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Jon Blanchette1950s Capitola California Seascape Marine Oil Painting, Framed Ocean Landscapecirca 1955
circa 1955
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Capitola, California – Original Oil on Board Seascape Painting by Jon Blanchette (circa 1955)
This captivating marine seascape painting titled "Capitola, California" by Jon Blanchette (1908-1987) was created around 1955. The piece beautifully captures the coastal beauty of Capitola, with crashing waves and buildings along the shoreline. Painted in a vibrant palette of blues, greens, and oranges, the artwork brings to life the dynamic interaction of the ocean with the coastal structures. The scene evokes a sense of movement and tranquility, showcasing Blanchette’s skill in blending romantic realism with bold color contrasts.
This original oil on board painting is presented in a custom frame with outer dimensions of 25 ½ x 31 ¾ inches. The image itself measures 20 x 24 inches, making it a striking focal point for any collection.
About the Artist: Jon Blanchette (1908-1987)
Jon Blanchette was born in Somerset, England, on March 29, 1908, and moved to Battle Creek, Michigan, in 1918. He showed artistic talent from a young age, studying at the Pittsburgh Art Institute. In 1932, Blanchette and his wife, Jean, relocated to Los Angeles, where he worked at Fox Studios, creating paintings, architectural designs, interior décor, and stage sets.
In 1948, he shifted away from commercial work and settled in Aptos, California, where he focused on fine art and began teaching privately. Throughout the summers from 1965 to 1975, he conducted art workshops in Mendocino, sharing his knowledge and passion with aspiring artists.
Blanchette, a romantic realist, was known primarily as an oil painter, but his artistic talents also extended to pen & ink, watercolor, and silk screen. He passed away on July 3, 1987, in Aptos, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of fine art.
This painting of Capitola is a perfect example of Blanchette’s mastery and his deep connection to California’s stunning coastal landscapes.
- Creator:Jon Blanchette (1908-1987, American, British)
- Creation Year:circa 1955
- Dimensions:Height: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Framing:Frame IncludedFraming Options Available
- Condition:Painting is clean and in very good vintage condition - please contact us for a complete condition report.
- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: 106101stDibs: LU2739759742
Jon Blanchette
Jon Blanchette was born in Somerset, England, in 1908. He immigrated to Battle Creek, Michigan, in 1918. Artistically inclined at age six, he later studied at the Pittsburgh Art Institute, where he received his BA. In 1932, Blanchette moved to Los Angeles, where he painted, did the architectural design, interior decorating and stage sets for Fox Studios. In 1948, he settled in Aptos, California, where he painted fine art and taught privately. During the summers of 1965–75, Blanchette held workshops in Mendocino. A romantic realist, he was primarily an oil painter but was also proficient with pen & ink, watercolor, and silkscreen. Blanchette died in Aptos in 1987. He had a membership for the Santa Cruz Art League and Marin County Artists. Blanchette exhibited at Santa Cruz Women's Club, 1959, and stood first in the Santa Cruz County Art Competition, Aptos Art Center, 1965.
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