Five Questions with Jon-Paul Kaiser
In ‘Five Questions with..’, artists answer five questions about the art piece they have just released.
We recently released 'The Ripper' by Jon-Paul Kaiser, a 18 x 24 inch Screenprint, and asked him to answer 5 questions about the print.
Tell us a little bit about this print and how the idea came about?
I’m fascinated by all kinds of different legends throughout time and the Ripper has a particular draw. The setting in smoggy Victorian London, down in the shadowy underworld of Whitechapel. A time and place that feels so long ago, almost alien and yet really isn’t that long ago at all..
I wanted to capture the moment when you turn your head to see who those footsteps belong to, only for it to be your worst fear realized.
How long did it take to complete this?
Weeks! The main drawing itself took a couple of days, then the art-working and tweaks took a lot longer.
What is unique about this and why should people buy this print?
It’s a dark piece, with an iconic character and my take on him, using my distinctive style and is a striking piece.
Describe this print in one word.
Fear
Anything else we may have forgotten?
Not that I can think of…
The Ripper is available exclusively via SubUrban Vinyl. Get it here.