About

Jon Worth was born to Blaine Mackinnon and Barbara Yuzyk in Winnipeg on November 17, 1977. His name at birth was Jonathan Mackinnon. Portraiture, landscape, and narrative paintings are Jon’s primary focus. He uses oil paint and charcoal to make his marks on paper, linen and hemp.

He studied fine art and design at Emily Carr from 2002 - 2005. Previous to that he studied print production at VCC. On the analytical side, Jon studied economics at both the University of Manitoba and the University of British Columbia during the period of 1996 - 2000.

As a former national athlete for Canada’s Field Hockey Team, Jon travelled extensively. Enjoying all the cultures and museums the world could offer. 

Jon spent nearly 20 years in Vancouver. Having two studios within that time - one located on Commercial and the other at 1000 Parker.

Jon Worth lives on a farm with his family in Grand Forks, British Columbia.