Jay has professed that he is excited to be constantly evolving. Yet, it can definitely be said that bold and unique perspectives remain a hallmark of Jay’s original paintings. With his exciting combinations of colours, patterns, light and reflection, he elevates everyday objects and familiar nature & urban scenes, to the extraordinary. There’s passion and dedication in every brush stroke.
Jay is driven to strive harder and better in his art every year. His inspirations have come from a variety of sources, including Ontario and Quebec landscapes and cityscapes, as well as taking a fresh view of the ordinary moments of life, with both people and things. “To see somebody make that connection to your art is always great”, claims the artist, “It has been a conscious effort to vary subjects and style of art over the years”.
Jay has been recognized for his artistic excellence in a number of areas. Jay received the award for Outstanding Artist-Mid Career by the Sudbury Arts Council in 2020. He was featured as an “Artist to Collect” in the prestigious Arabella, Canadian Art, Architect and Design Magazine (2017). He was awarded the Committee’s Choice Award at the 40th Annual La Cloche Art Show for his painting “Apple Blossoms” and was the recipient of the Peg Forbes Memorial Award at the 39th Annual La Cloche Art Show for his painting “The Crack”.
As well, his paintings "First Light" and "Above Killarney" were awarded First Place People's Choice Award at the 2023 and 2016 "In the Spirit of Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven" exhibitions at Perivale Gallery in Spring Bay, Ontario.
Jay’s artwork can be found in many private and corporate collections in Canada.
To acquire available paintings, contact the artist directly or make an appointment to visit Jay’s Studio Gallery.
View article from The Sudbury Star – December 17, 2005