Jeff Surret Art

Jeffrey Surret (Born in 1965) was born to a working-class family in Pennsylvania. He learnt to be responsible from an early age since each member of the family was called upon to contribute financially. Born in the City of Brotherly Love, he started painting and drawing at an early age. At a young age, he liked to do things by himself and at 11 years of age, he took his first job at a nearby factory on a part-time basis - he was making white chocolate. He continued to find other odd jobs that he would enjoy, mostly they were creative works with his hands - from glassblowing, to carpenter's assistant, to bicycle repair. By the time his family moved to Atlanta, he had entered high school. A certain art teacher became the pivotal guide to his development. At the time of his graduation, he had gained significant recognition for his artistic talent. An unconventional and creative personality ultimately led Surret to art. With the support of his mentor and an impressive portfolio, Surret earned a full-tuition scholarship to study Art History and Illustration at the Savannah College of Art and Design, one of the most esteemed art schools in the country. After graduation he traveled to the East for three months courtesy of his parents. The trip was wonderful and the experience deepened his interest in landscape art and broadened his cultural perspective. Today, framed Jeffrey Surret art are highly priced by many collectors. When he returned to the U.S. he started working as a freelance commercial illustrator.