High Artist Spotlight: Jake Genen

Jake Genen is a lifelong resident of New York based in Astoria, Queens. He makes anthropomorphic art using Victorian era images from the 1800’s coupled with animals.

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He incorporates design elements from different cultures around the world and uses them to tell a story of exotic creatures in foreign lands. He mixes illustration with digital collage and uses all mediums to tell his story of worlds colliding.

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Jake placed 7th in this year’s High Art Challenge with his incredible piece, “Sweet Bee’s of Weed”. Read more about his inspiration and view more of his artwork below!

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Instagram: @jkejake
Website:  jakegstudios.com

1. How did you find out about High Art?

Juxtapoz Magazine’s email newsletter.

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2. What made you want to submit an entry?

A love of art, and competition.

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Wheat Paste

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3. What was your inspiration and/or process for the piece you submitted?

My inspiration was psychedelic black light 70’s style posters mixed with my anthropomorphic Imagery, and I wanted to bring attention to Honeybees.

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I’m a fan of the plant and I use it recreationally.

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5. How has it enhanced your art or creative process?

Cannabis can open  your mind and then focus your ideas.

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6. What are your favorite strains or cannabis products?
 

Blue Cheese,  Northern Lights, or a Kush. I’m more of a Indica / Indica Hybrid guy.

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