Jim D’Amato is an American artist known for his intricate biomorphic paintings and drawings that delve into the unknown and infinite. His artwork blends organic and synthetic forms to explore spatial dimensions, and he utilizes bold, minimal colors and a labor-intensive process to create his pieces. D’Amato’s art challenges the limits of modern abstraction and captivates viewers with its various approaches. His work has been displayed in galleries, alternative spaces, and museum stores and is held in distinguished private collections throughout the United States. He has also participated in group exhibitions with notable artists such as KAWS and H.R. Giger. Learn more about Jim D’Amato in today’s Maker Monday.
“Floating Grey Reality”; ink on rag, 2019.
Andrew Joseph: You’re the newest Crayola color. What color are you and why?
Jim D’Amato: I’m Mars Black. It has red in it, references outer space, and I use it in my paintings.
AJ: What is something you hope to see trending in design in the future?
JD: More warmth and analog production as opposed to the abundance of AI which is so prevalent today.
AJ: What would you like to be remembered for?
JD: Making compelling work that endures over time.
“Destroyers Dream 2”; acrylic on canvas, 2018.
AJ: What’s something you always travel with?
JD: A Moleskine sketchbook.
AJ: What would your dream project or dream client be right now?
JD: Working on a very large scale and doing site-specific installations.
AJ: How would you define your work in three words?
JD: Biomorphic, graphic, and psychedelic.
Various works by Jim D’Amato.
AJ: Favorite piece of clothing you own?
JD: My many black t-shirts which I wear almost daily.
AJ: If you had one more hour in the day what would you do with it?
JD: Draw.
AJ: What’s inspiring you in life (in the industry) right now?
JD: Artists seem to be moving more toward authenticity at the moment which is promising.
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