HI FRIEND
HI FRIEND
As an artist, I am known as Spring Break Jake.
Legally, my name is Jacob Jerome Kenobi.
But you can call me Jake.
“Spring Break Jake (b. 1989) uses the inevitability of death as motivation to explore the inner oceans of mental health. By creating darkly tropical work that focuses on vulnerability, he illuminates the unseen parts of ourselves while encouraging an acceptance of both the good & the bad, the light & the dark.
From the adherence of found materials to the sculptural effect of thickened acrylic paint, his painting’s themes are reflected in his unique illustrative technique on top of textured layers of gestural abstraction; a physical representation of our often tumultuous minds.
Through the repeated symbolism of death on holiday, Jake’s art ultimately recognizes that while no one gets out of this life alive, we can all find paradise along the way.
Jake is a self-taught painter & mixed media artist born & raised in Minneapolis, MN, currently based in Bend, OR. His work has been shown throughout the US West Coast, including solo shows in Bend, Portland, & Encinitas, group shows in Bend, San Francisco, & Los Angeles, and juried art fairs in Seattle, San Francisco, Reno, & LA.
He was selected as one of the first Artists-in-Residence with Scalehouse Arts in Bend and has participated in speaking engagements such as an exhibition artist talk with his actual therapist, a panel discussion on the impact of art on health & well-being at the Reno Tahoe International Art Show, and leading a teen art workshop in collaboration with the High Desert Museum. Jake’s work has also been featured in print publications such as Vanity Fair UK, British GQ, House & Garden, Create! Magazine, and more.”
What I Do
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My art is a delicately measured cocktail (or mocktail) of curious creativity and sideways individuality that brings the beach to you, wherever you are.
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I’ve been breaking into the world of illustrative abstract expressionist art and would love to put my experience into a custom piece for your home or business!
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Nothing says “We’re a rad business” like a mural! I’ve had the pleasure of creating a number of both interior & exterior murals in my signature style while still capturing each brand’s unique personality and demographic.
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I create eye-catching illustrations for brands & businesses across multiple industries looking to stand out in the marketplace.
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To this day, a good ol’ t-shirt is still one of my favorite canvases, but I’ve created artwork for all kinds of apparel and am always down to put my visual art on anything and everything wearable.
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My skills, interest, & abilities are always evolving, so if you think you have a project that just maybe I’d be a good fit for, don’t hesitate to reach out!
People Who
Think I Do It Well
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“It’s always a pleasure working with Jake. He’s professional, delivers amazing work on time, and always has a great attitude. His design aesthetic fits our tone and vibe perfectly and we look forward to working with Jake on future Surfrider projects!”
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“Spring Break Jake is one of the most fun designers I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Every idea is a good idea when it comes to Jake, and the art was even better than expected!”
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“Jake’s style was a key inspiration for our Eternal Vacation collection. He then was able to work with us to deliver on our ideas through that style in an open, efficient, constructive, and collaborative process. That process wouldn’t be without snags, but his humble approach and determination to get the final line right where we wanted, was much appreciated. Together we brought forward the collection as we had imagined it and it’s a truly beautiful creation. Jake’s illustration/art is crafted out of care, the same care he brings to his projects and commissions, he’s absolutely a pleasure to work with. ”
Drop Me A Line
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Even if you just need someone to talk to.
