Jack Connelly is an established, self-taught artist from Houston, Texas, where he has been painting for over 40 years. Predominantly working in acrylic and oil paints, Connelly’s artistic styles are known for their detail and originality, and range from precise military and aviation to one-of-a-kind sci-fi and surreal pieces.

Inspiration for Connelly’s work emerges from a love of history, mechanics, past and future possibilities and a passion for visualizing his endless imagination. This wide array of influences has led to his paintings being put on display in the U.S.S. Wainwright Museum, The Benedict University of Chicago, Illinois as well as achieving awards from Sci-Fi Conventions and the Art Association Group.

Jack Connelly has participated in art festivals throughout Houston, “Wings over Houston” Air Shows and local art gallery displays. He hopes to use his talent to restore a sense of wonder and encourage
One of Jack’s goals is to teach art classes again, has he had done for several years in the 1990’s through a local church/community organization. Jack feels that passing on his knowledge and skills to those who share his love for art is a way he is able to help others and inspire them to grow.

Artist Statement: "I like to paint places I cannot go, places that aren't anymore, or will be or may never be… History and Science Fiction. Imagination becomes reality on canvas through acrylic and oil. Each piece holds inside quality, detail, color, and depth - along with a lifetime of learnin' art on my own."