could further phase out from the Madison Avenue scene. Here Jack opened his Artists Studio in Rhinebeck, New York where he briefly dabbled in ceramics. He soon took on the position as art director and production manager for Taconic Press Newspapers from 1975–1977. Fine artist Although Jack produced dozens of paintings throughout his early days and commercial career, in 1977, he all but gave up his commercial art business to begin painting full-time. A keen interest in 19th century sailing ships and farming helped to shape the subject and style of his paintings. Earlier work exhibited his expressionist style in his landscape art and seascapes. Into the 80’s as his representational style developed, his vibrancy was evident in his tumultuous seas and magnificent skies. Always a stickler for detail, his attention to perspective and shadow were second to none. Often Wemp built models for his work to capture subtle shadings. His work always had a place in the seasons and a story behind it. Much of his work exhibited a heart and arrow with JW loves PW inscribed within. This symbol would be discreetly illustrated as a carving in a tree, building or furniture and was a testimony of his love for his wife of nearly 60 years, Peggy. Recognition His work graces the cover of John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition (Catalpa rescue) () Received The American Artists Professional League Award for Representational Art in 2004 and 2005 Was a member and received an award from the Salmagundi Art Club in NYC. Member of The Hudson Valley Art Association under which he sold pieces and received awards. Work exhibited extensively at Mystic Seaport Gallery and The Annapolis Marine Art Gallery. Wemp was chosen out of dozens of artists to paint the mural for The Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, New York. Numerous consignment pieces grace many homes and businesses across the country and one found a suitable home on the cruise ship MS Prinsendam (1988). Rendition of Wemp's ancestor's barn The Greater Wemp Barn (built by Jan Wemp in the 18th century and recently purchased, moved and restored by Carl Touhey in Fuera Bush NY is available through the non-profit organization, The Dutch Barn Preservation Society as a print. Wemp's estate continues an exclusive publishing deal with Art Licensing References 20th-century American painters American male painters 21st-century American painters 21st-century American male artists American landscape painters American marine artists Artists from