Introduction
Jack Frame, a visionary British artist, transforms the natural world into ethereal spectacles that linger in the mind’s eye. Born in Kent in 1986, Frame’s landscapes—particularly his iconic depictions of solitary trees against shimmering gold leaf—blend romanticism with a modern edge. A graduate of the Glasgow School of Art, his work transcends traditional painting, employing oil and mixed media on unconventional surfaces like Perspex and glass to capture the fleeting beauty of nature. His cherry blossom trees, delicate yet bold, stand as silent sentinels against reflective backdrops, evoking both awe and introspection. Frame’s art is a dialogue between the organic and the artificial, where the rustle of leaves meets the gleam of metal, inviting viewers to ponder humanity’s place in an ever-shifting world. Hailed as one of the UK’s most collectable young talents, his creations pulse with emotion, balancing vivid intensity with a haunting stillness that speaks to the soul.
Biography
Jack Frame was born in Chatham, Kent, in 1986 to Scottish parents, a duality that foreshadowed his blend of rugged tradition and innovative flair. His artistic journey began at the Kent Institute of Art & Design, but it was at the Glasgow School of Art, where he graduated in 2007, that he truly found his voice. His degree show sold out, a harbinger of the acclaim to come, marking him as a rising star. Early recognition followed with awards like the GSA Painting Award and the Prize for Landscape Drawing, cementing his reputation. From 2007 to 2009, as artist-in-residence at The Lomond School, Frame’s work gained wider exposure through the BBC documentary “Glasgow Boys,” spotlighting him as a torchbearer of Scotland’s landscape legacy.
Frame’s signature style emerged from his fascination with trees—cherry blossoms and oaks—set against gold and silver leaf, a nod to his self-described “magpie” tendencies toward shiny surfaces. Starting with sketches from life, he layers oil paint in his Glasgow studio, letting imagination guide the intricate blossoms’ depth. His time tending gardens as a student intertwined with his art, each canvas a cultivated reflection of nature’s cycles. By 2009, his win at the Jolomo Landscape Art Prize underscored his growing influence. Now a sought-after name, Frame’s works grace collections from Glasgow to Hong Kong, captivating audiences with their poetic resonance and unspoken questions about time, beauty, and existence.
