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= Jon Jaylo =

Jon Jaylo (July 26, 2012) is a Filipino painter. His works are heavily associated with surrealism and/or conceptual realism. He is known for his surrealistic themes such as compositions with dreamlike attributes and more commonly a fusion of fantasy and realism. He oftentimes adds a Victorian-esque fashion to his subjects.



Early Life and Education
In his early life, Jon initially resided in the Philippines where he attended grade school. He and his family then moved to Chicago, Illinois where the rest of his grade school years were spent. Before high school, he returned to the Philippines to continue the rest of his education. He took up Fine Arts Advertising at the Far Eastern University.

Jon stated that he had difficulty growing up due to the fact that he did not have the guidance of his mother. His dreamlike style bloomed from his search for reprieve from his misguidances and confusion.

Influences
Jon is greatly inspired by dreams, everyday events, life experiences, and his social community. Artists such as Rene Magritte, Paul Del Vaux, Salvador Dali, Gustav Klimt, Jan Ver Meer, and William Bougereau also play a role in his field of inspiration.

Career
Jon attended numerous art competitions while he ventured in the passionate art world that he began to broaden during college. However before he graduated, he averted his focus to his airbrush business and his new family. He was able to successfully manage his business and raise a family during his hiatus from painting.

He returned to panting slowly thereafter.

Awards and Accomplishments
Jon has opened up exhibits in Asia and Europe in recent years.