Artist Jeff Hanson

Jeff's Art Raises $10,075 for Horizon Academy

2012-02-04T23:09:00.003-06:00

2012 Horizon Academy Bayou Bash

"Sunday in Salisbury"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson
Jeff with his parents & friends

The proud new owners of Jeff's original art

Jeff Honorary Chairman for Make A Wish Gala

2012-01-28T22:55:00.005-06:00

Kansas City

Make A Wish Gala

January 28, 2012

"Brunch in Barcelona"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson

Live Auction Item

Friends and Family of Jeff
Jeff and Krystal

"EJ's PJ's" (as in Elton John)

Hand Painted Coat

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson

Sold on Live Auction

American Cancer Society Gala Features Jeff's Art

2012-01-20T22:34:00.009-06:00

"Brunch in Old Windsor"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson

The highest bidder bought this original

painting for the Topeka, Kansas,

Stormont-Vail Health Care

The Huffington Post Readers Vote Jeff #1

2011-12-07T23:36:00.006-06:00

Jeff featured in "Top Kids Making a Difference in 2011"

The Huffington Post readers voted

Jeff #1 Kid Making a Difference

in 2011.

Way to go Jeff!!

Jeff on CNN Headline News Impact Your World & Leaders with Heart

2011-09-01T23:16:00.007-05:00

Jeff in his gallery with CNN Producer, Natalie Angley

and CNN Photographer, Rich Brooks
Julie (Jeff's Mom), Natalie, Jeff and Hal (Jeff's Dad)

Interviewing Jeff in his basement studio

Rich and Jeff were buddies by the end of the day!

Interviewing one of Jeff's art collectors

Thank you CNN Headline News!

People Magazine Features Jeff

2011-07-18T23:11:00.005-05:00

Jeff named a Hero Among Us

in People Magazine

Jeff WINS National Prudential "Spirit of Community" Award

2011-05-18T03:27:00.002-05:00

As a National Prudential "Spirit of Community" recipient,

Jeff is awarding a $5,000

grant to the Children's Tumor Foundation

for neurofibromatosis research

Prudential will also gift a crystal and granite
trophy to Jeff's school,
Horizon Academy

Jeff and Prudential CEO John F. Strangfeld

The National Prudential "Spirit of Community"
Awards Ceremony was held at the
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hall of Flags

Jeff being interviewed following the
announcement of Jeff's

Prudential "Spirit of Community" Award

Jeff Hanson Painting Sells for $15,000

2011-05-14T19:33:00.009-05:00

Jeff's Live Auction Painting

Breaks a Record

Jeff's Painting Sells for $15,000
Jeff attends the Make-A-Wish of North Texas
"The Sweetest Wish" Gala
His painting is #1 on the live auction

....And Jeff had time to meet some friends....

Jeff's painting sold for a record $15,000
Jeff's donation helped two
Wish Kids get their wish

"Tuscan Road"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson
14" x 60" x 2.5"
acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff WINS National Prudential "Spirit of Community" Award

2011-05-02T12:09:00.012-05:00

Jeff with Prudential Financial CEO,

John R. Strangfeld

A very happy moment!!

Jeff was announced a National winner.

Over 29,000 kids were nominated for the

Prudential "Spirit of Community" Award

Jeff proudly wearing his new gold medal.

Jeff's $5,000 grant will be gifted to the

Children's Tumor Foundation

for neurofibromatosis research

Jeff's winning interview

Jeff Raises $13,000 at Make-A-Wish of the Hudson Valley Gala

2011-04-29T10:17:00.008-05:00

Jeff at the
Make-A-Wish of the Hudson Valley Wish Ball

Jeff's painting titled "Escape to Old Windsor"

and his hand-painted cummerbund & tie
raised $13,000 for

Make-A-Wish of the Hudson Valley

Darlene Rodriquez
NBC's Today in New York

Jeff with Mike Bennett,
WHUD "Mike and Kacey in the Morning"
and Tom Conklin, CEO Make-A-Wish of the Hudson Valley

The cummerbund & tie sold for $1,000!

Happy Client

2011-04-13T12:37:00.001-05:00

Debbie Westlund commissioned

Jeff to paint for her

new home

"Seven Hours in St Martin"
By Jeffrey Owen Hanson
46" x 49" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff Invited to Make-A-Wish Dinner

2011-04-08T00:10:00.006-05:00

Jeff and Mike Archer, Applebee's CEO

Applebee's is a national sponsor

of Make-A-Wish of America

Thank you Applebee's

Jeff and his friend Ned Allen

Ned serves on the

Make-A-Wish of America
National Board
Ned...You Rock!

Jeff surprised the dinner guests with his
signed WHOLE FOODS MARKET bag.
Jeff designed the bag and proceeds

benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Jeff Donates to Delta Gamma Fundraiser

2011-04-07T23:59:00.010-05:00

Delta Gamma Sorority

Benefits the

Children's Center for the Visually Impaired

"Spring Forward"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson

12" x 24" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Painting for Pastor Adam Hamilton

2011-03-28T12:07:00.003-05:00

Jeff proudly presents his painting

to Pastor Adam Hamilton of the

United Methodist Church of the Resurrection
and his wife, LaVon

"Hiking Stone Post Road"

By Jeffrey Owen Hanson

54" x 28" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff Gifts Painting to Kansas Capitol Building

2011-03-14T11:22:00.006-05:00

Kansas Senator John Vratil

Honors Jeff with a Resolution

Jeff Presents "Under the Kansas Sun" to

Senator John Vratil as a gift to the people of Kansas.

The painting will hang in the Kansas Capitol Building

in Topeka, Kansas

Jeff was honored during the Senate session

with a Resolution for his community service

and charitable work

"Under the Kansas Sun"
By Jeffrey Owen Hanson
20" x 44" x 2.5"
acrylic on heavily textured canvas
signed unframed 2011

Jeff Honored as National Youth Volunteer

2011-03-10T11:05:00.001-06:00

David Cooper, President & CEO of

Prudential Kansas City Realty
Presents Jeff his

"Spirit of Community" medallion

Julie Hanson, Jeff Hanson, David Cooper & Hal Hanson

KC Business Magazine Honors Jeff

2011-02-17T23:50:00.000-06:00

KC Business Magazine

2011 "Rising Stars"

Celebration

Jeff with his school principal,

Sharyl Kennedy and her husband, Bob Fritch

Jeff celebrating with his dear friends,
Tom Barnett & Debbie Givens

Jeff with Tom Barnett & Kimberly Winter-Stern

Jeff Donates Painting to Medical Missions Foundation

2011-02-13T15:00:00.001-06:00

Jeff's Painting Raises

$2,500 at the

Medical Missions Foundation

"Art for the Children"Auction

"Barcelona Boulevard"

14" x 60" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

signed unframed 2011

An awesome organization doing

amazing things for

our world!!!!

To learn more, visit:

http://www.mmfworld.org/

Jeff's Painting at Medical Missions Foundation "Art for the Children" Gala

2011-02-12T14:09:00.004-06:00

Jeff's Painting Donation

Raised $2,500 for the

Medical Missions Foundation

"Barcelona Boulevard"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

14" x 60" x 2.5"

Collectors of Jeff Hanson Artwork!!
Thank you Brad & Lisa.

We appreciate all that you

do for the Medical Missions Foundation

and the children of the world.

Shawnee Mission School District Honors Jeff

2011-02-11T14:09:00.001-06:00

Jeff Honored at

Shawnee Mission School District

Hero Assembly

Friday, February 11, 2011

Shawnee Mission School District

22nd Annual Celebrate Amercian Heroes Assembly

Jeff with event planner, Deborah K. Brown

Jeff with Superintendent Dr. Gene Johnson,

Shawnee Mission Board Member Deb Zila

and 5th grade essay winners

Some past recipients of the Hero Award include:

Senator Nancy Landon Kassebaum

University of KS Coach Roy Williams

Baseball Player Buck O'Neill

KC Chiefs Running Back Derrick Thomas...

and now Artist Jeffrey Owen Hanson

Some of Jeff's favorite people
sat in the front row at
the assembly

22nd Annual Shawnee Mission School District American Hero Asembly

2011-02-10T14:33:00.000-06:00

Jeff proudly holds his Hero Award

Jeff surprised and gifted

the event planner, Deborah Brown

his hand-painted cummerbund & bow tie

Jeff with Shawnee Mission School District
Superintendent Dr. Gene Johnson &
Assistant Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain

The assembly is over

Jeff Named Top Youth Volunteer in The Prudential "Spirit of Community" Award

2011-02-08T19:04:00.005-06:00

Jeff is the Kansas State Honoree for

The Prudential Spirit of Community Award

As a State Honoree, Jeff will recieve $1,000,

a silver medallion and an

all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
Keep up the good work, Jeff!!!!

To learn more visit:

http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc/15089

WHOLE FOODS MARKET "Better Bag" Features Jeff's Art

2011-02-08T15:34:00.005-06:00

WHOLE FOOD MARKET

stores in

Kansas, Colorado, Utah and New Mexico

are selling the new

"Better Bag" with Jeff's art

Proceeds benefit

the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Jeff Donates Painting to Horizon Academy "Bayou Bash"

2011-02-05T15:13:00.002-06:00

Jeff raised over $3500

at the Horizon Academy

"Bayou Bash"

"Tuscan Trail"

14" x 6o" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff with his parents, Hal & Julie

Jeff's Horizon Academy school principal,
Mrs. Sharyl Kennedy

Jeff Invited to Exhibit at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

2011-01-29T14:54:00.001-06:00

Kansas City Young Matrons Gala

at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

Benefits the Ali Kemp Foundation

Jeff with his parents, Hal & Julie
Jeff with his friend,
FOX TV Anchor
Loren Halifax

The event featured artists:
Tom Corbin
Jeffrey Owen Hanson
Philomene Bennett

Jeff with proud new owners of his art
Thank you for supporting such
a great cause!!

Jeff's Make-A-Wish Gala Painting Sells for $5,000

2011-01-28T14:37:00.000-06:00

"Backstage with Sir Elton"

14" x 68" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff at the

Make-A-Wish Foundation Gala

The proud new owner of

Jeff's hand-painted

cummerbund & bow tie

Jeff with his lifelong friend, Neil

We love you, Neil!!!

Thanks for all you do!

Jeff to Appear on National TV

2011-01-25T18:25:00.002-06:00

Jeffrey Owen Hanson LLC

teaches kids about

investing money

Jeff being filmed for BIZ KID$,

a national PBS kid's TV show

about money

Jeff encourages kids to find their gifts

and share them with the world.

And, if possible, start a ROTH IRA at age 14!

Like always, Jeff had the BIZ KID$ producer
and camera crew laughing

Jeff Creates Bag to Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation

2011-01-20T12:24:00.008-06:00

Jeff collaborated with

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

on a new "Better Bag"

Proceeds will benefit the

Make-A-Wish Foundation

Jeff's original canvas

created for the new

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

"Better Bag"

Jeff Named Kansas City Business Magazine "Rising Star"

2011-01-20T12:08:00.000-06:00

2011 Kansas City Business Magazine

"Rising Star"

Jeff was chosen as one

of Kansas City's outstanding

young people who is making

a difference in the

community.

WAY TO GO JEFF!!!

Jeff Chosen As Contemporary American Hero

2011-01-20T11:47:00.000-06:00

Shawnee Mission School District

Honors Jeff

Jeff is the 2011

Shawnee Mission School District

Contemporary American Hero

Some past recipients include:

Senator Nancy Landon Kassebaum

The Univ of KS Basketball Coach, Roy Williams

Kansas City Chief Running Back, Derrick Thomas

American League Baseball Umpire, Steve Palermo

Jeff will share his art, medical & philanthropic

journey to a crowd of 3,000 on

Friday, February 11, 2011

Jeff Volunteers for the Salvation Army

2010-12-23T09:15:00.003-06:00

Jeff and his parents rang

the Salvation Army bell

on December 23

at a Wal-Mart in Kansas City, Missouri

Jeff puts fun into

every aspect of life!...

even Salvation Army bell ringing

Jeff Donates to Romanian Orphanage

2010-12-09T11:24:00.002-06:00

Jeff's Painting Raised Money

for Orphans at

Deb's House,

a Romanian Orphange

"Old Windsor Garden"

12" x 12" x 2.5"

acrylic on textured canvas

Jeffrey Owen Hanson Gallery

2010-11-30T09:20:00.006-06:00

Jeffrey Owen Hanson Gallery

Open to Art Clients

Walls: Black Crocodile Upholstery Fabric

Ceiling: "Hep Green" Paint

Floor: Michelangelo & Tiberius Gold Marble

Interior Designer, Jill Tran
with her commission painting

"Midnight in Old Windsor"
36" x 36"
acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff Donates Painting to DIFFA

2010-11-20T09:45:00.007-06:00

"New Year's with Elton"

14" x 62" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff's proud Mom, Julie

at the DIFFA

"Holidays by Design"

Gary Lezak (Kansas City meteorologist)

with Artist Philomene Bennett
Gary is the proud new owner

of Jeff's painting

Jeff Meets Randy Kazandy Children's Book Author

2010-11-19T10:22:00.000-06:00

Randy Kazandy ...Where Are Your Glasses

New Children's Book

Voted #1

Rhonda Fischer, Author of

Randy Kazandy ... Where Are Your Glasses?

Met Jeff in his new

Jeffrey Owen Hanson Gallery

Jeff gifted Randy Kazandy Where Are Your Glasses?

to his favorite elementary teacher,

Mrs. Miller

Jeff also gifted the book

to the

Overland Trail Elementary School Library

Jeff Donates Painting to Make-A-Wish St Louis

2010-11-06T10:50:00.000-05:00

Jeff's Original Painting

Raised $1300

Make-A-Wish St Louis

"Night of Wishes"

"Casa Batillo Rooftop"

22" x 28"

acrylic on textured canvas

Jeff Donates to Lion's Club

2010-10-22T11:14:00.001-05:00

Jeff's Painting

Raised $500 for the

Lion's Club of the Gulf Coast

"Strolling Burano"

22" x 28" x 2.5"

acrylic on textured canvas

The Lions Club mission is

"To empower volunteers to serve their communities,

meet humanitarian needs,

encourage peace and

promote international understanding through Lions clubs."

Make-A-Wish Global Ambassador

2010-10-20T12:36:00.010-05:00

Jeff Honored at Make-A-Wish

30th Anniversary Convention

in Orlando, FL

Jeff and his parents with

Jeff's donated painting titled
"Trip of a Lifetime."

Jeff painted his coordinating

cummerbund and bow tie.

"Trip of a Lifetime"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

54" x 28" x 2.5"

"Trip of a Lifetime"

Set of 6 NEW Notecards

Proceeds Benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Available on Jeff's website "ART STORE"

The Make-A-Wish Foundation
thanks the Disney staff for
their dedication to "Wish Kids"
of the world

Jeff with David Williams,
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America President/CEO

36 Countries Represented at Make-A-Wish International Convention

2010-10-19T13:20:00.007-05:00

Jeff Meets New Friends

at International Make-A-Wish Convention

Jeff with Michael and Tara

Connecticut Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish Brazil team leaders with Jeff

Rita, Reem from the
Make-A-Wish Foundation of United Arab Emirates

Make-A-Wish Belgium
Herman & Jeff

Jeff with Allan Schmidt,

Make-A-Wish of America Founder

Thank you Allan!!

Jeff Meets Tom Corbin

2010-10-14T14:10:00.006-05:00

Artist Tom Corbin

... sculptor...

...furniture designer...

...painter...

Jeff with Artist Tom Corbin

and Eva Reynolds of
Eva Reynolds Fine Art Gallery
Corbin Studios
1166 Southwest Blvd
Kansas City, Missouri

Jeff Meets Philomene Bennett

2010-10-01T13:58:00.003-05:00

Jeff Meets Kansas City's

Artist Philomene Bennett

Jeff attended Philomene's art opening at

THE LATE SHOW

in Kansas City

Jeff's Art to Japan, Belgium, France & Spain

2010-09-30T14:26:00.011-05:00

2010 SILMO Paris

Eyewear & Optics Exhibition

Jeff's paintings decorate the

THEO Eyewear showroom

THEO clients from around the globe

order new, "fierce" frames for

their optical boutiques

Jeff's "Crazy 'bout THE-O" paintings went to new

homes in Japan, Belgium, France & Spain

THEO guests hula hooped to win

Jeff's paintings
(View the Spectacle Showcase)

Jeff Paints International Commission

2010-09-14T14:19:00.003-05:00

THEO EYEWEAR
from Belgium,

commissions Jeff to paint for the

2010 SILMO Paris Exhibition

Jeff's studio as he worked on the five paintings for

THEO EYEWEAR

Jeff painting the textured "O"

Jeff signing the purple and pink canvas
(his personal favorite)

Paul Versluis of Versluis Photography
photographs Jeff and his
five THEO canvases titled
"Crazy 'bout THE-O"

Jeff Paintings to Paris (yes, Paris, France)

2010-09-13T19:02:00.007-05:00

Jeff with his five canvas collection titled

"Crazy 'bout THE-O"

THEO Eyewear commissioned Jeff to paint

five 36" x 36" x 2.5" canvases for the

2010 SILMO Paris Eyewear & Optics Exhibition

The painting background colors match those of

THEO Eyewear
THEO Eyewear creates high quality, vibrant
colored, unique-shaped frames.
THEO is worn by Artist Jeff Hanson, Sir Elton John,
Robin Williams, Bill Gates and many others
who love "stylin', fierce" eyewear.

Jeff's Paintings to Paris (cont)

2010-09-12T18:45:00.002-05:00

"Crazy 'bout THE-O"

Series of Five Works

36" x 36" x 2.5"

Heavily Textured and Woven Acrylic on Canvas

The "Crazy 'bout THE-O" paintings took Jeff

eight weeks to complete

The paintings will decorate the

THEO EYEWEAR

showroom for the international

2010 Silmo Paris Eyewear & Optics Exhibition

Jeff Donates to Iowa Hospital

2010-08-26T13:12:00.004-05:00

Jeff painted a series of five canvases

titled "Erin's Garden" for the

new addition of the

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital

Red Oak, Iowa

The paintings are in memory of Jeff's dear friend,

Erin S. Boylan

(Photo courtesy of Red Oak Express)

Jeff working on the five canvases in

his basement studio

"Erin's Garden"
Series of Five Canvases Each 40" x 22" x 2.5"
acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff Donates to Iowa Hospital (cont)

2010-08-25T12:56:00.000-05:00

International THEO Gazette Features Jeff's Art

2010-06-30T13:01:00.016-05:00

THEO Eyewear is designed and created in Belgium.

Jeff (and Sir Elton) love their colorful THEO eyeglasses.

THEO Eyewear is sold in 50 countries worldwide.

Jeff has been commissioned by THEO Eyewear to paint five canvases for the
2010 Silmo Paris Eyewear & Optics Exhibition.

THEO is all about explosive COLORS and fierce designs.

Jeff and THEO think alike.

Jeff proudly presents his new painting to
Leon Butler, owner of Brookside Optical.

"FIERCE HD"
Triptych
acrylic on textured canvas

Jeff studies the THEO RE:VIEW as
he paints eyeglasses on canvas.

Jeff Attends the Elton John AIDS Foundation 12th Annual "White Tie & Tiara" Summer Ball

2010-06-25T17:56:00.005-05:00

Jeff and his parents attended "White Tie & Tiara"

at Elton's Old Windsor, England, estate.

The annual summer ball benefits

the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Jeff's hand painted cummerbund

and bow tie sold for 1000 GBP ($1,500)

to a gentleman seated at his table.

Also, notice the glass blown

matching button covers.

This A1 Audi painted by

Damien Hirst sold for

$524,000

Jeff's Hostess Gift to Sir Elton John & David Furnish

Galler Chocolates hand carried from

Brugges, Belgium

Jeff's cuddly creatures dressed up for

Uncle Elton's "White Tie & Tiara"

Summer Ball

Lady Gaga Performs at Elton's White Tie & Tiara Ball

2010-06-24T17:40:00.002-05:00

Kansas City "First Fridays" Features Artist Jeff Hanson

2010-06-04T15:09:00.004-05:00

Jeff's "First Fridays" Art

Benefits Make-A-Wish

Surprise visit from Jeff's cousin, Leanne

The St. John's purchase

"Saturday Bistro"

Jeff with his parents at

"First Fridays"

Pictured:
"Chihuly Pond"
"Fiber Optics"

Back wall:
"Purple Passion", "Blue Hawaii",
"Margarita" & "Limoncello"
"Lime Twist Truffle"
Front Wall:
"Tuscan Tiles"
"Ephesus Loom"

"Escape to Vegas"

2010-06-03T15:41:00.000-05:00

"Escape to Vegas"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

series of four canvases

19" x 54" x 2.5"

Jeff with "Escape to Vegas"

at the Slabotsky residence

"Escape to Vegas"
in Jeff's studio

Jeff Benefits Make-A-Wish at "First Fridays" in June

2010-05-31T22:07:00.032-05:00

Join Jeff on Friday, June 4th

at "First Fridays"

in the Kansas City Crossroads District

at 2010 Gallery

Proceeds benefit
Make-A-Wish

2010Gallery

is proud to feature local artist

Jeffrey Owen Hanson

"Every act of kindness

helps create kinder communities,

more compassionate nations,

and a better world for all…

even one painting at a time.”

Jeff’s work is collected by Sir Elton John,

Harold Ramis and Warren Buffett among others.

Jeff Hanson has an extraordinary generous heart

with proceeds of his art sales

to benefit the Make -A -Wish Foundation of Missouri.

Jeff Meets Hoda Kotb

2010-05-15T22:11:00.003-05:00

Jeff attends a benefit brunch for Deb's House,

a Romanian Orphanage

supported by the

Medical Missions Foundation

Jeff with special guest, Hoda Kotb

Hoda co-hosts the Today Show,

Your Total Health and appears on

Dateline NBC

Jeff, Hoda and Julie (Jeff's Mom)

The brunch was held at the
"Spirit of Avalon"...
a magnificent estate in a
gorgeous setting

Jeff Donates to The Barstow School

2010-05-08T21:41:00.005-05:00

The Barstow School

"Common Threads"

Gala and Auction

Jeff hand paints his
bow tie and cummerbund
to match his donated painting

"Manhattan Marquee"

72" x 14" x 2.5"

Sells for $5,000

Way to go Jeff!!!

Phil Witt, Fox TV Anchor

introduces his friend, Jeff Hanson

Jeff with his mentor and friend, Tom Barnett

and Horizon Academy counselor, Brad Epsten

Jeff Meets Warren Buffett and Bill Gates at Berkshire Hathaway Meeting

2010-05-01T16:28:00.006-05:00

Warren E. Buffett Invited Jeff

to the Berkshire Hathaway

Annual Meeting

February 18, 2010

Warren wrote to Jeff:

Hi Jeffrey,

Be sure to come to the annual meeting this year.

Let me know if you can make it and we will have

a special seat for you.

Your Friend,

Warren E. Buffett

Jeff meets Bill Gates

Jeff told Mr. Gates he also supports the
Elton John AIDS Foundation and hopes
that one day the global epidemic will end.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
target AIDS in their Global Health Program.

Jeff and his parents tour the
Berkshire Hathaway
Meeting exhibits

Jeff with his friend, Beryl Raff,
CEO of Helzberg Diamonds,
a Berkshire Hathaway Company

Jeff meets David Meleski, President of
Richline Group,
a Berkshire Hathaway
Jewelry Company

Jeff Paints for Warren Buffett

2010-04-30T20:41:00.009-05:00

Jeff thanked Warren Buffett

with a painting

Jeff painted this canvas titled

"Along the Tracks" as a gift of thanks

to Mr. Buffett

"Along the Tracks"

44" x 28' x 2.5"

Acrylic on heavily textured canvas
Signed Unframed 2010

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway

became a subsidiary of

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

on February 12, 2010

Jeff's Art at The Roasterie Cafe

2010-04-22T21:35:00.002-05:00

Jeff at The Roasterie Cafe in Brookside

Jeff's paintings, note cards and note pads

are "for sale" at The Roasterie Cafe

through May.

Proceeds will benefit water.org

The Roasterie Cafe

6223 Brookside Boulevard

Kansas City, MO 64113

(816) 333-9700

Jeff's Art at aLOFT Leawood

2010-04-01T14:55:00.007-05:00

aLOFT Leawood Entrance

Jeff's art at aLOFT Leawood is "for sale" and

can be viewed at

Jeff's web site GALLERY

http://www.jeffreyowenhanson.com/gallery.html

Jeff's art in the

aLOFT Leawood lounge

Jeff Voted Semi-Finalist in Huggable Heroes Program

2010-03-25T14:41:00.006-05:00

Jeff was recently nominated for the national
Build-A-Bear Huggable Heroes

National Scholarship.

JEFF IS A SEMI-FINALIST!!
GO Jeff!!!

Jeff Gifts Phillis Wheatley Elementary School

2010-03-15T23:29:00.003-05:00

Jeff believes,

"Every act of kindness helps create kinder communities,

more compassionate nations and a better world for all ...

even one painting at a time."

Jeff presents "SHOW YOUR COLORS"

to the students and staff at

Wheatley Elementary

The ten canvas series hangs in the

entry of Wheatley Elementary school

Jeff with Principal Teresa May

2010 Gallery Opens in KC Crossroads Arts District

2010-03-05T22:43:00.014-06:00

2010 Gallery

Jeff's "Road to Oz"

featured at 2010 Gallery

2010 Gallery opened today in the

KC Crossroads Arts District

2010 Main Street Kansas City, MO

Jeff stands by "Saturday Bistro"

and "Margaret's Garden" at

2010 Gallery

Jeff and his Mom at the 2010 Gallery opening

Jeff Paints for Kansas City Internal Medicine Metro Offices

2010-03-01T23:38:00.005-06:00

KCIM Research Medical Center

TURKISH WEAVE
16" x 72"

OLD CORFU TOWN
54" X 28"

RAVELLO ROOFTOP
54" x 28"

Elton John / Billy Joel "Face to Face" Kansas City Concert

2010-02-27T11:23:00.002-06:00

Elton Dedicates Song to JeffElton pointed to Jeff as he dedicated
"Crocodile Rock" in his honor.

"This song is for the dear

Hanson family, particularly

young Jeffrey who is a genius."

Elton, Davey Johnstone (guitar)

Bob Birch (bass)

Billy Joel and band

Medical Missions Foundation "Art for the Children" Gala

2010-02-06T15:14:00.002-06:00

"AMALFI ROOFTOP"

32" x 43" x 2.5"

acrylic on textured canvas

Jeff with his pediatric ophthalmologist, Dr. Trudi Grin.

Dr. Grin travels on the Medical Missions Foundation trips.

She also cares for Jeff's vision.

We love you, Dr. Grin!

Jeff Donates to Horizon Academy's "Bayou Bash"

2010-02-06T09:50:00.009-06:00

Horizon Academy

Jeff painted "Outskirts of Provence" for

his school's fundraiser.

Jeff's handpainted cummerbund

and bow tie were sold on the

live auction to Dr. Robert Green

"OUTSKIRTS OF PROVENCE"
42" x 28" x 2.5"

"I AM LOVED" Make-A-Wish Gala

2010-01-30T15:01:00.006-06:00

"STROLLING PROVENCE"

42" x 28" x 2.5"

acrylic on heavily textured canvas

Jeff donated "Strolling Provence" to the

"I AM LOVED" Make-A-Wish Gala

Jeff's Painting at "The Rashid Resort" in Palm Desert

2010-01-24T14:46:00.000-06:00

Jeff's dear friends, Ken and Dawn Rashid

moved to Palm Desert. Jeff painted

"Through Thick and Thin" as a

keepsake memory of all the

good times he shared with these

extraordinary friends.

"THROUGH THICK AND THIN"

24" X 18" X 3"

The Mutual Fund Store Corporate Office

2010-01-14T21:30:00.007-06:00

Jeff has four commission paintings on display

at The Mutual Fund Store in

Overland Park, Kansas

"CHOCOLATE GOLD MINE"

54" X 28" X 2.5"

"PISTACHIO GANACHE"

20" x 38" x 2.5"

"HANALEI VIEW"
54" x 26" x 2.5"

"KRINI ROOFTOP"

27" x 27" x 2.5"

Jeff's Snow Days

2010-01-07T21:01:00.001-06:00

"Hanson Hotel Spa"
14" of snow at Jeff's house

Painting on commission work

Jeff spent his school snow days enjoying the

"Hanson Hotel Spa", painting and sending

New Year's cards to his art clients.

Jeff Paints for Christmas

2009-12-25T20:02:00.002-06:00

"JUST WEST OF BETHESDA"

Acrylic on heavily textured canvas

44" x 28" x 2.5"

Jeff gifted this painting to his grandparents,

Darold and Bev Swanson

for their new home in Red Oak, Iowa.

Jeff Paints for Lakewood Home

2009-12-23T17:14:00.000-06:00

"ASIAN HOLIDAY"

48" x 72" x 2.5"
Acrylic on woven and textured canvas

Jeff Rings the Salvation Army Bell

2009-12-23T11:04:00.002-06:00

Jeff and his parents ring the Salvation Army bell annually. Next holiday season, join us in helping make a difference in your community by ringing the bell for just a few hours.

The Boulevard Features Jeff's Art

2009-12-22T19:23:00.006-06:00

Jeff visits his art at The Boulevard Apartments in Roeland Park, Kansas.

Rosemann & Associates, P.C. won an award at the

Design Excellence Awards in the "Best Use of Art" category.

Jeff's art is displayed throughout the entire campus,

including the clubhouse, gym and leasing office.

Elton John AIDS Foundation UK Gifts Jeff

2009-12-17T17:27:00.002-06:00

Elton John AIDS Foundation writes:

Dear Jeff,

On behalf of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, thank you for your generosity and support throughout the year. We wish you a joyful festive season and a prosperous 2010.

Enjoy this gift of Lambertz Chocolates.

Enjoy your break and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

Best Regards,

Elton John AIDS Foundation UK

Jeff, WHOLE FOODS MARKET and The Roasterie Coffee Benefit Harvester's

2009-11-06T09:49:00.011-06:00

Jeff is the November/December featured artist
at the WHOLE FOODS MARKET at 91st and Metcalf
in Overland Park, KS. Jeff has 38 original
paintings for sale in the cafe.

Jeff's new "More Favorites" note cards
and Generous HeART note pad are for sale
in the store. All sales will benefit Harvesters.

The Roasterie coffee created
Jeff Hanson's Signature Blend coffee
for the holidays, with all
proceeds also benefiting Harvesters.

http://www.theroasterie.com/
http://harvesters.org/

"An Eye for Color" at National Industries for the Blind

2009-11-01T15:42:00.002-06:00

"AN EYE FOR COLOR"

diptych

30" x 30" x 2.5"

Jeff was commissioned to paint two canvases for the

National Industries for the Blind

in Alexandria, VA.

Jeff titled the collection

"An Eye for Color."

NYC Children's Tumor Foundation Executive Director Visits Jeff's Studio

2009-10-14T16:08:00.003-05:00

George Orfanakos,Children's Tumor Foundation
Executive Director surprised Jeff
with a visit to his Overland Park, KS,
studio last night.

Jeff lives with a genetic
condition called Neurofibromatosis (NF).
The New York City-based
Children's Tumor Foundation
researches cures and funds
grants for NF.

Jeff has been raising money
for the Children's Tumor
Foundation since the
summer of 2006, when he
opened and operated
"Jeff's Bisto." Today,
Jeff's generated donations
exceed $20,000.

To learn more about the
Children's Tumor Foundation,
visit: www.ctf.org

Aloft Leawood Grand Opening Features Jeff's Art

2009-10-14T15:42:00.006-05:00

Aloft Leawood Grand Opening Bash
was held on Thursday, October 8, 2009.
Jeff's abstract art is displayed in the
hotel lobby and on the second level
in ReMixx.

Aloft is a "new twist in travel."
To learn more about this hip hotel,
visit: www.aloftleawood.com

Fireside "Bravo Broadway" Gala

2009-10-13T13:23:00.007-05:00

Jeff's acrylic heavily textured painting
titled "Opening Night" (72" x 48" x 2.5")
was sold on the live auction at
the Fireside "Bravo Broadway" Gala.
Auction proceeds benefit
Kansas City Art Institute scholarships.

Jeff Supports MAKE-A-WISH Balloon Glow

2009-10-13T13:06:00.007-05:00

Jeff and MAKE-A-WISH employee, John Wolff had a wonderful time
at the recent Kansas City Balloon Glow.
Jeff donated his new "More Jeff's Favorites" note cards and
Generous HeART Note Pads to be sold at the event.

Jeff presents check to Children's Mercy Hospital

2009-09-16T12:15:00.005-05:00

This evening, Jeff presented his art show donation to staff from Children's Mercy Hospital. The $7,500 donation will go toward the construction of the new Lisa Barth Chapel.

Pictured are: Dane Sommer, Director of Chaplaincy Services; Bradley Leech, Vice President for Resource Development; Jeff; Amy Leonard, Resource Development

In November, Jeff will present $5,000 to Sir Elton John for the Elton John AIDS Foundation sponsored Baphumelele Children's Home in Khayelitsha, South Africa.

News from "Elton John World"...

2009-09-14T12:13:00.002-05:00

One of Elton's fan clubs has written about Jeff and his philanthropic efforts!

Read the full article here: http://www.eltonjohnworld.com/coranto/news/2009/September/HelpFromHanson.html.

Generous HeART show... a hit!

2009-09-03T14:40:00.015-05:00

Thanks to everyone who made Jeff's Generous HeART show such a success!

Approximately 450 guests attended the Jeff Hanson Generous HeART Show on July 23, 2009. Jeff painted 136 original works for the fundraiser. And, during the "one night only" four hour event, 118 of the 136 paintings sold!

Jeff will donate $7,500 to the Kansas City

Children's Mercy Hospital Lisa Barth Chapel and

$5,000 to the Elton John AIDS Foundation for the

Baphumelele Children's Home in Khayelitsha, South Africa.

Jeff Win's Kohl's National Scholarship!

2009-07-31T15:05:00.007-05:00

After winning the regional scholarship level of Kohl's "Kids Who Care" Scholarship Program, Jeff was recognized as a 2009 National Winner!

The ten national winners were awarded $5,000 scholarships and Kohl’s will donate $1,000 to a nonprofit organization on their behalf.

Congratulations to all of the winners! You can read more about them here: http://www.KohlsCorporation.com/CommunityRelations/scholarship/2009NationalWinners.asp

Generous HeART show a huge success

2009-07-31T14:52:00.008-05:00

Here are some pictures from Jeff's Generous HeART show. We're still tallying the total amount contributed to Jeff's favorite charities from this show, and we'll update the blog as soon as we get that figure.

In the meantime, check out some of the pictures from the show! Thanks to everyone who attended and made the night a roaring success.

Artist Jeff Hanson with host,

Dan Nilsen of

Bishop-McCann

Generous HeART show preparations

2009-07-22T13:27:00.010-05:00

We're so excited about Jeff's show on Thursday at Bishop-McCann. We've been preparing all summer for this; 136 canvases will be on display at the benefit.

Here are some pictures from the setup:

Jeff Win's Kohl's Regional Scholarship!

2009-07-13T17:23:00.002-05:00

Regional Winners announced...National Winners to be announced soon!

Metro Volunteers Awarded College Scholarships - Jeff included!

2009-07-10T15:42:00.001-05:00

From NBC Action News:

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Two Kansas City area teenagers win national scholarships for helping others.

15-year-old Jeffrey Hanson of Overland Park and 12 year-old Jacob Mozer of Blue Springs will both receive $1,000 for college from Kohl's department stores.

Jeffrey raised more than $100,000 for the visually impaired. Jacob, a cancer survivor, raised more than $300,000 pediatric cancer research.

They are among 200 winners selected from 18,000 nominees.

Read the full article here.

Jeff Wins Kohl's Department Store "Kids Who Care" Scholarship Program at the store level. Jeff advances as a contender for the regional level.

2009-07-01T15:45:00.000-05:00

The Kohl’s Kids Who Care® Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6-18) who help make their communities a better place.

Congrats to all of the Kansas Winners:

Allen, Benjamin
Age: 12*
City: Overland Park

Bohnenblust, Kascha
Age: 17*
City: Leonardville

Davis, Ben
Age: 17*
City: Lenexa

Evans, Sophia
Age: 16*
City: Baxter Springs

Goudey, Ashley
Age: 18*
City: Junction City

Hanson, Jeffrey
Age: 15*
City: Overland Park

Hoffman, Brianna
Age: 10*
City: Wamego

Kobza, David
Age: 10*
City: Wichita

Lies, Jarrett
Age: 18*
City: Olathe

Lynch, Haley
Age: 10*
City: Mission Hills

Miller, Hannah
Age: 17*
City: Gardner

Morris, Phillip
Age: 12*
City: Kansas City

Mowery, Jessica
Age: 9*
City: Topeka

Peters, Dylan
Age: 12*
City: Olathe

Roberts, Madeline
Age: 6*
City: Wichita

Simon, Sydney
Age: 17*
City: Murdock

Sittnick, Sally
Age: 15*
City: Leavenworth

Spence, Elizabeth
Age: 18*
City: Haysville

Stump, Schuyler
Age: 17*
City: Wichita

Tanner, Carson
Age: 6*
City: Prairie Village

Thode, Cristina
Age: 7*
City: Hutchinson

Vanzuiden, Alec
Age: 17*
City: Lawrence

Yoksh, Amanda
Age: 9*
City: Olathe

Learn more about the program on the Kohl's website by clicking here.

Jeff featured in "Making Miracles"

2009-07-01T13:14:00.002-05:00

Through Adversity, Making a Life-Changing Difference

How did a tumor named Clod lead a teenager to develop a life mission dedicated “to helping create kinder communities, more compassionate nations, and a better world for all?” and how did it lead him to the IMF?

Allow us to explain.

Jeffrey Owen Hanson, now 15 years old, was born with neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes tumors on the central nervous system throughout life. In the fall of 2005, Jeff was preparing to receive chemotherapy for a tumor on his optic nerve that was greatly affecting his vision.

“I nicknamed it ‘Clod’ because it sounded dumb and nerdy, and seemed perfect for a brain tumor,” Jeff says. “I wanted to laugh at this tumor, not be afraid of it.”

But Clod continued to cause trouble and Jeff’s vision continued to fail. It was time to hit Clod with radiation. Once again, Jeff showed his panache for life. He greeted his 28th and final round of radiation by wearing a tuxedo for the occasion.

Recovery from his battle with Clod meant Jeff had to remain relatively isolated. But as a driven teenager, he also wanted to stay busy. He started painting in earnest, creating work on small note cards.

“I’ve always liked painting,” Jeff says. “And then it became this fun thing that could cheer me up.” The painting continued, and continued. When friends and family would come visit they’d paint with him.

This past December Jeff created his first-ever calendar. Titled Generous HeART, the calendar features 12 reprints of Jeff’s original art with its proceeds to benefit 12 different charities, including the IMF, all hand-selected by him.

It was while choosing those charities that Jeff’s thoughts turned to Karl Vollstedt, a close family friend who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2004. Jeff knew the IMF was vitally important to Karl; it therefore became important to him.

In addition to the calendar, Jeff has also created a special series of note cards entitled A Cure For Karl. They feature six of Jeff’s prints. Because of Jeff’s generosity, all proceeds benefit he IMF.
“I am so honored that Jeff has chosen to support the IMF with his extraordinary artwork,” Karl says. “Jeff is a fantastic person and friend. He’s also an excellent example of people who ‘learn to live’ with medical diagnoses that will affect their lives – every day.”

Jeff’s charitable contributions started back in 2006 when he created Jeff’s Bistro, a modern-day take on the driveway lemonade stand. Jeff’s Bistro was initially conceived in order to help Jeff buy a special chair for his bedroom. Jeff sold beverages, his mother’s baked goods. . . and the original note cards amassed from his recovery time spent painting. Neighbors immediately sensed that Jeff’s artwork was special.

Jeff’s Bistro raised $15,000 that summer – far, far more than the price of Jeff’s coveted bedroom chair. He donated his proceeds to the Children’s Tumor Foundation.

When summer was over, demand for Jeff’s art didn’t fade. His parents’ unfinished basement in Overland Park, Kansas officially became Jeff’s studio. And after his battle with Clod, Jeff’s vision had stabilized to 20/150. With glasses, he can now read the big “E” on the eye chart.

“My health is perfect,” Jeff says.

Jeff acknowledges that his visual impairment has affected his artistic aesthetic. “My art has large, colorful shapes with blurred margins,” he says. “I see things best in high contrast, and my art reflects this. I do not see straight, sharp lines. I really cannot draw or paint anything concrete. You will not find me at the State Fair sketching caricatures.”

Where you will find Jeff is the halls of Kansas State School for the Blind, where he is currently a freshman. You will also find Jeff meeting with potential clients and buyers, and sometimes even hobnobbing backstage with music legend Sir Elton John.

Jeff met Elton John in October 2007 through Make-A-Wish Foundation. After the pop superstar’s concert, the two shared thoughts with each other about their philanthropic goals. They found they had a lot in common, and have supported each other’s work ever since. In late 2008, Jeff gifted 12 of his original canvases to the Elton John AIDS Foundation Baphumelele Children’s Home in Khayelitsha, South Africa.

Just as the IMF encourages its members to live their lives to the fullest, Jeff continues to live his the very same way. In additional to his enormous charitable donations, Jeff now also sells his work commercially to private clients. “It allows me to invest in my future,” he says.

But that future will always include a devotion to philanthropy, and using his talent – found through adversity – to support the people he loves and causes that matter, like the IMF.

With the same charm that drove him to name his tumor Clod and attend radiation in a tuxedo, Jeff continues to view all of life’s obstacles in a positive light: “Take the problem you have, be open to others about it, and use it to your advantage,” he advises. “No one is perfect. You need to openly attack your problem so that you can joyfully move on.”
“Keep your eyes open for the ‘ungiven,’” he says. “Art is around us everywhere.”

To purchase Jeffrey Owen Hanson’s inspirational work on behalf of the IMF, please visit our web site: www.myeloma.org. More information about Jeff and his work is also available at www.jeffreyowenhanson.com.

Jeff's art highlighted as Rosemann & Associates wins Design Excellence Award

2009-06-30T21:09:00.003-05:00

"Rosemann's design won bronze in the Interiors category for "Best Use of Art" as the design highlights works created by Jeffrey Owen Hanson. Hanson's contemporary creations provided Rosemann with inspiration to create a bold, urban "art gallery" design..."

Read the entire post here on the Rosemann & Associates blog.

Jeff's Generous HeART show coming up!

2009-06-30T21:05:00.004-05:00

Announcing Jeff Hanson eCards!

2009-06-29T13:09:00.001-05:00

For more information, please visit the Greetings & Giving website here.

Generous HeART Notes on sale now!

2009-06-22T13:27:00.004-05:00

Jeff's explosive, colorful abstract art reproduced in an "artfully unique" 4" x 9", 50-sheet booklet style note pad with 25 original canvas designs.

Each sheet features a Jeff Hanson canvas, along with the painting name and Jeff's web site. Top edge glued. Shrinkwrapped.

Perfect gift for a hostess, teacher, co-worker, neighbor or friend.

Getting rave reviews from clients and stationary retailers. A must have!

Proceeds support Jeff's favorite charities.

$14.00 - Please allow one week shipping of all items.

Order online: http://jeffreyowenhanson.com/artstore.html

KC Magazine Interview

2009-06-05T13:20:00.012-05:00

Jeff was interviewed by Kimberly Stern of the KC Magazine. Read the complete article below!

100 + 10
SOMETHING FIERCE.

Not all Overland Park teens can count an iconic pop star, a Hollywood director and a hip actor/musician among their pals. But unshakable optimism in the face of a devastating disease quickly captures the hearts of anyone who meets Jeffrey Owen Hanson – including Sir Elton John, Harold Ramis and Jack Black. Just 15-years old, Hanson suffers from Neurofibromatosis and is legally blind. He’s also a wunderkind artist and a fundraising machine. Since 2006, sales of his work have generated more than $100,000 for national charities and local nonprofit organizations. Last spring Hanson presented Elton John with a $1,000 check for the Elton John AIDS Foundation prior to the mega-celebrity’s inaugural Sprint Center concert. Now, a Hanson original hangs in John’s London office, and the star commissioned Hanson to create a series of paintings for his foundation’s South African home for women and children affected by AIDS. Though Hanson paints his contemporary canvases in his parents’ basement, his work truly reaches worldwide.

1. What word do you love the sound of?
Fierce. My art is fierce. My painting smock is fierce. To me it means “bold” and “explosive.”

2. Who is your favorite musician?
I grew up listening to Elton John because my mom and dad are big fans. I even named a painting I gave to E.J. “View From the 22nd Row” as a tribute to one of my favorite songs, “Candle in the Wind.”

3. What do you like on your pizza ?
No sauce and lots of cheese – mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar and provolone.

4. If you had to leave Kansas City forever, what would your last meal be?
An all-American cheeseburger and fries, topped off with my mom’s chocolate chip cookies.

5. What was your first job?
Jeff’s Bistro, a driveway business that combined selling my hand-painted note cards along with my mom’s baked goods. I raised more than $13,000.

6. Fill in the blank: “There ought to be a law against ___________.”
Guns. I don’ think we should carry guns unless we’re an authority. Life is precious; I know that firsthand.

7. What is your guilty pleasure ?
My iPhone and Wii games. Pikmin is my current favorite. It’s fierce.

8. If you were the star in any TV show, which would it be?
Oprah’s “Big Give.” She’s trying to educate the world about the joy of giving.

9. Do you have a motto ?
Help create kinder communities, more compassionate nations and a better world for all.

10. What advice would you give to someone who wants to follow in your footsteps?
Just go do it. Give to the world, and it will give back.

Feature Article: United Methodist News Service

2009-06-03T13:36:00.000-05:00

Jeff was featured in the national news publication of the United Methodist Church, recognized for his generosity and his joy in giving. Click here to read about Jeff's gifts and Reverend Hamilton's take on Jeff's contributions to his community and the world.

The Kansas City Star - Northland Community Notes

2009-05-28T11:50:00.002-05:00

“True Colors,” a work by 15-year-old Jeff Hanson of Overland Park, is on display at Clay County’s juvenile justice center.

CLAY COUNTY
Art exhibit at justice center: New art graces the walls of Clay County’s juvenile justice center — the work of a 15-year-old Overland Park artist. Jeff Hanson painted “True Colors,” which was unveiled last week at the R. Kenneth Elliott Children’s Justice Center, 351 E. Kansas St., Liberty. The piece, a series of nine one-foot-square canvases, was commissioned by the
Clay County Fine Arts Council.

Jeff, 15, attends the Kansas State School for the Blind. He was born with neurofibromatosis, a genetic condition that caused a tumor to grow on his optic nerve. His Web site is www.jeffreyowenhanson.com.

Jeff's "True Colors" unveiled

2009-05-20T11:48:00.000-05:00

Jeff's nine canvas series titled "True Colors" was unveiled at the R. Kenneth Elliott Children's Justice Center in Liberty, Missouri, on Wednesday, May 20, 2009.

Jeff Hanson & Jack Black in YEAR ONE (Sony Pictures)

2009-05-14T10:17:00.005-05:00

In theaters June 19, 2009.

http://yearone-movie.com/

Jeff presents "Year Zero" painting to Harold Ramis

Jeff & Jack Black on the set of YEAR ONE

Filming of YEAR ONE

Jeff & Michael Cera

Jeff and Olivia Wilde

Jeff and June Diane Raphael