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developing an intolerance to the turpentine
used to thin oil paint and clean brushes and
tools. "I stopped using Masonite because it's
becoming harder to find and switched to can-
vas," he says. "I love canvas because it's highly
accessible—you can go to Michael's and buy
high-quality stretched linen."
Now 82 years young, Van Megert has moved
from his Pebble Beach home and studio to an
apartment in Monterey, but he and Koeppel
have hung dozens of his paintings on the walls
and offer exclusive private showings to interest-
ed patrons.
For more information about Jerry Megert, or to
arrange an appointment to view his works, please
visit vanmegert.com
The Big Sur coastline also catches Van Megert's discerning eye. At one time, the artist would visit locations such as this
and paint a plein air portrait, then returning to his studio, create the final piece.
Jerry Van Megert is now semi-retired,
yet still paints frequently. His paintings
are on display at the Lodge at Pebble
Beach during the AT&T Pro-Am.
Photo:
Kelli
Uldall
