Original fine art inspired by place, story, and connection.

FEATURED COLLECTIONS

  • Original Columbus skyline painting by Jeff Johns and Colin Daugherty featuring the Scioto River, downtown skyline, and colorful reflections.

    CITYSCAPES & LANDSCAPES

    Skyline views and iconic landmarks

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  • Original horse racing painting by Jeff Johns and Colin Daugherty capturing the power, speed, and intensity of thoroughbred racing on a rain-soaked track.

    HORSE RACING & EQUINE ART

    Racetrack energy, pasture beauty, and equine spirit.

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  • Original European street painting by Jeff Johns and Colin Daugherty featuring children walking through a historic cobblestone neighborhood.

    CUSTOM COMMISSION PAINTINGS

    Turn a place, moment, or story you love into a custom painting.

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  • Painting of a tiger's face with vibrant orange, black, white, and yellow colors, set against a dark background.

    WILDLIFE & ICONIC SUBJECTS

    Powerful subjects brought to life on canvas

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Artist Jeff Johns painting in his studio beside an easel ready to work original paintings.

Meet Jeff

“There’s a big difference between looking at the city you live in and truly seeing it.” —Jeff Johns

Jeff Johns is a fine artist known for original Cincinnati skyline paintings, custom commissions, and artwork inspired by the places people love most.

Over the years, Cincinnati has inspired more than 50 original Cincinnati skyline and Roebling Bridge paintings, each capturing the city from a different perspective, season, and moment in time. What began with a passion for painting the Queen City has grown into a body of work celebrating cities, landscapes, horses, wildlife, and meaningful places across the country.

Every painting is created brushstroke by brushstroke to capture more than a view. It captures the energy, emotion, and memories that make a place unforgettable.

Jeff often collaborates with fellow artist Colin Daugherty, blending expressive brushwork with detailed realism to create original paintings and custom commissions for collectors.

Read Jeff's Story

From Brushstroke to Story. 

A close-up look at paint, texture, and movement as depth, emotion, and story come to life on canvas.

Turn your story into a painting.

Original Amsterdam street painting by Jeff Johns and Colin Daugherty featuring two children walking through the French Quarter.
Original city street painting by Jeff Johns featuring colorful nighttime architecture, streetlights, and urban life.
Original horse racing painting by Jeff Johns capturing the excitement and energy of thoroughbred racing.

Whether it’s a skyline, favorite city, horse, home, farm, flower, portrait, meaningful place, or something you’ve dreamed up, a custom commission turns what matters most into a one-of-a-kind painting.

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Pricing & Investment

Every original painting is created to be enjoyed for years to come. Whether you're purchasing an available original or commissioning something completely unique, every piece is thoughtfully crafted and one of a kind.

  • Custom commissions start around $1,400, with many commissioned paintings ranging from $1,800–$6,400 depending on size, subject matter, and complexity.

  • Every commission begins with a conversation about your vision. Once we align on the concept, size, and pricing, a 50% deposit reserves your place and begins the painting process.

  • Available originals are offered in a variety of sizes, subjects, and price points. Call me today if interested in something that I have available for purchase. 859.630.9657

  • From statement pieces for homes to large-scale artwork for businesses and hospitality spaces, I'd be happy to discuss projects of virtually any size.