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Lucas Smith is a contemporary abstract artist based in San Diego, known for his vibrant, textural works. His artistic roots are traced to a small rural Missouri hometown where he was surrounded by creative influences and developed a deep connection to art. Relocating to San Diego in 2021, Lucas brings a fresh perspective to abstract art, blending imagination, raw materials, and refined techniques to create pieces that invite viewers on a journey of exploration.
He primarily paints in acrylic on canvas and wood panels. He developed his unique style and limited color palette in classes & workshops primarily at the San Diego Watercolor Society and Art on 30th. Lucas also completed a 24-week Artist Development & Mentorship Program there where he honed his professional skills and artistic voice.
Lucas is the resident artist of Studio 2 at Art on 30th in North Park, San Diego. In the past year, Lucas’s work has been juried in dozens of shows in some of San Diego County’s best galleries and awarded Best of Show, two 1st place, two 2nd place, 3rd place, Juror’s Choice, three Honorable Mentions and People’s Choice.
In 2024, Lucas’s Gallery 21 solo exhibition broke gallery records at 22 sales. With 55 paintings sold last year, his work is in collections in California, Oregon, Arizona, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Illinois, Missouri; Internationally in Norway and Australia.
Lucas is a member of Carlsbad Oceanside Art League, San Diego Watercolor Society, OMA Artist Alliance, Sergeant Art Group, Foothills Art Association, and the San Diego Museum of Art. He currently serves as the Assistant Director of the SDWS 45th International Exhibition and devotes his energy to commissioned creations and continued maturity of his artistic vision and voice.
