Jonathan McPhillips graduted from from Connecticut College in 1993 with a BFA in Studio Fine Art. His artwork celebrates the coastal splendor of New England and beyond. Equally adept at working in the studio or on location, Jonathan's work encompasses harbors, beaches, vessels, and the distinct architecture of the coastal marine environment. Jonathan's artistry has garnered recognition on both national and international levels. His work has also been showcased in various U.S. embassies through the "Art in Embassies" program by the U.S. Department of State. Jonathan McPhillips' recent accolades showcase his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. 2023 was a busy year for Jonathan, with several prestigious awards and recognitions, including the Cape An Plein Air "Best Seascape" Award, and the American Impressionist Society National Juried 2nd Place Award. As an esteemed member of various professional art organizations, including the Providence Art Club, and the above-mentioned American Impressionists Society, Jonathan continues to evolve and inspire with his evocative artwork, bringing to life the subjects he captures on canvas. A dedicated educator, Jonathan shares his expertise and passion with aspiring artists through workshops and demonstrations across the United States. He has instructed at prestigious institutions such as the Hilton Head Art League Academy, Rockport Art Association, and Lyme Art Association, among many others. Jonathan McPhillips not only shares his artistic expertise through in-person workshops and demonstrations but also embraces the digital realm by providing video instruction through Epiphany Fine Art. This platform enables him to reach a broader audience of art enthusiasts and aspiring painters, guiding them on their creative journey and nurturing their passion for the visual arts. Through his video lessons, Jonathan breaks down his techniques and insights, empowering students to hone their skills and find their own artistic voice. Recent Awards and Accomplishments: 2023 Cape Ann Plein Air "Best Seascape" Award.2023 Perkins Cove Paint Out, Ogunquit, ME, Second Place Award2023 Almenara Collection International Art Prize Honorable Mention2023 American Impressionist Society National Juried 2nd Place Award2023 Paint Annapolis 2023 3rd place "Art on on the Avenue" historic district award2022 Best Light in the Landscape Award2022 Olmsted 200 Celebration, "Best Light in the Landscape" Award2022 Cape Ann Plein Air "Quick Draw", First Place Award.2022 Cape Ann Plein Air Honorable Mention Award.2021 Cape Ann Plein Air, First Place Award2021 Perkins Cove Paint Out, Ogunquit, ME, Second Place Award2021 American Impressionists Society President's Choice Award, Omaha, NE2019 Roux and Cyr International Fine Art juried show First Place Award, Portland, ME2019 American Impressionists Society, Plein Air Magazine Award of Excellence, New York.2019 Finalist, Fine Art Studios Online Competition, May.2019 Finalist, Fine Art Studios Online Competition, June.2018 "Silvio Valerio SCNY Award, Fall Auctions, Salmagundi Club, NY2018 "Rosemary & Co. Brushes Award", Sylvia Maria Glesman Floral Exhibition, Salmagundi Club, NY2018 134th Annual Members Exhibition, Gene Magazine Award for a Traditional Oil, Salmagundi Club, NY2018 American Impressionist Society Signature Member Status.2017 Art League of Rhode Island "Boats, Surf, Beaches" Juried Exhibition with Award of Merit, Providence, RI.2015 The Museum Purchase Award, The maritime Gallery at Mystic Seaport, International Exhibition.2015 "Best Sense of Mystery" Award, Olmsted Plein Air Invitational, Atlanta, GA.2015 The Boldbrush Award, Fine Art Studios Online competition, September Professional Affiliations: American Impressionist Society, Signature MemberProvidence Art ClubNational Watercolor SocietyAmerican Watercolor SocietyNew England Watercolor SocietyRockport Art AssociationLyme Art AssociationNational Oil and Acrylic Painters' SocietyHilton Head Art League Academy, Hilton Head, SC (workshop 2018)Palmetto Bluff/Montage Resorts, Bluffton, SC (workshop, 2017)The Ocean House, Westerly, RI (artist in residence)Rockport Art Association, Rockport, MA (workshops)Cape Cod Art Association, Barnstable, MA (workshops)Falmouth Artist Guild, Falmouth, MA (workshops)The Lyme Art Association, Old Lyme, CT (workshops)West Hartford Art League, West Hartford, CT (workshops)The Wianno Club, Osterville, MA (private workshops)The Coleman Center for Creative Studies, Newport, RI (course instruction)The Maritime Gallery, Mystic, CT (demonstrations)Addison Art Gallery, Orleans, MA (demonstrations)Franklin Art Association, Franklin, MA (demonstrations)The Plum Beach Club, Saunderstown, RI (private demonstrations) Other Awards and Exhibitions: 2019 Cape Ann Plein Air Festival and Competition, Gloucester, MA2017 American Impressionist Society 18th National Juried Exhibition, Park City, UT.2017 Maritime Gallery 38th Juried International Marine Art Exhibition, Mystic, CT.2017 Modern Marine Masters Exhibition, Mystic, CT.2017 One Man Show, Addison Art Gallery, Cape Cod, MA.2017 Laguna Plein Air Painters "August Nights" Juried Exhibition.2017 Laguna Plein Air Painters " Best of Plein Air" Juried Exhibition.2017 "All Hands on Deck" Group Invitational Exhibition, Newport, RI.2014 American Impressionists Society 15th Annual National Juried Exhibition, Denver, CO2014 Greenhouse Gallery Salon, San Antonio, TX2014 2018 Olmsted Plein Air Invitational, Atlanta, GA2013 Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art Juried Exhibition, Legacy Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ2013 American Impressionists Society 14th Annual National Juried Exhibition, Charlestown, SC2013 Masters in Miniature Invitational, Trailside Gallery, Jackson Hole, WY2012 The Noble Nocturn, Salmagundi Club, NY, NY (First Place Award)2011-2013 American Society of Marine Artists 15th National Exhibition2011 Elected Artist Member: Salmagundi Club NY, 20112011 Carmel Art Festival, Carmel California2010-2019 The Annual International Marine Art Exhibition, The Maritime Gallery at Mystic Seaport, Mystic, CT2010 Oil Painters of America Eastern Regional juried Exhibition Walls Fine Art Gallery, Willmington, NC2008 Little Compton, RI, Juried exhibition Honorable Mention2005 Green River Gallery, Bristol RI, Award of Merit2005 Blackstone River Gallery, Woonsocket, RI Honorable mention2004 New York Yacht Club and The Newport Art Museum First Place-"Best in Fleet2002 Newport Art Museum, Newport,RI, Honorable Mention – Painting2001 South County Art Association, Kingston, RI, First Place Award2001 South County Art Association, Kingston, RI, Honorable Mention2001 Wickford Art Association, North Kingstown, RI, First Place Award2000 South County Art Association, Kingston, RI, First Place Award1999 Wickford Art Association, North Kingstown, RI, Second Place Award1999 Warwick Museum of Art, Warwick, RI, Second Place Award