Jean Esther
Jean was born in Martinique, a small French Island in the Caribbean, and discovered his artistic talent at an early age. He moved to Long Island, NY to attend the B.O.C.E.S. Cultural Arts Center while in high school.
Now a popular artist in the community, Jean freelances as a professional artist and teacher where he resides in Reading, PA, creating life-like drawings, paintings, and murals. Jean is also skilled in concept design, animation, consulting, marketing and being a source of entertainment for at venues and events such as caricatures at weddings.
Jean is the author and illustrator of Meta Sabian, an independent graphic novel that turns real people into superheroes. Jean instructed both kids and adults at Studio B in Boyertown for over 10 years before purchasing his studio in Antietam in 2000. His students love his classes, and appreciate his knowledge in art. He does many commissioned artworks and participates in community events inspiring others in the arts.
Jean is also a family man, having been married to his wife since 20 years and has two sons of over 15 years with 2 boys. He supports his family doing what he loves. The list of Jean’s talents keeps on growing as he is always learning new techniques. He is a true virtuoso. Jean is known for his outgoing and warm personality. Jean is always networking and frequently welcomes new talent and fellow friends, artists, strangers, community leaders and anyone who appreciates art into this studio. He never stops moving. His heart is large. His mission is to inspire others toward a more fruitful life in creative exploration and healthy living.