High Artist Spotlight: Jerryk Gutierrez 2022

Jerryk Gutierrez is a Filipino illustrator specializing in digital illustrations and graphic t-shirt designs. Most of his concepts and works are inspired by words, movie poster visuals, and absurd ideas he comes up with.
We recently caught up with Jerryk after High Art 2022 to learn more about his most recent inspirations:
Where do you find your creative inspiration?
For this artwork, music.
Why do you do what you do?
Because its fun and I really enjoy drawing.
What art/artist do you most identify with?
I really like the works of edward hopper
What themes do you pursue the most?
anything that captures my interest
What role does an artist have in society?
To share a different view on something and to make people think.
What is your artistic outlook on life?
to appreciate and understand as much as you can
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Do more of what makes you happy
Do you listen to music while you are creating? If yes, tell us your favorite song and artist.
yes. mostly bon iver albums
What's the best thing about being an artist?
you can express your self and imagination visually.
What is your dream project?
to collaborate with brands that I look up to.