Hairdressers are creative beings and channeling hair isn’t the only way to express your inner artistry! We love seeing how salon owner and renowned hairdresser Jason Miller uses his imagination to breathe life into canvasses that become magnificent, eye-catching pieces. He’s gained a great following from clients and critics alike as an established artist based in Edinburgh, Scotland. For several years now we’ve followed Jason’s journey through his dedicated Instagram account @artjasonmiller and enjoy how he uses his eye, imagination and skill to share in work away from the salon. Here we have news of his latest project.
Jason Miller x AHA Homes
In recent months, Jason has collaborated with esteemed Edinburgh developers, AMA Homes who display his artwork in the show home of the newly launched Village View development, in Edinburgh’s exclusive Dean Village.Speaking about this exciting new partnership, Jason says it was an engaging way of offering prospective buyers a whole new experience.
“So much buying is done online now, that there is an opportunity to be a lot more creative when buyers are visiting an actual place. People make an appointment to view the property then come across my artwork as they’re looking round. It’s pop-up art in a new property. It’s unexpected – and different – and a great talking point.”
There’s a romantic aspect to the project, too. “This collaboration between two established Edinburgh businesses that are both family-run creates a great narrative – and that’s what people are increasingly looking for – an interesting, authentic story,” says Jason.
Although he’s spent much of his life working with and developing the Charlie Miller brand, (his father was the founder, Charlie Miller), Jason turned his creative skills to canvas more than 20 years ago – when he and his family moved to a new home in Edinburgh’s Trinity area. “We couldn’t really afford the sort of artwork I liked for the new house, so I thought, why not have a go at painting your own. It then became a passion of mine,” he tells us.
Since then, Jason, a self-taught artist, has built a loyal following, with one of his first paintings fortunate enough to be featured in Edinburgh’s prestigious Open Eye Gallery. In the following years, his growth evolved organically, supported by Ian Smith Interior Design, Arusha Gallery, and Gallery Ten in the West End.
The bold colour and textures of his abstract work also caught the eye of AMA Homes, who thought his art would add a whole new dimension to its Village View show home. Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Dean Village, the first phase of the development features a collection of 13 luxury apartments and a 3,443 square foot penthouse designed to blend seamlessly with the area’s rich history. Expansive windows provide stunning views of the Water of Leith and surrounding greenery, while high-end finishes and thoughtful layouts cater to contemporary living.
Jason says: “Village View is an absolutely beautiful development, and the show home is a lovely canvas to show off my work, with its high ceilings and windows, interesting details and lovely finish. The art gives it a new dimension, and a lovely, homely feel.”
Often taking his inspiration from interiors or images seen in magazines or on Instagram, Jason enjoys creating juxtapositions with his artwork. “I love creating unexpected unions, a modern painting in an old house can look really good.”
Describing his approach to art, he says simply: “I create moods for spaces.”
Jason Miller (left) with Behnam Afshar, Group Marketing & Sales Director at AMA
Behnam Afshar, Group Marketing & Sales Director at AMA homes said: “What better setting to hang these eye-catching artworks than our magnificent Village View show home. Jason’s work adds a whole new dimension to viewing a property and enriches the experience of any prospective buyer.”
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Two years ago we invited Jason to join the Hairdressers as Artists gallery at Hair Pieces: The Big One alongside several other well known hairdressers… there are a few we’ve had our eye on… see HERE. We love what he’s doing and continue to be confirmed fans of the creative hairdressing force that is Jason Miller!
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