Marquis Who's Who Honors Jack Johnson for Expertise in Fine Arts

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Jack Johnson, a distinguished expert in the fine arts industry specializing in watercolor, gouache and oil painting, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. Johnson has established a remarkable career spanning five decades, contributing his artistic vision to many iconic films such as "The Goonies," "Beetlejuice," "Edward Scissorhands" and "Ghostbusters." For the past 20 years, he has served as an illustrator, art director and painter at Artjack, where he focuses on creating a collection of paintings featuring his children and imaginative works for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Johnson's recognition by Marquis Who's Who highlights his significant achievements and contributions to both the fine art and entertainment industries over the past 50 years. His work in film was highly influential, and he is now focused on personal projects that showcase his expertise in various painting mediums.

The details

Throughout his career, Johnson has been honored with awards from the National Watercolor Society and the California Art Club. Four of his major paintings were accepted by the American Watercolor Society, with one earning awards and touring nationally for a year. He is a signature member of both the American and National Watercolor Societies, reflecting his longstanding commitment to advancing the field of watercolor painting. Prior to his current role, Johnson dedicated 27 years to the film industry as an illustrator and art director, becoming known for his ability to bring imaginative concepts to life on screen. His work in film was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Art Directors Guild.

• Johnson has served as an illustrator, art director and painter at Artjack for the past 20 years.
• Johnson dedicated 27 years to the film industry as an illustrator and art director from the late 1970s until 2003.

What’s next

Johnson is currently writing a book and designing a collection centered on personal themes, and is seeking a publisher for his recently completed work "How I Snuck into the Movies," a 180-page book featuring over 600 illustrations from his film industry career.