"John Simpkins' paintings evoke contemporary allegory with a stylistic approach rooted in American primitivism and folkloric traditions. He often employs subject matter that is both dreamlike and prophetic." - Eric Nord, Leon Gallery, Denver, Colorado

John currently paints in an old stone schoolhouse in the ghost town of Andrews, Oregon, at the edge of Steens Mountain and the Alvord Desert.

For additional information or to inquire about available work, please contact jonzazen@gmail.com.


"Elephant In The Room" is an online exhibit featuring 38 paintings including all of the large canvases painted by John during his ten years living in Andrews, Oregon at the edge of the Alvord Desert. Enter the Kunstmatrix Ikonospace Azul Gallery by clicking the link below. Use your mouse and arrow keys to maneuver around each virtual gallery space. You may also click on each image in the gallery to bring them 'front and center'. The gallery will open in a separate window.

The Elephant In The Room Exhibition