Vintage Florida, to Jacksonville and Beyond
AT THE JACKSONVILLE MAIN LIBRARY
LISA LOFTON
Artist Statement
I love to look for the character of an object, place, or time.  My current series, “Vintage Florida,” was
born out of a pandemic and the need to return to one of my life's happiest times.  I visited my grandparents in Florida and discovered another world.  I saw this State as a beautiful adventure with so much to offer a visitor.  When my parents asked if I’d like to live in Florida, I leaped at the chance!  Born in the 60s, many of my Florida pieces reflect memories of objects and places that have brought me a sense of joy and peace.  Much of my work has been focused on my home, the city of Jacksonville, it is steeped in history.  The residents of this city tell compelling stories about its past, present, and future.  My subject matter does not always need to be serious; it can have a sense of humor and make people smile.
 
For me, painting is like reading a well-loved book, a vehicle for escapism when needed, and always a
path to understanding myself and my surroundings.  There is more than an intrinsic value in things;
their relationship with a person gives them a new identity that is often sentimental and priceless.  I
hope to revive fond memories for each viewer with my current series.   Welcome to Florida and a
Sunshine State of Mind!
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LISA'S BIO

Lisa Lofton is the President of the Art Center Cooperative, Inc., and the Vice President of the Jacksonville Artists’ Guild.  Lisa is also a member of the Art League of Jacksonville.  She studied Architectural Design and Fine Art at the University of Florida and Information Technologies at the University of North Florida.  She ended up working in computer technologies for the better part of her professional life; 12 years as a senior project manager of a fortune 500 company and another 15 years as a graphic designer, web designer, and marketing manager for a European Linen retailer.  She now focuses all her attention on artistic endeavors.  Lisa is a 2-D Artist who works primarily with acrylic on canvas.  She also enjoys the use of a variety of mediums.  Her current works depict Jacksonville and Florida as a whole.  Her paintings are influenced by the architecture, people, landscape, and industry of her city and state. 
Her bright illustrative style invites an emotional connection to a time and place.  She enjoys the combination of bright acrylic colors, washes, charcoal, and ink.  She is currently working on a series titled, “Vintage Florida” which was inspired by a diner placemat depiction of Florida.  Lisa has created a variety of commissioned works depicting local cityscapes, and architecture for local collectors.
Lisa’s artwork can be found in private collections nationally and internationally.
 
Artist CV

Upcoming Exhibitions
Oct 2022, Vintage Florida, to Jacksonville and Beyond, Main Library, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2023, Solo Show with Jacksonville Symphony, Beaches Art Series, Jacksonville, Fl
 
Exhibitions & Public Art
August 2022, Reach for the Stars Mural, Merrill Road Elementary, Jacksonville, Fl
July 2022, Masks, The Art Center Cooperative, Inc, Jacksonville, Fl
June 2022, Jacksonville Past and Present, Main Library Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2022, The Way I See It, TAC Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2022, RAP Garden Tour Plein Air, Jacksonville, Fl
April 2022, Art House, RAP Home Tour, Jacksonville, Fl
Jan 2022, In Flight, TAC Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
Nov 2021, Demonstration “Vintage Florida”, Orange Park Artists’ Guild, Orange Park Fl
Oct 2021, Autumn Leaves, TAC Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
Oct 2021, Commission for Jacksonville Museum of Science & History, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2021, Vandroff Gallery, A Sunshine State of Mind-Solo Exhibit, JCA Jacksonville, Fl
August 2021, STEAM Mural, SP Livingston Elementary, Jacksonville, Fl
August 2021, Quiet Moments, Bethal Gallery, Ponte Vedra, Fl
August 2021, Chocolate, The Art Center Cooperative Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
June 2021, Jacksonville Art-iFacts, JIA Skymall, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2021, Solo Show – It’s a Sunshine State of Mind, JCA , Jacksonville, Fl
Mar 2021, Magic Moments, The Art Center Cooperative Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
Jan 2021, To Be Continued, Gallery 1037 Reddi Arts, Jacksonville, Fl
Dec 2020, The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Art See & Shop
Aug 2020, Dance Connects Us - Individual Show - Florida Ballet, Jacksonville Fl
​Aug 2020, Essence of Jacksonville – MOSH, Jacksonville, Fl
Jul 2020, First-Place, Tune-In, The Art Center Cooperative Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
Jul 2020, Where the Wild Women Go, FemArt, Jacksonville, Fl
Mar 2020, Fresh Paint, Gallery 1037 Reddi Arts, Jacksonville, Fl
Jan 2020, Individual Show - The Art Center Cooperative Gallery, Jacksonville, Fl
May 2019, The Naughty Show – The Vault at 1930, Jacksonville, Fl
Apr 2019, Five Points - RAP Home Tour Preview Silent Auction, Jacksonville, Fl
Apr 2019, Art House – RAP Home Tour, Jacksonville, Fl
Feb 2019, Judges Choice, Celebrating Jacksonville – South Kitchen, Jacksonville, Fl
 
Website: LisaLoftonArt.com . Instagram: @loftonuser . Email: [email protected]
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