Jonathan Wolfe is a multidisciplinary artist based in Calgary, Alberta, primarily working with acrylic paint. His vibrant and playful use of colour invites viewers to explore the everyday scenes and objects that often go unnoticed. From telephone poles to grocery stores, his work aims to capture the essence of these seemingly mundane subjects, infusing them with a sense of brightness and play. Rooted in a sense of exploration, Wolfe's artworks reflect the places and scenes he comes in contact with while living in Calgary, inviting viewers to take a closer look and to find joy in the seemingly ordinary. His works serve as a reminder to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us in our daily lives.
Jonathan's output has led to exhibitions around the world, including Montreal, New York City, Los Angeles, and Shanghai. Beyond showing work, Jonathan has collaborated with renowned brands such as Nike, and lent his talents to designing for musicians like Benee and Car Seat Headrest.
2024
Herringer Kiss “Surface, Surface” Group Show
Nowhere Fast Podcast Episode 98:
SuperChief Gallery NFT NYC “All Cats are Beautiful” group show
Truck Contemporary “WITH ALL OUR LOVE” 5th Annual Postcard Fundraiser participant
2023
Western Art Dept “MOST WANTED” online group show
Gaptoothsweatsuit collaborative silkscreen print
The Art Factory, Collaborative Async Art artwork drop
2022
Nike and RTFKT “Spacedrip” air force 1 shoe
The Stars are out Tonight, David Bowie estate charity fundraiser
LOOK2022, Contemporary Calgary group exhibition
Cat Park, Digital gallery and augmented reality filter design with Artifex
DART Dynamic Art Museum Group show Digital art display
Frames in Motion: A Journey into Animation, Superrare animation article feature
2021
Côte to coast, 0X Society Group exhibition,
Unrealism Superrare group exhibition
Follow The White Rabbit. Future art IO group exhibition, Melbourne
Icons “Explore Your Mind” Einstein estate Collaborative charity fundraiser
Everyday Animals, Nifty Gateway solo drop
CryptoCubes & Creators, Nifty Gateway online group drop
Decentraland digital character clothing design
Fabricated Fairytales, Nifty Gateway collaborative feature
Toronto Star Business feature article
2020
Artists Quarantined, Downtown 500 artists magazine interview
SuperRare “GenZ” group exhibition
Inclusive Literature Initiative painting fundraiser
Time of Variation, IOSG Shanghai group exhibition
2019
Presidents Student art, craft + DESIGN EXHIBITION, Alberta University of the Arts
Show Off group exhibition, Alberta University of the Arts