Jimmy Sun is a visual artist based in Toronto, Ontario. He began formal drawing and painting lessons with a private instructor at age 14 and continued his training through art-school programs. Years of intensive study and practice have shaped his ability to create paintings that are well received by viewers.
Artistic Statement
Jimmy is inspired by the landscapes of North America but does not aim to reproduce scenes mechanically. He seeks to capture nature’s fleeting, magnificent moments and to convey the joyful atmosphere those moments evoke. Over time his style has shifted from realism toward an emphasis on the fascination of light. He applies principles of aesthetic design and uses tonal control, color harmony, and expressive brushwork to increase the emotional and visual impact of his work.
Education and Training
Private art instruction beginning at age 14
Continued studies through various art-school trainings and workshops
Selected Awards
2009 — Second Place, Framing Dames Art Show, Toronto; "Fishing Season" (oil, 16 x 20 in)
2012 — Best Oil Painting, The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto; "The Creek of Inglish Fall, Ontario" (oil, 18 x 22 in)
2013 — Honorable Mention, The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto; "Ablaze with Fall Foliage II" (oil, 22 x 40 in)
2017 — Juror’s Award, Cedar Ridge Gallery Spring Art Show, Toronto; "Niagara Falls II" (oil, 18 x 36 in)
Collections
Jimmy’s paintings are held in private collections in Canada, the United States, Germany, the Czech Republic, and China.
Contact
Jimmy accepts commissions and exhibition inquiries. Please provide the preferred contact details or gallery information to include here.
