Born and raised in the Northwest, artist Jerry Fitzsimmons has had a passion for watercolors for over 40 years. As a young man, Jerry learned watercolor techniques from one of the Northwest's most well-respected artists, Jess Cauthorn, while studying at the Burnley School of Professional Art (now the Art Institute of Seattle). Jerry's focus on watercolors took a detour into graphic arts for many years while he was employed with Boeing. There, he put his artistic gifts to use managing in the Sales/Graphic Arts department. Since retirement, he has been able to direct his energies back full-time into what he's loved for so many years - watercolors. Living in the beautiful Northwest has given Jerry much inspiration, which is evidenced in his favored subjects: landscape and nature scenes.

You may also find Jerry's paintings at various art galleries and shows in the greater Seattle area.

Jerry in 1954 presenting his watercolor entry for the Fifth Annual Boeing Employees Art Exhibit.	Jerry today in his studio.

Jerry with his wife Pat. They recently celebrated their fiftieth anniversary.