Vaughn Klasa Studios

11/01/2026

Good evening! Happy Halloween fellow artists and followers! I’m here to make a big announcement… I have decided to change in my paint brushes for boxing gloves to fight at the for The STAR Center, Inc. presented by Leaders Credit Union this coming January 9th at Carl Perkins Civic Center
I want to share exactly what we’re fighting and raising money for. The STAR Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that’s been helping people of all ages with disabilities since 1988 through education, employment, independence, and specialised support. They’re also strong supporters of veterans, offering services like physical therapy, in-home care, and music therapy for mental wellness, among many others. This is a cause worthy to fight for and as a veteran Marine it hits home!
I know times are tough but any donations would be greatly appreciated as I strive to meet my goal!

https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/BTBFC27/ErikVaughnKlasa

10/23/2026

I was beyond honored to create this painting for STAR Center here in Jackson for Dancing with the Stars to support their charity efforts. I took my inspiration from the passion and drive of Paige Keith who danced her way back into my life. The painting is named “ Alma De Tango”, the soul of tango. Painted on a hand stretched canvas with oil and enamels. I hope whomever won it loves it as much as I did creating it!

10/22/2026

A little look at who I am, where I came from and what made me the artist I am today! A huge thank you to Our Jackson Home for the honor of being featured! ❤️‍🔥

A Marine, a tattoo artist, a "Walldog" hanging off skyscrapers, and now, Jackson’s newest sign painter. Meet Erik Vaughn Klasa, who spent 14 years painting massive ads on buildings across the country, then walked away from a six-figure career to follow love to Jackson, TN.

Now he’s putting that human touch into downtown, from the gold leaf and hand-lettered signs at Gylden Bake House to his aspirations to take “ghost signs” and preserve them. His take on Jackson’s art scene is that there are enough walls for everybody.

Read his full story of finding his place here in Jackson on our blog today.

Want to bring some hand-painted character to your business? Follow Erik and reach out at Erik Vaughn Klasa.

Written by Crista Beals, Photos by Colton Creasy

https://www.ourjacksonhome.com/blog-2/2026/10/20/erik-vaugn-klasa-finding-his-place-in-jackson

10/08/2026

Got to work on this massive wall back in July with Amanda Kreidlkamp & Nicholas Freeman plus a big group of talented artists for Overall Murals in ! Amanda Kreidlkamp and myself painted the high chroma clouds before moving on to painting the 🤘🏽🦾🫡

10/04/2026

As Dancing with the Stars approaches us, this amazing lady has been putting in the work to take the win! Let’s go team Paige Breeden Keith & Blake Newbill with their very talented coach Brandon Kelly!

Meet Paige Keith, one of this year's Dancing with the STARS dancers! 🪩 Paige is the Director of Group Sales and Marketing at Visit Jackson, TN, a role she's poured her heart into for more than a decade. Through her work in tourism marketing, she's told stories, built relationships, and shared the experiences that make our community so special, all while connecting people to the places and moments that matter most.

Outside of work, Paige's favorite role in life is being mom to her teenage daughter, Isabella. From cheering her on at volleyball tournaments to supporting her through every adventure, Paige treasures the moments they share together. She's also grateful for her partner, Erik, with whom she loves exploring new places on their "Adventure Days," and for her sweet goldendoodle, Chip, who fills her days with joy. Her close circle of girlfriends means the world to her too, whether they're antiquing, crafting, or off on their annual girls' trip.

Paige is passionate about meditation, personal growth, and building a life that feels intentional and authentic. She loves getting lost in a good book, discovering new music, trying her hand at a new recipe in the kitchen, and caring for her collection of indoor and outdoor plants. For Paige, life is about staying curious, embracing new experiences, and finding joy in the little moments along the way, values she's excited to bring to the Dancing with the STARS stage.

Help Paige raise funds for the STAR Center! Scan the QR code or text DWTSTARS262 to 71777 or go to dwtsjackson.comto support her.

10/02/2026

Still after 14 years of slinging paint from coast to coast, has to be one of my favorite canvases to paint. Painted this a few years back on rig with jasperpatch for Overall Murals ! Fun fact bout this job, we got hit with an earthquake while on the rig that was felt up and down the eastern coastline!

09/29/2026

Time trip to 3 years ago… hard to explain to some the magnitude of the projects we paint in such a small time frame at great heights… 2 person mural painted for Overall Murals in for

09/24/2026

Almost 2 months ago I had the honor of being invited to live paint for Jackson Arts Council at an open house event. This painting took a total of nine and a half hours, two and a half day of the event while the rest at home. This piece is being auctioned off to support campaign here in beautiful This is my second canvas ever and it’s painted with enamel and oil medium.

08/06/2026

2nd canvas I’ve painted ever! So much fun getting to meet Jackson Arts Council members and fellow artist!

Jackson Arts Council had a nice event to celebrate 731 Day last week.

https://jacksonpost.news/stories/arts-council-launches-membership-drive,147679?

06/28/2026

A weeks worth of painting for Wholly Cow BBQ TN located ! From plain wood to copper leaf with distressed lettering! Nothing like the challenge of reverse painting on double pane glass!