Pursuing creativity can be uncomfortable if not terrifying. We leave ourselves open to vulnerability, self doubt , criticism and failure. We struggle with trying to be better than someone else or get lost in the noise of our own thoughts missing out on what is. But when creativity truly flows, there is no effort, there…
To celebrate the upcoming opening of the Sea Zen Art Gallery and Experience by Jay Alders, we are hosting a pre-opening Holiday Exclusive Event on Sunday Dec 14, 2014 in Belmar, NJ. This will be a rare and exciting chance to paint step-by-step with world renown artist Jay Alders. No skill is required and our…
A new painting by Jay Alders, “Beach Runner”. The artist’s first running art genre piece. Commissioned by Brazil’s “Circuito do Sol”, taking place in São Paulo on Feb 8. Limited Edition Prints now available, buy now.
Jay Alders recently was invited to paint a surfboard for the Surfers Healing Surf Auction, hosted by the Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel, California. The one of kind Jay Alders hand-painted surfboard, shaped by Rozbern Surfboards was painted in Acrylic and will be available for auction on November 22, 2014. The money raised will benefit children…
My talented and kind-hearted friend Stefan Lessard from the Dave Matthews Band (DMB) asked me to doodle on one of his set lists when I saw him at a show in June. This one if from 6/14/14 in Camden,NJ. I downloaded the live show that this set list was from and listened to it while I was sketching…
Connecting with my creative side isn’t always easy or second hand nature to me, even after so many years of exploring , creating and expressing. I assure you, at least for me, each time I draw or paint, I experience some level of deep anxiety or insecurities boil to the surface. It may seem easy…
When did you first start surfing? When I was around 17 I started surfing. Pretty much as soon as I got my drivers license and had the freedom to get to the beach whenever I wanted to, which was almost daily. What is it that you love about surfing and the ocean? Since I was…
September 16, 2014 – Thanks TriCity News for the 2nd Front Page Cover this month. This week’s issue features Artist Jay Alders with business partner and friend Jay Soares on the cover in front of the new soon to be built, Sea Zen Art Gallery by Jay Alders. The Art space will feature the artwork…
Sept 14th 2014- Join Surf Artist Jay Alders on the beach of Belmar, NJ for the Belmar Pro 2014. Alders will be signing and selling surf art prints and presenting the Fins Junior Pro Winner with a limited edition signed canvas of “18th & Ocean”, the new surf art painting by Jay Alders.
Jay Alders will be a featured artist at the Annual Seaside Soiree. Alders will be live painting and auctioning off the painting to benefit kids with Autism. The annual Seaside Soiree fundraiser will be held on Friday, September 5th and is sure to be a memorable evening as guests dine with the ocean as their backdrop…
Sept 4, 2014- Thanks TriCity News for the cover story featuring artist Jay Alders and his artist success story. Local artist reaches international audience and still supports local home town scene. On news stands now in New Jersey.
Sun Dreams Productions and Jay Alders present the “End of Summer Luau”, the Official Belmar Pro After-Party. September 12, 2014, please join us at the Jersey Shore’s very own The Columns in Avon, NJ on the beach for an evening of yoga, music and art. Celebrity Yoga Instructors Yulady and Gerald Saluti will start the…
The Official Surf Art for the Pacifico Belmar Pro 2014 by Artist and Surfer Jay Alders. Now available as signed, limited edition prints on canvas and fine art paper from shop.jayalders.com Inspired by one of Jay Alders’s favorite home surf breaks, 18th Ave in Belmar, New Jersey, the home of the Belmar Pro and former…
September 7, 2014 – Join Artist, Yogi and Surfer Jay Alders for an Art Opening at Asbury Park Boardwalks’s POP’s at APYC at 5PM. DJ, light appetizers and cocktails for guests. APYC 1000 Ocean Ave Asbury Park, NJ 732-455-3275 Art Prints, Original Art, Jay Alders Merchandise for sale. Artist Meet and Greet and Signing.
New! Ladies “Love Birds” Moroccan Tank Top designed by artist Jay Alders. Featuring artwork inspired by Alders’s painting Love Birds and available to your home onshop.JayAlders.com, or click here.
“The Branches of Desire” by artist Jay Alders- A new surreal painting now released with limited edition hand-numbered and signed prints available exclusively from : shop.JayAlders.com Choose from archival prints on Gallery stretched canvas or matte finish bright white fine art paper. This art will soon be featured on the album of the upcoming release…
HOW’S WORK, LIFE AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN? ARE YOU KEEPING WELL? Very good thank you. I am busy with work, travel and being creative and I am thoroughly enjoying fatherhood. My baby girl was born Oct 10, 2013 and watching her grow each day is the greatest gift ever. WE’RE LOVING YOUR LATEST WORK. A…
Introducing the new ‘Tidal Moon’ fitted T-Shirt. An ultra-soft, ultra-comfy unisex T-shirt that feels like you’ve owned it for years the moment you put it on, and for years to come. Based on the surf art painting “Tidal Moon” which Alders live painted on stage with reggae artist Mishka in Philadelphia. BUY TIDAL MOON T-SHIRT
Saturday, July 12, 2014, join us in the historic beach town of Asbury Park, New Jersey for the 1st Annual Asbury Park Surf Music Festival. Jay Alders and team will be set up selling surf art and apparel and signing prints. Get STOKED! The Asbury Park Surf Music Festival is New Jersey’s #1 Surf Music event,…
To all of the great Dads out there who step up to the plate to make a difference in their kids’ lives… To all of the awesome Fathers out there who try to live each day knowing that their kids are watching & learning always… To all of the amazing Da Da’s out there who…
Growing up as an artsy kid, for as long as I can remember, I have always found a sincere fascination by the artistic zone that musicians, artists and even scientists share. That space between thoughts that brings us ideas and visions and songs…it’s magical. It move mountains and shapes memories. We should all listen to…
We each have different memories and emotions associated with the word “home. For some of us, that means just one town. For others, we wander often running to or from something. Just like “the now“, home is nothing more than a state of being. Not necessarily geographically confined. When I travel I meet new people,…
On July 4, 2o14 Jay Alders will be in the Outer Banks of North Carolina for a live painting show and artist signing. Meet fine artist Jay Alders and buy art prints at The Pirate Coast Gallery and enjoy the 4th of July week. Live music by Gabe Gomez, Gabrielle Rose and Caroline Davis. Surfboard…
Fine Artist Jay Alders explains some of the hidden meanings in this surreal mermaid oil painting. A piece of art is often meant to communicate and provoke change. Watch this short video to get some insights into this piece. This surrealist painting of mermaids symbolically raises issues of marriage equality, gay rights and unification of…
When I was a kid, I ran off to the beach as soon as school was over every day, anxious to surf with my friends. I was in love with the ocean. Before I knew it, I was founding my school’s environmental club, surfing every chance I could get, and pledging my devotion to vegan…
On March 31, 2014 Artist Jay Alders joined Reggae musician and friend Mishka on stage at the Wonderbar in Asbury Park, NJ to live paint during his set. Jay did this improvised acrylic painting during the performance from start to finish. It began as an ? OM symbol and morphed in front of the audience into a female figure on a…
Mark your calendars and tell your friends in the NJ,Philly and NYC Tri-State Area. Fine artist Jay Alders will be exhibiting and selling original and limited edition artwork and Sarah Blacker will be performing acoustically at Stay Gold Cafe and Lounge in Belmar, New Jersey. Please join us and tell friends. More info can be…
Painted live on stage with Reggae Musician Mishka on April 4, 2014 at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia, PA. This painting depicts the glowing full moon rising over the geometric perfection of the big and powerful ocean waves. During his performance, Mishka switched spots briefly with Jay and threw down a few brushstrokes while Jay played some guitar. The original painting has…
Check out this short video with some behind the scenes insights to the Jay Alders snowboard art painting, “Moonlight Glide.” Prints available at: shop.JayAlders.com
Using Yoga poses for re-centering and balance. Read the Article on Elephant Journal > My wife Chelsea was almost six months pregnant with our first child when we moved back home from Florida to the New Jersey shore. Soon after, I started a painting inspired by the jetties and hollow waves of the New Jersey beaches…