Jody F. Sjogren
The art of Jody F. Sjogren immediately stands out as unique and different in the aviation world. Her best-known images involve the theme of "Metamorphosis", depicting elegant visual transformations between winged creatures and aircraft. The prints in this series have become highly collectible as art enthusiasts around the world have been inspired by her graceful combinations of feathered flyers and man-made wonders. In a constant search for creative ways of blending the organic and the inorganic worlds, Jody has recently begun a new visual expression entitled "Metaphors" - a series of storytelling prints that highlight the namesake or character of an aircraft with allegorical images evoking their "essence". These images invite the viewer to think a little deeper about the physical missions of the planes and significance of their names.
In each of her compositions, Jody strives to capture a touch of the imaginative along with the real. Her goal is always to involve the viewer in the process of artistic creation, and to encourage active consideration of the analogies between living systems and the machines of men. This stems from her belief that if the complex world around us is viewed with a rational and analytical eye, it will be apparent that intelligent design is necessary for the creation of life - just as intelligent designers are responsible for the creation of machines. As she develops each painting, she researches all aspects of the image - biological, mechanical, historical, and literary - as thoroughly as possible. This attention to detail enables her to take her original inspiration from the initial concept to a finished image which communicates personally with her viewers.
Jody graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology, and then from the Medical College of Georgia with a Master of Science degree in Medical Illustration. Within a short time after finishing her education, she started her own medical art business. But the long-time interest in aviation and desire for more artistic freedom soon nudged her into fine art.
She now devotes the majority of her time to aviation art. Her works are displayed in many corporate offices, private collections, and public buildings world wide. She has paintings in the Air Force Art Collection, and is an Artist Fellow of the American Society of Aviation Artists, having served as its secretary for six years. With her husband, Jack, she lives in Columbus, Ohio.
Jody F. Sjogren Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Print "Metaphor II: A Mighty Fortress"
Born and bred during the early years of the Cold War, the B-52 Stratofortress became the symbol of deterrence and the centerpiece in an array of weapons that enabled the United States to face the Soviet Union for forty years and to prevail without a nuclear exchange. Today it continues to serve into the 21st century as one of the most versatile platforms in the Air Force. In the spirit of George Washington’s memorable quote, “To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace,” this armored warhorse of the skies has, by its awesome capability, evidenced the determination and will of the United States to counter aggression and forge peace. In both nuclear and conventional roles, the B-52 has truly proven itself a mighty fortress in the sky.
Artist Jody F. Sjogren links the past with the present in this visual “metaphor,” a symbol of the age-old clash of arms and noise of battle. Conjuring up images of Medieval times when kings ruled and knights defended the liberties of the kingdom, this B-25H and her crew of six on launch are warriors of a parallel world. How many symbols and parallels can you find in this message that spans the centuries? One observation is clear: over the course of human history, the nature of war remains the same … only the warhorses change.
This 21-1/2" by 30-1/4" print, limited to 950, is signed by the artist.
Print is also available in an Artist's Proof Edition - limited to 95 - $165
All Limited Edition prints are signed and numbered (S/N) by the artist. Limited Edition prints are restricted to a certain number. For example, if 400 prints are made from an original painting, once they’re gone, that’s it. There is no limit to the number of open edition prints of a particular painting. That’s why Limited Edition prints are more expensive — and more valuable to collectors — than "open" edition. Rare objects are more valuable.
An Artist’s Proof (AP), generally, is the first 5% - 10% of the Limited Edition prints that come off the press. This status is noted on the print. Collectors prefer APs because their value increases even more than a Limited Edition as time goes by.
All Limited Edition artwork is subject to availability at time of order. Although seller strives to remain currrent as to inventory, seller reserves the right to cancel a sale if item is no longer available at time of purchase.
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