Check Out John Ochs’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to John Ochs. 

Hi John, so excited to have you on the platform. So, before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
– Johnson County Community College 1987-1988 

-Minneapolis College of Art & Design 1989-1992 BFA Painting 

-Work first represented at Gallery V 1995 

-Represented by Jan Weiner Gallery 2000-2009 

-First NY solo exhibit 2004 Michael Steele Gallery 

-Currently represented locally at Blue Gallery 

-Studio located in Louisburg, KS 

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
No or not always a smooth road, but so is life. Am guessing no better or no worst for anyone else pursuing what they love and were created to do. 

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
-I am a painter… my medium is shellac, which I have worked with since 1999. 

-Am known for abstract painting 

-Am most proud of my wonderful little girl who is now a young woman. 

-I have 8 1/2 fingers😀 

What were you like growing up?
-loved the outdoors -always loved to draw and paint (loved to create) 

-curious, daring, creative, didn’t care for school, outgoing but could spend all day by myself and be completely fulfilled 

Contact Info:

• Website: www.John Ochs.com
• Instagram: John0chs