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COAST NOTE
COASTAL CONVERGENCE:
An Exploration of Style and Color
story by Kelsey Sunderman-Foster
photos courtesy of the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum and Jason Pittman
The Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi is proud to present Coastal Convergence: An Exploration of
Style and Color, a stunning new exhibit featuring the work of Mississippi Gulf Coast native Jason Pittman. On view through December 31, 2025, the show celebrates Pittman’s deep connection to the Gulf Coast and his mastery of color, composition, and emotion.
A graduate of
Mississippi College with a degree in
Fine Art, Pittman began his career as a professional muralist, creating large-scale works that brought life and movement
to public and private spaces across the region. In recent years, however, he
has shifted his focus toward his studio practice, developing a body of original paintings and private commissions that showcase his signature blend of realism, texture, and warmth. His subjects range from serene coastal landscapes and rustic farmhouses to expressive portraits and pet commissions—each piece infused with his love for storytelling through art.
beauty. His coastal-themed paintings reflect not only the natural splendor
of the Gulf but also the resilience and spirit of the people who call it home. Through his work, Pittman captures the fleeting light on the water, the sweep of a shoreline breeze, and the quiet power of the sea—each brushstroke a tribute to the place that shaped him.
Beyond his personal work, Pittman is also a dedicated teacher, offering painting classes from his local studio where he shares his process and passion with students of all levels.
Now based on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Pittman draws daily inspiration
from the area’s unique rhythm and
Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum
115 1st St., Biloxi • 228.435.6320 www.maritimemuseum.org
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