Conor Hughes O’Brien

Level 7

2022

Influenced by artist like Banksy, Eduardo Kobra and other influencers like Tom Wells, Cody Tarantino, Paint by Jak on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube where he learned technique and explored them furtherFinding an interest in street and abstract art, it has influenced the choices and creative thinking in his work. Connor’s work consists of a blend of aerosol sprays and prints with acrylic paint finishes. In his work we can see many experimental phase and pieces, which was a key learning curve in his career, this gave him the ability to mix and match different styles with unorthodox textures using different materials such as newspapers or taking away paint to complete his work. Also, using particular techniques he gets the messy street-modern abstract look that he tries to achieve.

Growing up in Donegal by the sea with all the creative people around Connor started to gain an interest in art. Taking part in the art community games was a key motivator in making his ideas come to life through his designs and art styles, throughout the course school studies, Connor expanded his knowledge, both practical and theoretical, this progression helped him in his further studies in his Level 5 art course in Art and Design. In time this aided him to pursue a career in Arts through college. Connor’s work derives from the styles, techniques and experiences learned throughout college and online teaching.