Jam Sutton facts for kids

James Sutton, also known as Jam Sutton, is a talented visual artist from England. He was born in the United Kingdom in 1986. A visual artist creates art using different forms like photography, computer graphics, and design.

Jam Sutton's Creative Career

Jam Sutton has worked with many famous people and companies. His clients include popular musicians like will.i.am, Steve Aoki, and Natalia Kills. He has also worked with bands like N*E*R*D and music labels such as Sony Music.

Jam's artwork has been shown all over the world. You can find his creations in art shows, magazines, and on album covers. His work has also appeared on television and popular websites. He has displayed his art in countries like the UK, Italy, and Spain.

Designing for Music

Jam Sutton has created many designs for music artists.

• In 2008, he helped with the graphics for will.i.am's song "New Day."
• In 2011, he designed the album cover and artwork for Frankmusik's album Do It in the AM.
• He also did the album cover, photography, and visual art for N*E*R*D's album Nothing in 2011.

This Is Not Clothing

Jam Sutton is also the person who started and designs for a clothing line called "This Is Not Clothing." This brand creates unique clothes that mix different art styles, from surreal art to pop art. A magazine called WUW mentioned that his clothing line was already getting a lot of attention.

Awards and Recognition

Jam Sutton has received several awards for his amazing work.

• In 2007, he won two special mentions at the D&AD (Design & Art Direction) Student awards in London. These awards celebrate excellent design and art.
• Also in 2007, he was a finalist in the "Live Motion" category at the Adobe Design Achievement Awards in San Francisco. This competition recognizes talented student designers.
• He was given an honorary membership to the International Society of Typographic Designers. This happened after he was recognized at the ISTD Awards in 2007 for his skills in typography (the art of arranging type).

Art Exhibitions

Jam Sutton has shown his art in several exhibitions. An exhibition is a public display of artworks.

Solo Exhibitions

• Photo Show - Venice Fashion Photography in Coventry (May 2007).
• Apo + Theo + Osis - Photo Show at Taller de Marcs in Barcelona, Spain (September 2012).
• Looking back, seeing forward. - Artwork Show at Glassworks in Amsterdam, Netherlands (July 2015).

Music Videos Directed by Jam Sutton

Jam Sutton has directed many music videos for different artists. A music video is a short film that goes along with a song.

• 2007: The Fratellis - "Flathead"
• 2007: Space Cowboy - My Egyptian Lover (featuring Nadia Oh)
• 2007: Space Cowboy - "Running Away"
• 2007: Nadia Oh - "Something 4 the Weekend"
• 2008: Nadia Oh - "N.A.D.I.A O.H"
• 2008: Nadia Oh - "Got Your Number"
• 2008: Natalia Cappuccini - "Real Woman"
• 2009: Steve Aoki featuring Zuper Blahq - "I'm In The House"
• 2009: Master Shortie - "Bringing It Back"
• 2010: Natalia Kills - "Love, Kills xx" Episodes 1, 2 + 3 (Season 2)
• 2011: Zuper Blahq (also known as will.i.am) - "Dance"
• 2012: Steve Aoki featuring Kid Cudi & Travis Barker - "Cudi The Kid"
• 2013: Azealia Banks - "Yung Rapunxel"