Jay Bubbles

Painter and photographer based in Cape Town whose work responds to the structures, textures, and visual energy of urban life. His work explores the broader effects of urbanism — from the materials that shape daily routines to the layered environments that frame contemporary city living.

Nature enters as a quiet influence, seen through the eyes of an urbanite who regards it as an aspirational presence within city life. These references surface subtly, often in dialogue with the built environment, forming part of a wider exploration of contrast, balance, and place.

Moving between abstraction and representation, Jay creates compositions defined by bold colour, sharp contrast, and a curiosity for overlooked details. Photography informs both the visual language and the way moments are framed, revealing rhythm, repetition, and unexpected harmonies.

Through the use of everyday materials and striking arrangements, Jay Bubbles invites viewers to engage with the complexity, tension, and playfulness of the urban experience.