Everett Gee Jackson

Everett Gee Jackson (8 October 1900 – 4 March 1995) was an American impressionist painter and professor. He rose to prominence for his landscapes and portraits in 20th century Mexico City and Southern California. until Jackson moved to Mexico City with his wife. He remained there for several years before moving to San Diego.

Career While in Mexico, Jackson established studios in Oaxaca and Mexico City. He was greatly influenced by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, and David Siqueiros. After moving back to San Diego, Jackson received his M.A. from the University of Southern California and began teaching Pre-Columbian Art History at San Diego State University, where he remained from 1930 to 1963.

Notable works United States President Ronald Reagan presented one of Jackson's pieces, The Hikuli Seekers, as a gift to President José López Portillo of Mexico in 1981. Additionally, Jackson's painting, Serra Museum Tower, San Diego, hangs in the Smithsonian American Art Museum.