the art of
Creative • Soul • Frequency
Exploring the human spirit at play through color, form, memory, and lived experience.
Portfolio
Selected Works
Resume
Solo & Featured Exhibitions
Two decades of solo shows, featured exhibitions, and residencies across the country.
New York, NY
Agora Gallery, SoHo & Chelsea — 2005–2006
Blue Sky Eickholt Gallery — 2005
Los Angeles, CA
Walking to the Edge, Speranza Foundation — 2024
Dancing with Paints — 2008
Thrillz, An Art Event — 2005
Santa Ana, CA
Artist Studio/Gallery, Artists Village — 2014–2024
Avante Garden Gallery — 2004–2011
Laguna Beach & Santa Ana, CA
Assunta Fox Gallery — 2008–2015
Redlands, CA
University of Redlands, "The Faculty Show" — 2008–2015
Costa Mesa, CA
"A Night with 24 Peaces" — 2010
Portland, OR
The Corner Gallery, Alberta Street — 2005
Melbourne, FL
Lopressionism Gallery — 2007
"Bodies of Art" Group Exhibition
Taos, NM
Greg Moon Gallery, "Taos Arts Insurgency" — 2020
Residencies
Santa Ana Artist Village, Artist in Residence — 2016–2024
OCFA Resident Featured Artist — 2018–2021
About
The human spirit at play
Gene Jimenez is a Southern California artist whose painting practice explores the human spirit through color, form, memory, and lived experience.
His work reflects a deep interest in humanity, cultural identity, play, resilience, and the emotional spaces we often carry quietly. With a background in art, design, teaching, and storytelling, Gene creates paintings that feel both personal and universal.
Grounded in observation, empathy, and the ongoing search for meaning through creative expression.
Press
In the Spotlight
Awakened Magazine
Creativity and the Human Spirit at Play
Unlocking the secrets of sustaining creative dreams while balancing life's practical demands. A deep dive into heritage, resilience, and the power of imagination.
Bold Journey
Meet Gene Jimenez
On finding purpose through the thread that connects painting, comics, sound, and education. Curiosity, resilience, and learning to listen.
Connect
Get in Touch
Interested in commissioning work, collaborating, or just want to connect? I'd love to hear from you.
Southern California, CA, USA