Jerry Kan Art, based in the dramatic landscape of Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, has an impressive background in design. With many award-winning projects under his belt, including the Gold British Design Award in 1993 and the Bronze IDSA (Industrial Design Society of America) for his work on the Oce Scanner, Jerry has built a strong foundation in the design world. His past work spans set designs for BskyB Movie Channel and Channel 4 Identity, showcasing his ability to balance creativity and structure.

Through his mixed media artwork, Kan continues to explore new ways of blending color, shape, and form. Below, we take a closer look at three of his stunning works.

Mocha Brother

The artwork Mocha Brother – Geometric Abstraction on paper using mixed media gouache, self-printed, and patterned collage – is a stunning example of the power and beauty of geometric shapes and patterns in art. The artist has created a visually captivating composition by skillfully arranging various shapes such as triangles, squares, circles, and rectangles in a grid-like structure. These shapes are meticulously placed to create a sense of order and organization within the artwork. Bold black lines are used to define the edges of the shapes, creating a sense of structure and separation between the different color fields.

Mexicana

Mexicana is a vibrant and energetic mixed media collage that captures the essence of movement and dynamism. The abstract elements are taken from Mayan and Aztec imagery, giving a multitude of colorful and patterned elements, creating a sense of fluidity and vitality. The artist masterfully combines geometric and organic shapes, contrasting colors, and varied textures to bring the figure to life. The rich and bold color palette includes deep reds, blues, greens, and browns, which are used in both solid blocks and intricate patterns. The intense red background serves as a powerful contrast to the multi-colored figure, adding a sense of drama and energy to the composition.

Boris

Boris – all mouth and trousers – is a vibrant and dynamic mixed media artwork that captivates the viewer with its bold geometric shapes, patterns, and colors. The composition is a playful juxtaposition of various elements, creating a visually stimulating and harmonious whole. The artist skillfully combines different visual elements to create a sense of structure, movement, and energy within the artwork.

Personal Reflection

The three pieces above present a world filled with striking colors and dynamic shapes, each with its own unique energy. Mocha Brother offers a sense of order and structure through the use of geometric shapes arranged in a grid, providing both balance and visual excitement. Mexicana brings a rich, cultural vibrancy to life, with the intense reds and varied textures creating a dramatic, energetic composition. Finally, Boris takes a playful and whimsical approach, with bold geometric patterns adding movement and personality to the work.

The beauty of these pieces lies in their ability to evoke different emotions and stories through abstract forms and vibrant colors. They offer an immersive sensory experience that is not bound by age or background but can be appreciated for its energy, vitality, and complexity. The playful juxtaposition of color and form invites the viewer to step into a world where structure, culture, and whimsy collide in captivating harmony.

These works aren’t just about geometric shapes; they represent a celebration of life, movement, and creativity—a visual feast that draws us into a world of endless possibilities.