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FX speaks to James Burke from the multidisciplinary Acrylicize creative studio and finds out who and what has inspired him on his creative journey…
James Burke
Founder and global creative director, Acrylicize
Can you pinpoint the thought, whether yours or someone else’s, that led you to a career in design?
For me it was learning to play the drums at six years old and feeling that first sense of creative expression. I got a taste of flow and was hooked. Tat opened up my mind to the possibility of pursuing creativity that ultimately led to my path of art and design… and music!
In terms of the design and architecture industry, what do you consider the most radical era or pivotal moment? Te iPhone comes along and changes everything. Much like the printing press, all of a sudden we can distribute our view of the world and connect instantly with vast audiences. We are all now hyper-connected broadcasters with 100,000 times more computing power in our hands than the space mission that put man on the moon. Tis technology has changed almost every sector beyond recognition. Te impact is immense.
James Burke is a visual artist, creative director, musician and entrepreneur: He is the founder of Acrylicize; the multidisciplinary creative studio born out of his art degree, based in both London and New York Acrylicize celebrates culture and identity within the built environment whilst supporting the arts at both a global and local scale
Which radical thinkers have been inspirations to you in your career? I think Leonardo da Vinci is unrivalled in terms of radical thinking… from his anatomical studies to pioneering works in cartology, engineering, mathematics – and that’s before painting the most famous painting of all time. Tis has really inspired me to work across different disciplines and not be pigeon-holed into a single category or genre. I think if you want to push things forward, it’s always better to be the game rather than simply to play it. Tat way you get to make up the rules!
Who are the radical thinkers who inspire you now?
I think look at indigenous tribes and wisdom traditions such as the Yawanawa people of Brazil or the Huni Kuin of Peru or many of the Native American cultures – those who live in harmony with their environment, use only the resources they need, have a strong connection and reverence to the land, and who weave art, craft and creative expression into everyday life through music, clothing, jewellery, tools and ritual.
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