About Jeffrey Nelson
As a visual artist, I am driven to bring my experiences to life through my work. From the sweeping landscapes of the Hawaiian Islands and the Grand Canyon to autumn in New England, and from the frescoes of Giotto and Giotto’s Campanile to masterworks by Michelangelo, Picasso, and Van Gogh—including the Palatine Gallery collection—my travels have continually shaped my perspective. Travel inspires me, and art is central to who I am.
I find beauty in both the iconic and the overlooked—from the colorful villages surrounding Lake Como and the views from the Basilica del Sagrat Cor on Tibidabo in Barcelona to a single cobblestone shaped by time. These impressions inform my creativity across both traditional and digital media. Working in acrylic on canvas, I use color, texture, and brushwork—sometimes bold, sometimes subtle—to translate what I see and feel. I also explore the restraint and contrast of black-and-white compositions, which offer a distinct dimension of expression. In every piece, I enjoy experimenting with palette and technique to give form and vitality to my ideas.
Over the past few years, I have devoted increasing time to creating acrylic works on canvas, an endeavor that has been both challenging and deeply rewarding. My current focus is on vibrant abstract portraits, and I remain continually influenced by the groundbreaking artists who came before me. Their innovative techniques and fearless use of color have encouraged me to explore new approaches to expressing emotion and character. As I experiment with methods and palettes, my perspective continues to evolve. Through this process, I have developed a distinctive way of interpreting the world—its reds, blues, greens, and the full spectrum in between—seeking to create visual harmony that resonates with the viewer.
I share these works with those who value beauty in their purest form. Art invites thoughtful attention and reflection, offering a sense of energy and vitality to those who engage with it through an artist’s eye.
My journey has been shaped by countless steps, and it continues to unfold. From a childhood that began in Ohio and continued in California, I have remained inspired by wide horizons and the world beyond—approaching each new place with curiosity and purpose.

Art Exhibitions
2020 Celebrating Color, Rene Soto Gallery and Saugatuck Church, Westport, CT, USA
2020 Vanishing, Rene Soto Gallery, Norwalk, CT, USA
2019 Wilton Library Show and Loft Artists Association, Wilton, CT, USA
2019 Lock Works, Stamford Museum & Loft Artists Association, Stamford, CT, USA
2019 Rene Soto Gallery, Norwalk, CT USA
2019 New Member Show, Loft Artist Association, Stamford, CT, USA
2018 Holiday Pop Up Art Show, Loft Artist Association, Stamford, CT, USA
2018 Open Studios 2018, Loft Artist Association, Stamford, CT, USA
2017 Deloitte University, West Lake, TX, USA
2016 Solo Exhibition, UNCON, Stamford, CT USA
2015 Solo Exhibition, UNCON, Stamford, CT, USA
2014 Solo Exhibition, Musée du Croco, Milan, Italy
Art Painting Workshop Facilitator
2024 Tri-State Painting Event, Live in Stamford via NYC and Morristown, NJ
Summer Intern Painting at 30Rock, New York City, NY, USA
Discuss and draw, Stamford, CT USA
2023 Painting Event, Live in NYC via Stamford, CT and Morristown, NJ, USA
IDAHOT Painting flowerpots and tote bags, Stamford, CT, USA
Black History Month Art Class, Stamford, CT, USA
2022 In-Person Art Class, Stamford, CT, USA
2021 In-Office Art Class, Stamford, CT, USA
Personal Information
203-276-9813
Artist residence, Stamford CT
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@jeffreyartist52
Skills
Art Collections
2021 Private collection, New York, NY – Venezia Canale Reflection
2020 Private collection, San Francisco, CA – The Woods
2018 Private collection, Lancaster, CA – Koi Pond
2017 Private collection, Riverside, CT - World Trade Center (b&w)
2017 Private collection, Westlake, TX - 5 Digital Paintings
2016 Private collection, Stamford, CT - Three Bridges Over the East River
2016 Private collection, Stamford, CT - Blue Flowers
2015 Private collection, Stamford, CT - Midtown Reflections
2015 Commissioned, Rye Brook, NY - Empire Sunset
2015 Private collection, Mount Kisco, NY - Spring Blossoms
2011 Private collection, Norwalk, CT - Always Near By
2011 Private collection, Norwalk, CT – Colorato Ponte Vecchio
● Acrylic Painting
● Watercolor Painting
● Digital Painting
● Photoshop Elements 13
● Design Sculpey Clay
● Design wooden figurines
● Photoshop CC
● Photographer
● Design Rod Puppets
● Design Foam Puppet
● Design Hand Puppet
● Design and construct
puppet scenery, stage and props ● Design and construct Facemasks, Clay, Rubber,
Leather and Paper Machie
● Design Marionettes
Printable Resume
Press
1998 BlackStar Newspaper, Harlem’s Puppet Master
1997 Trickle Up Program Newsletter, International-The Puppetman: New York City
1995 CNN Prime News
1994 The New York Beacon Newspaper-The 16th Annual Harlem Christmas Tree Lighting
1992 New York Amsterdam Newspaper-Hale House Christmas Celebration
1992 Entertainment Tonight, WCBS-Hale House Christmas Celebration
1992 The Big Red Newspaper, NY-Jeffrey L. Nelson a/k/a Le Puppetman
Education
2001 Computer Technician / 3D Animation, The Career Center, NY
1999 Facial Mask Making, School of Visual Arts, NY
1991 Study under Raymond Billingsley, Creator of “Curtis”, comic strip, NY
1990 Apprentice to Bruce Cannon, Master Puppeteer, Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, NY
1983 Travel and Tourism, Sawyer College of Business, Sherman Oaks, CA
1980 Technical Drafting, David Starr Jordan High, Los Angeles, CA
1979 Visual Arts, Los Angeles Southwest College, Los Angeles, CA
Extended Work History
Related Professional Experience
Founder, Le Puppetman Puppetry, New York, NY and Stamford, CT. Variety Shows, Educational and Recreational Workshops, Custom made Puppets and figurines.
Master Puppeteer and Artist Educator, City Parks Foundation, New York, NY. Performing in “The Peter Pan Game” and “Sleeping Beauty” Shows at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park. Troubleshoot and emphasize theatrical protocol. Design and maintain puppets, scenery, stage and props.
African American Musical Puppetry - touring puppet show, Le Puppetman Puppetry and New York Children Theatre.
The Big Apple Star Search - touring puppet show, Marionette Theatre in Central Park and New York City Parks, Recreation Centers and Playgrounds.
Harlem River Drive - touring puppet show, Bruce Cannon Puppetry Productions and New York Children’s Theatre.
Member of the Union International de la Marionette, UNIMA-USA
Member of The Puppeteers of America, Inc
Member of the Connecticut Guild of Puppetry
Member of Stamford Art Association
Member of Loft Artists Association