Jesse Howard

Jesse Howard was an American artist known for his hand-lettered signs. A self-taught artist, Howard's first professional recognition came when Art in America magazine profiled him in 1968. Howard worked from what he called "Sorehead Hill", a 20-acre farm in Fulton, Missouri where he both produced and displayed his work.

Biography

Jesse Clyde Howard was born on June 4, 1885 in Shamrock, Missouri and died November 21, 1983 in Fulton, Missouri. His work is included in the collection of the Smithsonian [American Art Museum], the American [Folk Art Museum] and the Metropolitan [Museum of Art].