Mural painting on the inside of the newly opened Iron Buddha in Westwood, New Jersey. A monochromatic graphic design-oriented stylized ocean wave to bring some power and serenity to this new Yoga and Fitness location. The second mural I completed at this location. The first was the entire front exterior wall painted in spray cans.…
This surf painting is inspired by one of my favorite spots on the Jersey Shore. The Inlet Beach in Manasquan which lies at the southern end of Monmouth County, New Jersey. The jetty in this scene is an icon to locals and surfers from around the world alike. Even Surfing legends like Andy Irons have flown in to…
Asbury Park New Jersey’s 2nd Annual Music Festival commissioned Artist Jay Alders to create a surf-themed art mural for this year’s festival. Headline bands include The Dave Matthews Band and The Lumineers. Getting the call to be a featured artist for this year’s Sea Hear Now was such a privilege. I’ve been a gigantic DMB…
I just finished painting the front wall of the future location of Iron Buddha, a new yoga and fitness location in Westwood, New Jersey. The clients, whom I adore, wanted their Buddha logo which I also designed as the center piece of the wall. Of course, the township had something to say about putting street…
Here’s two new Hand-Screened Limited Edition Artist Proofs for the July 24, 2019 311 show at PNC Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey. These are inspired by the surf breaks of the Jersey shore beach towns that I surf. Each print is signed & numbered by artist Jay Alders. They will ship rolled in heavy-weight…
Headline acts include 311, Dirty Heads, Hirie, J Boog, Chronixx, The Interrupters, Alborosie and The Expanders. It’s always an honor to do more artwork for our dear friends Slightly Stoopid. The On The Water Fest will be held in Huntington Beach, on Oct 12,13, 2019. When the band hit me up about doing this, I…
Sea Quell “Sea Quell” – Alders continues exploring the textures and formations of the sea at the golden hours of the beach with this new painting. This contemporary artwork pushes boundaries beyond where Alders work has gone before. The artist calls upon the use of countless layers of thick heavy impasto textures and a more…
Interview with Glen Binger: Originally published in November 2018 at ONLY HUMAN. GB:Jay, thanks for taking time to chat. Can you share a bit about yourself? Any background info that’s NOT in the bio? JA: Well I was always an anxious kid growing up, always had a lot of insecurities. Art was one of my…
Ripple Effect The newest beach inspired original painting by fine artist Jay Alders has already become the new favorite of fans around the world. The textures of the ocean and the vibrant colors of the sun and clouds make this sunrise seem so real that you want to step into it. This impressive new masterpiece…
Podcast host and business guru Dana Malstaff sat down with the acclaimed fine artist and dad Jay Alders on the Boss Dad Podcast to talk about family life, how he got started as a professional creative and entrepreneur. Listen in as Jay candidly discusses getting over hardships to become one of the most recognized surf artists…
I recently sat down for an interview with Podcast Hosts, Fitness Gurus & friends Christine Conti & Brian Prendergast. We talked about how my fine art career came about, some insights to achieving a dream career, the importance of the Law of Attraction and being a dad of three young children. Listen to the interview…
Listen in as host & 6th degree Black Belt Eric Alders interviews Artist (and his big brother) Jay Alders on his new podcast, Life’s Black Belts. Catch the episode on Stitcher, iTunes or IHeartRadio. Jay discusses childhood experiences that launched his career as a professional Fine Artist which eventually led him to be named “Surf Artist…
As both a fan and a friend of the band I am so stoked and grateful that they asked me to create the album art for Slightly Stoopid’s new album, “Everyday Life, Everyday People”. From my perspective as a professional artist, this is a dream project and it’s been extremely exciting to work on this surf…
I received a private message on Instagram this week from an artist who’s been struggling to find any success with her art. She told me that she admires what I do and how I do it..but doesn’t know how I do it. She went on to ask for some advice understanding how to make a…
Please join Jay Alders at his Art Exhibit Opening Event on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in Westminster, CA at Art Center Gallery. This is a free Art Show opening that will feature over 30 of Jay Alders‘s surf inspired art pieces along with some of his other well known paintings available on canvas and paper in custom…
LIVE PAINTING SHOW DETAILS Jay Alders will be Live Painting with friends The Expendables again on stage at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Based out of Santa Cruz, California and on their 10th Anniversary self-titled tour. Saturday, March 3, 2018 Asbury Park, New Jersey Tickets available at the box office or on TheExpendables.net RSVP…
Jay Alders will be living painting Rock Climbing themed paintings in Colorado at Movement Climbing and Fitness locations. These are free events but please RSVP via Facebook. April 2, 2018 – Denver, CO 7-10PM April 3, 2018 – Boulder, CO 5-8PM Live Music by Acoustic Musician: Christopher Ryan There will be a pop-up shop with…
Sharkbanz has teamed up with acclaimed surf artist Jay Alders to create a comfy, limited edition Tee inspired by the majesty of sharks and our oceans. Proceeds from the shirt will be donated to Surfers Healing, the long-standing (20 years!) non-profit that provides empowering experiences for children with autism by teaching them how to surf.…
The release of the official Tour Poster Art by Jay Alders for 311’s October 30, 2017 show in Port Chester, NY at The Capitol Theatre.
I am very proud to be a part of this year’s Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth and Middlesex County’s 19th Annual Gala, themed “Reach for the Stars”. I will be donating art to raise money for BBBS and Chelsea and I are excited to be attending the event again this year. About This…
My First Piece of Jiu Jitsu Art & How It Came About I’ll start at the beginning. Way, way back, when my little brother Eric and I were kids, we really wanted to be ninjas. We made Chinese stars and swords and bow and arrows and really wanted those claws that attach to your hands and…
Wave of Blues: Ocean Inspired Wave Art – New Print Released Now released, “Wave of Blues”, limited edition signed and numbered museum quality print available on canvas and matte finish archival paper. This ocean surf inspired painting was painted live at Surf Taco in Belmar, NJ on June 17th 2017. Limited edition, signed prints are…
At 2PM (EST) today, Friday, September 8, 2017 we are releasing Only 51 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Screen Prints on Rainbow Foil of this Slightly Stoopid Del Mar Racetrack Poster by Jay Alders. This image was inspired by the iconic architecture of The Del Mar Racetrack Buildings which was opened in the late 1930’s.…
Another new 100% Cotton Unisex T-Shirt for summer 2017. This one is inspired by the band poster that I did for the band 311. This is a LIMITED TIME OFFER. Only 205 Shirts..EVER!! We decided to keep things colorful for this season’s new shirts and this teal color will make your sun kissed skin feel…
The band 311, famous for such hit songs as “Down“,”All Mixed Up“, “Amber” and countless others commissioned Artist Jay Alders to design their Limited Edition Tour Poster for their July 15, 2017 show in Asbury Park, New Jersey. UPDATE: SOLD OUT
Listen to this episode of Dabblers vs. Doers with Dan Blank featuring a very transparent look into the life and inner workings of artist & entrepreneur Jay Alders. This podcast interview delves into a wide range of diverse topics that are critical to anyone who wants to make a living with their creative work, while also honoring their creative process and lifestyle with those they love.
New for summer 2017, this 100% Cotton Unisex T-Shirt inspired by the Alders surf art painting “Moment of Momentum”. This is a LIMITED TIME OFFER. Only 205 Shirts..EVER!! We decided to keep things colorful for this season’s new shirts and this teal color will make your sun kissed skin feel right at home. The energy…
July 1, 2017 Jay Alders and G. Love will once again share the stage to create some amazing creative vibes. Jay will be live painting during a solo acoustic set by G. Love at Manasquan, NJ’s Algonquin Theatre.
July 8, 2017, 12-4PM – Join Jay Alders as he live paints in front of the crowd on the famous New Jersey Shore hot spot, the Asbury Park Boardwalk. Jay will be set up in front of StoreHouse and will have an assortment of signed prints, artistic merchandise and will be available for artist signings and…
New art by Jay Alders for the band Slightly Stoopid’s huge music festival in Mexico (Dec 2017). With headliners: SOJA, Stick Figure, J Boog, Fortunate Youth & The Expanders