Begin on January 4, 2010. This is a 10 week session that meets on Monday evenings from 6-9 at Gallery 119 in Downtown Jackson, MS. Contact Jerrod for more information.

Jerrod Featured in Article

November 18 2009, 09:54:14 AM CST

Jerrod and his artwork were featured in the Northeast Ledger, a community focused publication of the Clarion-Ledger.

Underground 119 Mural

November 10 2009, 10:45:46 PM CST

Jerrod has been commissioned to paint a mural in the entry stairwell to the new Underground 119 night club in downtown Jackson.

Jackson Art Seen Blog

September 14 2009, 11:15:32 AM CDT

Jerrod has created a new blog featuring art shows around the Jackson, MS area.

Mississippi Artists' Guild

August 26 2009, 02:41:13 PM CDT

Jerrod will be the guest speaker at the Mississippi Artists' Guild September 2009 member meeting to be held at The Municipal Gallery in Jackson, MS.

New work in gallery

August 19 2009, 10:00:13 AM CDT

Bennett
Oil on Canvas
16"x20"

Sam Beibers website

August 17 2009, 11:37:05 AM CDT

Check out fellow Mississippi artist Sam Beibers new website of watercolors and drawings. www.sambeibers.com

Portraits added

August 15 2009, 11:00:56 PM CDT

New portraits have been added to the online gallery.

New work in gallery

August 15 2009, 10:51:44 PM CDT

Pauline
Oil on Canvas
30"x36"

Fall Drawing Session

August 11 2009, 12:41:49 PM CDT

Jerrod's fall figure drawing session will begin on September 14, 2009, and run through November 16. The class meets Monday evenings from 6-9. Contact Jerrod for more information.