While working with Enesco Jim perfected his unique style, combining elements of folk art and a vibrant color pallet applied to traditional themes.

To Jim a Santa Claus isn’t just a Santa Claus, it’s a canvas to be painted. Taking authentic designs from quilting, rosemaling, appliqué and flat perspective folk art, Jim creates an intricate and colorful work of art that reflects our shared cultural heritage yet is unmistakably Jim Shore.

"I can’t imagine myself ever tiring of this," Jim says of his distinctive combination of themes and motifs, "I get to create two designs every time I develop a new piece – what the item will be and then what colors and patterns will go on it. The variety keeps me inspired."

The magic of Jim’s design style is that it can be applied to a huge variety of themes and formats, creating charming and innovative décor for the home. "My work is not a single statement, but a lot of elements mixed together. I use colors that I love – colonial, antiques, jewel tones and sometimes unusual combinations that I happen to love at the moment. Put together it’s a pleasure to look at."

Jim is now working to develop a more extensive lifestyle collection, creating functional home décor incorporating his unmistakable style. He has partnered with the creative talents at Enesco to bring his vision of an American folk art environment to life.