John Malarkey Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Got into art in recent years in my post-career life. I graduated in 2018 from the 3-year, part-time atelier draw+paint program at Pacific Northwest College of Art, and Sumpter Art Academy. Focused on oil painting and water media. Featured in shows including solo ones. I also play bass in a Portland jazz/funk group. Occasional consultant on art and.

United States

For 30+ years (1980s to 2016) I worked as a writer, editor and creative director/manager in communications on the West Coast of the U.S. Started as a junior ad writer getting tangled in typewriter ribbon. Finished by directing strategic campaigns across a blend of digital and traditional media, with an emphasis on brand work. I also ran my own brand.

Atelier Draw/Paint Training

Joined the 3-year, part-time PNCA draw/paint atelier program from 2015-2017. Prior, took several art classes there.

Graduate, Drawing & Painting, Painting

Advanced study, drawing and painting at Sumpter Art Academy, for the 3rd and final year of the program that began at PNCA.

Ba, Bs, Journalism, Political Science