In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary art, few artists capture movement, color, and emotion quite like Jason Brian Fox. Known for his vibrant, layered compositions that blur the line between surrealism and fantasy, Fox creates immersive visual worlds filled with energy and imagination.
I had the opportunity to interview him during the New York Art Expo, where his work immediately stood out. Drawn in by his bold use of color and dynamic compositions, I knew I had to learn more about the mind behind the canvas.
What followed was a conversation that revealed an artist deeply rooted in instinct, rhythm, and joy.
What artists or experiences have significantly influenced your style and approach to art?
1. I would have to say my influences I like the action of Jackson Pollack and the color of Kandinsky
Fox’s influences reflect a balance between movement and emotion. The raw, physical energy of Jackson Pollock combined with the spiritual and color-driven compositions of Wassily Kandinsky can be felt throughout his work. It is this fusion that gives his pieces both structure and spontaneity.
Can you walk us through your creative process when starting a new piece? How do you decide on themes or subjects?
2. I think about color first balancing warm and cool tones then composition and most importantly it’s the rythum that determines the theme
For Fox, creation begins not with subject matter, but with sensation. Color leads. Balance follows. But it is rhythm that ultimately shapes the narrative. His process feels closer to music than traditional painting, where flow and timing dictate the final outcome.
What are your preferred mediums to work with, and are there specific techniques you enjoy exploring in your art?
3. Watercolor is my first love and then pastels and acrylic my techquies involve working in textured layers which the benefits is that if your not feeling and element you can cover it up.
His approach to materials reflects both discipline and freedom. Watercolor provides a fluid foundation, while pastels and acrylics allow him to build depth through layered textures. This method gives him the flexibility to evolve a piece organically, constantly refining until it resonates.
How do you hope viewers will connect with your work? Are there particular emotions or thoughts you aim to evoke?
4 what I want to view to connect the most to is the feeling of joy I had in the creation of the piece.
At its core, Fox’s work is about emotional transmission. Each piece carries the energy of its creation, inviting viewers to not just observe, but feel. Joy is not just the outcome, it is embedded in the process itself.
Are there any upcoming projects or collaborations you’re excited about that you could share with us?
5. I am currently on view in an exhibition called visual voice the freedom to create at the Cape Cod Museum of Art
Currently, Fox’s work can be experienced in Visual Voice: The Freedom to Create at the Cape Cod Museum of Art, a fitting setting for an artist whose work celebrates expression without limits.
