About the Artist

Jon Haug was born in Tampa, Florida, but raised in the mountains of North Carolina. Early on he developed a love of art, and was awarded three art scholarships while attending high school in Florida. He studied art and graphics and spent eight years in the printing and graphics industry in Florida and New York before returning to North Carolina. He is a second generation plasterer and specialized in creating beautiful textures and faux effects. In recent years he returned to his love of drawing and painting. He specializes in charcoals and oil paintings. His first love is the figure and portraiture, but has been inspired by the beauty of the Wilmington area to incorporate landscapes into his portfolio.

Growing up working with his father, a skilled plasterer, he has a true love of texture and loves to paint on textured surfaces. Since picking up his paintbrush again, he has won numerous awards, including: 2016 Azalea Festival Merit Award, 2015 NC Silver Arts Best Drawing Award, 2016 Landfall Foundation Art Show Third in Show, 2015 Art in The Arboretum People's Choice, 2017 Azalea Festival People's Choice.

Commisions and Portrait Commisions

Procedure:

After meeting and discussing your preferences regarding subject matter, size, composition, color preference and mood of the piece, a initial thumbnail sketch will be provided. If a photographic reference is required, such as for a portrait, a photo shoot can be arranged, and 20 to 100 digital photos will be taken, depending on the complexity of the piece. For portraits, an optional life session is preferred. This color study will be referred to for the final portrait.  A digital thumbnail proof can be given to show the overall direction of the work. At this point a 50% deposit is required. 

When the work is complete a digital proof will be provided via email for approval. When you have approved of the piece, it will be shipped and final payment is due.

Turnaround time may very depending on my waiting list, but usually a 1 to 2 month lead time is needed. 

2018 prices are as follows:

• 16" x 20"  - $1280
• 18″ x 24″ - $1728
• 20″ x 24″ -$1950
• 24" x 24" -$2304
• 24″ x 36″ -$2950

Prices do not include sales tax and are unframed. Framing available upon request at additional charge. Shipping charges included at ground rate.