Vintage magazine collage on panel.
These pieces are part of the collection in the SBFA annual online trunk show which opens tonight 10/23 at 6pm PT.
Link in bio for details.
Vintage map collage on panel.
Some of the new work available for the annual @stephaniebreitbardfinearts online trunk show, starting tomorrow, October 23 at 6pm. See link in bio for details and preview of the work available.
The devil is in the details and Jay Kelly doesn’t miss a single one.🔥
Up close, his work is next-level: precision, texture, and layers that pull you in. This isn’t just art - it’s obsession-worthy. Watch those details pop!
Which part caught your eye? 👀 Let us know below.
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“Enchanting” 60”x60” vintage fashion and lifestyle magazine collage with acrylic and satin varnish on panel
Featured this week at Art Miami with @stephaniebreitbardfinearts
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“New Glamour” 48”x60” collage of vintage fashion and lifestyle magazines, acrylic and satin varnish on panel Featured at Art Miami with @stephaniebreitbardfinearts which opens tomorrow, December 3
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Jay Kelly began his career in graphic design but quickly emerged as a notable fine artist with his unique style. His latest work focuses on torn collage elements. Starting with a source image that intrigues him—whether for balance, depth, beauty, or romance—Kelly transforms it into something entirely new.
Sometimes, the source comes from vintage books or magazines, like No Matter Where, inspired by a Balenciaga ad. Other times, it’s his own photography, as in Just Possible, which features a chandelier. Once he selects an image, he experiments with sizing and cropping before recreating it using countless bits of paper.
Kelly’s materials include vintage magazines, novels (both classic and obscure), and art history books. The natural aging of these papers provides shades of whites and tans. He also incorporates black paper stock and hand-dyed papers for additional texture and depth. For vibrant color images, he scans and reprints vintage material with archival ink on fine art paper to preserve their brilliance over time.
His process is meticulous—hand-tearing and gluing each piece to build highlights and shadows. He views the work from across the studio, often squinting to check proportions and shading. As the piece nears completion, the paper fragments become smaller and more precise.
Once finished, the collage is sealed with gel medium and topped with glossy resin or varnish, uniting all the elements into a cohesive artwork. Each piece’s title is derived from text that naturally integrates into the finished piece.
By painting with paper, Kelly achieves a unique depth, offering viewers a photorealistic image from afar and intricate textures up close. Thousands of tiny fragments come together to create something entirely new. For Kelly, art should inspire, transport, and awe. This series embodies that vision.
To see the work of Jay Kelly in person is to truly appreciate the intricate details that make his art so special. Visit us at the gallery to experience his work in person.
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Excited to be a part of @stephaniebreitbardfinearts third gallery location @bwfagallery in Dallas, TX. These two new color collages will be part of their opening tomorrow night, Nov. 19.
