Jim Shore grew up in rural South Carolina, the son of artistic parents who instilled a love of the traditional values
expressed in American folk art. His grandmother was a master quilter who taught him an appreciation for the
patience and skill required to bring intricate designs to life. Jim drew inspiration from these roots. “The magic of
Jim’s design style is that it can be applied to a huge variety of themes and formats, creating a charming and
innovative.. Put together it’s a pleasure to look at. It doesn’t really matter what item it’s on. It’s just fun to look
at—American Folk-Art.