Jack Killick

Jack Killick is a contemporary British artist born in 1985, who studied at The Slade School of Art. He is known for his large-scale sculptural installations and paintings that explore the relationship between scale, form, and the surrounding environment.

Killick's work often begins with small, idle gestures that are then scaled up into massive sculptural installations or painted environments that dwarf the viewer. This creates a tension between the scale of the artwork and the subject matter, as seemingly insignificant details become magnified and given mass.

The artist draws inspiration from his surroundings, and his sculptures are made from inexpensive, household materials such as cardboard, fabric, plywood, polystyrene, scrim, and plaster. The seams of their construction are left visible, revealing the methods of their making, and creating a sense of playfulness and mischievousness.

In his most recent paintings, Killick incorporates influences from Arte Povera to Pop Art, using bold colors and stylized forms to express architectural themes and explore physical and mental space. The resulting works appear fluid and compelling, and Killick's unique vision and approach make him an exciting contemporary artist to watch.