Jane Peterson

Born Jennie Christine, Jane Peterson was an American artist known for her blend of Impressionist and Expressionist styles. After changing her name in 1909, she gained fame for landscapes, still-lifes, and vibrant beach scenes. Unlike many of her contemporaries, Peterson led an independent, adventurous life, traveling extensively to paint. She studied at the Pratt Institute and the Art Students League in New York, before studying in Paris and London. Influenced by artists like Joaquin Sorolla and Frank Brangwyn, Peterson’s early work embraced the spontaneous techniques of Impressionism. In 1919, she accompanied Sorolla to the U.S., where she painted Tiffany’s garden at Laurelton Hall, which resembled Monet’s gardens at Giverny. Peterson exhibited widely, including over 50 solo shows, and became known for her colorful depictions of coastal landscapes and floral subjects.