Jacob Getlar Smith facts for kids

Jacob Getlar Smith (born 1898 – died October 28, 1958) was an American artist. He was known for his paintings and murals. A mural is a large painting often done on a wall. Jacob Getlar Smith created many of his artworks in New York City.

About Jacob Getlar Smith

Jacob Getlar Smith was born in 1898. He loved art from a young age. To learn more about painting, he studied at the National Academy of Design. This famous art school is located in New York. He attended classes there from 1919 to 1921.

His Art and Awards

Jacob Getlar Smith was a very talented artist. In 1929, he received a special award called a Guggenheim Fellowship. This award is given to people who are very creative. It helps them focus on their art. Smith received it for his painting work.

His paintings were shown in many art galleries. These galleries were all over the United States and even in Canada. Some famous places that showed his art include the Art Institute of Chicago and the Brooklyn Museum. This shows how well-known his work was.

In 1930, Jacob Getlar Smith won another important award. He received the Mr. and Mrs. Frank G. Logan Prize. He won seven hundred and fifty dollars for his painting called Friends. This prize was given by the Art Institute of Chicago.

Sharing His Knowledge

Besides painting, Jacob Getlar Smith also wrote books. He shared his knowledge about art with others. He wrote about how to paint with watercolors. He also edited a book called A step-ladder to painting. This shows he was not just an artist, but also a teacher.

Jacob Getlar Smith passed away on October 28, 1958. He died at Montefiore Hospital in The Bronx, New York. His art and writings continue to inspire people today.