Jean Habeck is an international exhibiting artist whose vibrant nature-inspired paintings explore wildlife, oceans, skies, and the beauty of the natural world. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including an exhibition event in Paris, and featured in publications such as Louvre Unbound Magazine, Artist Closeup Magazine, Atelier Magazine and a story in the book, Art Without Borders.
A B O U T
Through vibrant, expressionist paintings inspired by nature,
I hope to inspire travelers and explorers to reconnect with the beauty and adventure of the outdoors.
About the Artist
Jean Habeck is a Colorado-based painter, illustrator, and graphic artist whose work is known for vibrant use of color, expressive brushwork, and imaginative compositions. Her work blends elements of realism and expressionism, creating paintings that evoke emotion, movement and a sense of wonder. After an illness in infancy caused significant hearing loss, visual expression became her primary form of communication and the foundation of her artistic voice.
Habeck studied at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design before earning a Bachelor of Arts in Art Education with a minor in Painting and Drawing from Colorado State University. She also studied in Vienna, Austria at the historic Palais Kinsky and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Iceland, and Europe.
Her creative process begins outdoors—hiking and photographing landscapes and wildlife—before translating those experiences into expressive paintings and mixed-media works.
Jean’s work has been commissioned and collected throughout the United States and internationally, including Taiwan and England, and has enhanced private residences, corporate spaces, businesses, and architectural environments.
My Inspiration
Nature has always been the heart of my creative process. Much of my work begins far from the studio while hiking in the mountains, exploring forests, or walking along an ocean shoreline. I photograph the landscapes, wildlife, and quiet moments that capture my attention. Later, back in the studio, those moments become the foundation for my paintings.
Each piece I create is more than a landscape—it is a memory of a place, a feeling of being there, and a reflection of the beauty I experienced in that moment.
Because of my hearing loss, I have always experienced the world visually first. I notice light, color, movement, and atmosphere in ways that deeply influence how I paint. My work often captures the peaceful, expansive feeling of being immersed in nature.
In addition to painting, I have developed a unique artistic process that blends my original photography, paintings, and digital design. This allows me to create graphic fine art prints that expand the visual experience of my work while maintaining the authenticity of the original inspiration.
My goal is simple: to create artwork that brings the beauty and calm of the natural world into the spaces where people live and work. When collectors bring my art into their homes, they are also bringing a moment of nature, travel, and quiet reflection with it.
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G A L L E R Y
Denver Skyline - A vibrant expression of the city's skyline in light and color in an urban perspective.
My photography, capturing the moments that inspire my paintings, can be viewed on ViewBug.
If a piece speaks to you or you'd like to create a custom commission, connect with me through Contact.
JEAN HABECK
Fine Artist | Painter | Illustrator
Graphix Studio17 - Colorado, USA
Website: Graphix Studio17
Online Platforms: Fine Art America | Houzz | Instagram | Facebook
ARTIST CV & Press
Exhibitions - Publications - Collections
Selected International Exhibitions
Paris Exhibition - Louvre Exhibition Event, Paris, France
Virtual Traveling Exhibition - Artifacts Gallery, New York
Featured body of work including 20 paintings (tile and acrylic)
Virtual Exhibitions
Teravarna Art Gallery
Pearview Art Gallery
Current Exhibition
LitWood & Artisans - Selected works on display (10 paintings)
Major Achievements
Winner - New York Art Competition through Gallerie
Selected artwork was auctioned on Wall Street. A digital archival copy of the painting was included in a lunar capsule mission sent to the moon.
Artwork Featured - Colorado Parade of Homes
Public Installation - Tile mural installation in the historic Buell Mansion, Cherry Hills Village, Colorado
Publications
Featured Artist - Louvre Unbound Magazine
Featured Artist - Artist Closeup Magazine
Featured Artist - Atelier Magazine
Featured Artist - Ignite Business Insider
Featured Story - Art Without Borders
International collaborative book highlighting women who have overcome adversity through art.
Awards
Award Recipient - Teravarna Art Gallery
(Floral Paintings/Photography)
Media Features
Denver Post
Colorado Homes & Lifestyles
Channel 7 News - Denver
Professional Memberships
Member - Art for our Parks
Supporting the preservation of U.S. National Parks through charitable contributions from art sales.
Artist Statement
Jean Habeck is a contemporary American artist whose work explores the beauty and emotional power of nature through vibrant color, expressive brushwork, and imaginative interpretation. Inspired by mountains, oceans, wildlife, and travel, her paintings, capture moments of movement, light, and atmosphere while inviting viewers to reconnect with the natural world. Her work spans wildlife subjects, skyscapes, landscapes, and expressive contemporary pieces created in acrylic, illustration, and hand-painted tile murals and deco.
Online Galleries & Platforms
Fine Art America
Houzz
Brush
Weebly/Graphix Studio17
M I S S I O N
Artist Mission
After surviving two near-death experiences and navigating many of life’s challenges, a new vision emerged within me—a deeper connection to my inner spirit that is reflected in the expressive art I create today.
My landscapes are designed to evoke calm, serenity, and reflection, offering viewers a moment of peace within the often busy rhythm of everyday life.
Healing Through Art
Art has always been more than a creative practice for me—it has been a path of healing. Through therapy and personal exploration of spirituality, I found that creating art allowed me to process difficult experiences and transform them into something meaningful and uplifting.
Today, that same healing energy is something I hope to share with others through my work.
My paintings move across an emotional spectrum—from darker, introspective pieces to bright and uplifting landscapes. Each artwork carries its own story and invites the viewer on a journey powered by imagination and personal interpretation.
When life feels overwhelming, I hope my art can offer a visual escape—a place where viewers can reconnect with calm, comfort, and inner peace.
Giving Back
I believe art also has the power to support and strengthen communities. Over the years, I have been honored to contribute artwork to organizations including the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), America SCORES Denver, Think 360 Arts, and various charity auctions.
I am also proud to be part of the Art for Our Parks initiative, where art and nature come together with purpose. Through this project, I donate a portion of sales from my nature-inspired artwork and commissions to help support the preservation of our national and state parks—the landscapes that continue to inspire so much of my work.
Through art, I hope to share moments of peace, reflection, and connection with the natural world.
A R T S T U D I O P O R T F O L I O
Connecting the world to peace...
A collection of original acrylic and tile paintings.
Click on photograph to see information on pricing, size, etc.
Newest works appear at the end of the gallery.
Available pieces are offered as originals or limited-edition prints.
Commissions are welcome.
Tile Paintings...Low fire glazes on natural stone tile
Mini Collection...Animals
Mini Mountain Collection
TESTIMONIALS
"Absolutely love this picture-stunning and 'eye-popping' just what I wanted for the picture to dance off my wall and bring interest, colour, and warmth to the room-lovely artist too, incredibly helpful-Thank you! All perfect.
Carol B., UK
"I love, love, love my painting and enjoyed working w/Jeanne on my vision."
"Jeanne's wonderful artistry takes me back in time to my visit in Italy. She is such a pleasure to work with and I will always cherish her work."
Alisa B., US
Our Happy Clients
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Jean Habeck for about a year, and it's been an honor to show case her incredible work in my store. Jeanne is a truly gifted artist,
and her pieces continue to captivate both me and my customers.
Her work reflects not only her immense talent but also passion and care she pours into each creation.
Jason Flesher, Litwood & Artisan Friends, Blackhawk, CO
TERMS & CONDITIONS
RETURN POLICY:
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30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE upon inspection that nothing is damaged by the customer.
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A photo of the damage in shipping is required if that should occur.
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A shipping address will be provided if necessary.
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Otherwise money will not be refunded for any reason.
COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS:
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YOU OWN THE ARTWORK but not to copyright it as it’s protected under the law and no reproductions are allowed!
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If this has been reproduced I will charge you additional costs and you will face the consequences of paying Jean Habeck accordingly either through personal contact or through the legal system.