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Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

American, British, 1908-1987

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.

(Biography provided by Robert Azensky Fine Art)
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Artist: Jon Blanchette
Mid Century Figurative Landscape -- Aptos Village Apple Shed and Market
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Charming mid century figurative landscape of Aptos Village Apple Shed and Market by listed California artist Jon Blanchette (American, 1908-1987). Aptos is just south of Santa Cruz,...
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1960s American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Jon Blanchette Northern California Countryside Oil Painting, Mid-Century
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Mid Century Portrait of Woman
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Masonite

Mid Century Female Nude Figure, Sea Cliff Beach
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
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1950s American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Masonite, Oil

East Santa Cruz Landscape: Yellow Farmhouse with Storm Clouds Oil Painting
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
East Santa Cruz (California) is a striking original oil painting on canvas board by noted California artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987). This evocative landscape features a bright yellow farmhouse set against a backdrop of dramatic dark gray storm clouds, capturing the natural beauty and emotional contrast of the California coast. Blanchette’s expert use of light and color creates a compelling sense of both tranquility and approaching tension. Painted in the mid-20th century, this work reflects Blanchette’s signature romantic realism and deep connection to the California landscape. The painting is presented in a custom frame using archival materials. Framed dimensions: 21 ¾ x 25 ¾ x 1 ½ inches, image size: 16 x 20 inches About the Artist: Born in England, Blanchette studied at the Pittsburgh Art...
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1950s American Modern Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Mendocino Hippies, 1960s Framed Northern California Landscape Tents & Figures
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
California, titled Mendocino Hippies. Depicting a peaceful camp scene with tents nestled under a grove of trees, the artwork features calming tones of green, blue, white, golden yell...
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Oil

1950s Soquel California Barns Landscape, Vintage Oil Painting, Blue Green Red
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
Charming mid-century oil painting by noted California artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987), titled "Barns in Soquel." This original, signed work is painted on canvas board and captures ...
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Mid Century Nude Study, Reclining Figure on Blue Original Oil
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Nude Study, Reclining Figure on Blue in Oil on Board Mid Century nude study of a female figure in a reclining pose with a rich blue background by listed artist Jon Blanc...
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1960s Photorealist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Basking in the Sun - Mid Century Modern Multicolor Female Figurative
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Multi-colored figurative oil painting of a woman in bikini bathing in the California sun by listed California artist Jon Blanchette (American, 1908-1987). The colorful background is...
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1950s American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Mid Century Portrait of Woman in Red Hat
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century portrait of a woman wearing red by Jon Blanchette (American, 1908-1987). Signed by the artist in the lower right corner. Canvas has been mounted on fiberboard. Unframed. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Fiberboard

Mid Century Portrait -- Freckled Red Head Boy
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid century portrait of a red-haired boy with freckles by Jon Blanchette (American, 1908-1987). Rendered his signature style, this portrait is clean and vibrant. The subject is looki...
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Masonite, Oil

Harbor Master's House, Santa Cruz California Landscape with Palm Trees & Cottage
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
This original vintage oil painting, titled "Harbor Master's House, Santa Cruz, California," was created by the talented artist Jon Blanchette (1908-1987). Painted in the 1950s-1960s, this serene coastal landscape captures the beauty of Northern California, featuring iconic palm trees, charming white cottages, and the tranquil coastal setting of Santa Cruz. The painting is executed in the American Impressionist style, with soft, harmonious colors like green, blue, white, light brown, red, and beige, creating a peaceful and inviting scene. The artwork is signed by the artist in the lower right corner and titled on the verso, adding a personal touch to this stunning piece of history. Presented in a custom, dark-toned brown frame, the painting's outer dimensions are 31 x 27 x 1.125 inches, with the image size measuring 24 x 20 inches. About the Artist: Jon Blanchette was born in England in 1908 and moved to the United States with his family in 1918, settling in Battle Creek, Michigan. He studied at the Pittsburgh Art Institute before moving to Los Angeles in 1932, where he worked as a commercial artist for Fox Studios. In 1948, Blanchette made Santa Cruz, California, his permanent home, where he focused on painting and gave private art lessons. A member of the Santa Cruz Art League and the Marin County Artists, Blanchette is best known for his captivating oil paintings of Northern California landscape...
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20th Century American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Jon Blanchette, 1955 California Coastal Oil Painting, "Capitola, California"
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Located in Denver, CO
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1950s American Impressionist Jon Blanchette Figurative Paintings

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Mid Century Portrait of a Woman - Original Oil on Board
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On Broadway, Santa Cruz, Southern California, 1950s Landscape Oil Painting
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In Soquel, California, 1950s Farm Landscape with Silo, Blue, Green, Gold, Gray
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