Sienna Cloud is the art studio of Jerry Johnson.
Located in Troy, Alabama, this studio exists primarily for the creation and exhibition of original art by Johnson with over 40 years of experience in creative enterprises ranging from illustration, print and web design, branding, advertising, and of course—fine art.
Although the “making of art” is the primary purpose of this studio, Sienna Cloud has quickly become a space for artist Jerry and his wife Lana to refurb, repurpose, or redeem found or displaced objects. Although our “redeemed” products can be found at local antique stores and boutiques, Sienna Cloud Studio at 113 N. Three Notch can be visited by appointment or during special “open” times to view the interesting inventory.
Follow Sienna Cloud online via Facebook. Feel free to make an appointment to visit our brick and motor studio in downtown Troy. Either way, we love getting inspired by and hopefully be inspiring to our wonderful community. Thank you for viewing the various creative projects by Jerry Johnson and Sienna Cloud. All artwork displayed is copyrighted.
Fine Art
Whether the medium called for is digital or analog, an array of original artwork is available. Commissioned artwork is always considered.
Print + Web Design
Thirty plus years of experience in design: solving visual communication problems from print to web; from branding to advertising.
Illustration + Illuminations
An array of illustration styles generated for various applications such as editorial or book/newspaper.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. —Col. 3:23–24”
Message from Jerry Johnson
Top-Left: an Oklahoma dust storm. It’s not quite the same as a “day at the beach” but you do leave with sand in your britches. Top-Right: silly headshot. Bottom: a commission was done for my Chevy-loving, high school classmate.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, I arrived in Alabama in the summer of 2000. And, like any Oklahoma dust storm, I brought my gritty past with me. The family and I carry our “can do, out-west, big sky, red clay” heritage with us (hence the name—Sienna Cloud). We came roaring into Troy full of excitement and expectation for a new experience in collaboration, community, and creativity. Our experience has been and continues to be all of these.
I was originally employed by Troy University as Chair of the Department of Art and Design and served in that role for a decade then later continued to serve Troy as a Professor of Design until retirement. My wife (Lana) and I continue to reside in our favorite village—Troy, Alabama. I have also been a professor at Oklahoma State University, Southern Arkansas University, and Miami International University of Art and Design.
As a long-time designer, illustrator, educator, musician, and artist, it has been my life's work to explore the impact of creativity and design processes for addressing life issues and obstacles. Granted, most times, a graphical or visual communication solution is the expected outcome. However, there is something grander that occurs when design thinking is applied to almost any situation that requires connecting ideas with people—Inspiring results and a shared experience! I LOVE IT!
For a comprehensive resume/vita, you are welcome to download one here.
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Selected Awards + Achievements
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society of Troy
Distinguished Service Award 2018
Phi Kappa Phi
Alabama Arts Fellowship Recipient 2017
Alabama State Council on the Arts
Outstanding Professional Achievement
in Graphic Design 2015
Southeast College Art Conference
FATE Distinguished Service Award 2013
Foundations in Art: Theory and Education
Algernon Sydney Sullivan Faculty Award 2008
(Character + Integrity)
Troy University Faculty Awards
Wallace D. Malone Award Distinguished
Faculty Award 2007
(Scholarship + Professional Activity)
Troy University Faculty Awards