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Heavy Mettle: Paintings, Scott Jacobs

17 images Created 4 Aug 2020

With a career now spanning three decades and counting, artist Scott Jacobs has consistently reached and then surpassed new heights. First recognized by Harley-Davidson Motor Company for his artistic talent, he was signed by them to a long-term fine art program in 1993. Since then, Scott has expanded into different genres entering himself into the mainstream of the fine art community. Included on that list is imagery of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Corvette, Ford GT and Mustang, exotic cars, wine still life’s, flowers, and many more.

The common theme of his work; regardless of the subject is his hyper-photorealism. It is his mastery of this style that has enamored audiences around the globe. People from the West Coast to Eastern Europe and beyond enjoy his work as it currently hangs in more than 90 countries and has been displayed in over 30 museums.

Scott’s medium of choice is acrylic and oil paint on Belgian linen and his tool is a paintbrush smaller than a pencil. Scott works from photographs but draws each and every subject out freehand with a pencil. He then begins the blocking in process and blending of multiple colors to achieve the desired values for a particular work. It is an arduous procedure that few artists would dare undertake. His reward is witnessing his collectors’ reaction when they see the finished product for the first time. With that, Scott has had a career of success few artists can claim.

After years of achievement as an artist, Scott decided to get back into the retail business by opening a large gallery in Deadwood, SD called the “Jacobs Gallery”. This is a place where the public can view Scott’s originals, large collection of vintage motorcycles, limited edition prints, and his very own apparel line. The gallery also includes a studio where Scott paints when he’s not traveling the world making appearances. Scott Jacobs (2020)

See more of Scott's work at www.jacobsgalleryshop.com
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  • “Finishing Touch”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2013<br />
<br />
A close family friend, Sarah Campbell, modeled<br />
for this piece which has been one of Scotts most<br />
well known images.
    3 Finishing_Touch_Scott_Jacobs.jpg
  • “Effie”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2010<br />
<br />
This 1915 Harley-Davidson was ridden by 3 time motorcycle hall of famer Cris Sommer Simmons in the prestigious Cannonball Race across the country multiple times.
    2 Effie_scott_jacobs_harleyart.jpg
  • "Main Street Madness"<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2019
    4 Main-street-madness-Sturgis2019-sc...jpg
  • “Pappy Was Here”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2014<br />
<br />
Pappy Hoel started Sturgis back in 1938. This was Scotts official piece for the 2014 Sturgis Rally.
    1 Pappy-Was-Here-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “A Close Encounter”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2015<br />
<br />
The Largest painting Scott has ever done depicting his two daughters Olivia and Alexa taking a selfie. “A Close Encounter” was Scotts official 75th Anniversary Sturgis release.
    7 A_Close_ Encounter_scott_jacobs.jpg
  • “The Panhandler”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2012<br />
<br />
The painting depicting Scotts close friend Paul Lowe was the 2012 Sturgis Rally cover piece.
    5 The Panhandler-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “Gimme Shelter” (Original Acrylic)<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2015<br />
<br />
Scotts daughter Olivia protecting her beloved bike Tommy from the elements. The piece took Scott 3-months to create! Look close!
    8 Gimme-Shelter-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “My Way Or The Highway”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2010<br />
<br />
This painting starring Scotts youngest daughter Alexa was the 70th Anniversary Sturgis piece.
    9 My-Way-or-the-Highway-scott-jacobs...jpg
  • “In Your Dreams”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2008<br />
<br />
Olivia, Scotts oldest daughter, modeled for this 2008 Sturgis cover piece. Olivia was photographed in San Diego and then Scott took 712 hours to paint her into Spearfish Canyon.
    6 In Your Dreams-scott-jacobs.jpg
  • “Some Ride Sunset”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2010<br />
<br />
A couple rides west on the I-90 between Whitewood<br />
and Spearfish after a summer thunderstorm.
    13 Some Ride Sunset.jpg
  • “100 Great Years”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2002-2003<br />
<br />
One of the most time consuming paintings in Scotts career, “100 Great Years” was commissioned by Harley-Davidson for its 100th Anniversary Celebration. The original painting hangs in the Harley-Davidson museum in Milwaukee, WI.
    12 100 Great Years-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “Indian Summer”’<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2018.<br />
<br />
Even though Scotts been painting Harley’s for 30-years, he still finds time to give homage to other iconic brands like Indian. “Indian Summer” was his official 78th Sturgis Piece.
    14 Indian Summer-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “Indian 4 Life”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2019<br />
<br />
This painting was commissioned for one Scotts big collectors depicting his 1939 Indian 4.
    15 Indian 4 Life!-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “The Ridings on The Wall”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2017<br />
<br />
An image we can all relate to, shows a young boy<br />
dreaming of being on a real motorcycle. This 2017<br />
official Sturgis piece sold out in only 3 days. The image<br />
was also a limited edition watch and tin sign.
    16 The Riding's on the Wall-scott-ja...jpg
  • “Face 2 Face”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 2009<br />
<br />
This official 69th Sturgis piece depicts Scotts father, Dallas, the first time he was face 2 face with Mt. Rushmore. Can you find the hidden reflection?
    17 Face to Face-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “Fork It Over”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 1995<br />
<br />
This painting was the first in a series of pieces of bikes in a row at the Rally. The photo reference was taken by the great Michael Lichter
    18 Fork it Over-scott-jacobs-art.jpg
  • “Panacea”<br />
Painting by Scott Jacobs 1996<br />
<br />
A painting Scott purchased back years ago is an example of one of his largest paintings. The image has been featured on numerous products world-wide.
    11 Panacea-scott-jacobs-art.jpg