Episode 24
In this week's episode... we chat with artist Jack Shure and discuss his introduction to the Grateful Dead scene, the path his art has taken him along, living a life and having a family outside of the "normal" structures of society's expectations, and the sweet spot where all those paths intersect.
Jack Shure is a surrealist painter who got his start selling posters on Dead tour. He is known for his vibrant and surrealist paintings that mix psychedelic culture with fine art. His works often evoke a sense of wonder, magic, and mystery. Jack’s artwork has been featured in galleries and publications around the world. He has also been invited to show his work in several international solo shows. Shure also creates art under the moniker Golden Rule Fine Goods where he creates dead inspired art and apparel including fully embroidered posters, back patches, hats, and posters.
Jack Shure is an artist based in Boulder, Colorado, known for his recent collection of paintings. His art is a unique blend of past, present, and future experiences, offering a distilled reflection of the significant moments, lessons, and inspirations that have shaped his life.
Shure's artistic philosophy revolves around the idea of telling non-obvious stories through his pictures. He believes in creating artwork that invites viewers to contemplate and discover, often pushing the boundaries between ugliness and beauty. According to him, beauty is a matter of choice through transmutation and exists solely through perception. As a result, his work exhibits an organic quality, constantly evolving and transforming itself.
In Jack Shure's art, you will find a captivating fusion of personal history and creative exploration, where each piece holds a deeper meaning waiting to be unraveled by those who take the time to engage with it.
To gain further insights into Jack Shure, keep an eye out for the following:
Jack Shure:: https://www.jackshureart.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/golden_rule_goods?igsh=MXhzNDI0ZHR5cTBoaQ==
Images: https://www.jackshureart.com/images
PRESS:
https://archive00.com/Jack-Shure
https://www.booooooom.com/2022/07/21/artist-spotlight-jack-shure/
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/soul-sanitizer-jack-shure-thinkspace-projects-los-angeles/
https://galleryviewer.com/en/exhibition/2990/dad-bod
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