-
Mis Ángeles
Designing and Building the Home/Studio of Roi James In 2015, I acquired a half-acre of land in the hills of West Austin with the intention of building a studio. The first time I walked the property, overlooking the Colorado River – known locally as Lake Austin – I had an immediate sense that I could…
-
Roi James Interviewed for Sun News Austin
Embracing Complexity: Roi James’ Critical Journey Through Pain, Art, and Self-Acceptance An intimate portrait of the artist and his journey by writer, Elise Krentzel for Sun News Austin. Author: Elise Krentzel Elise Krentzel is a bestselling memoirist, narrative nonfiction author, and narrative IP architect whose work bridges personal story, cultural history, and global perspective. She…
-
Roi James Interviewed on Inside the Design Studio
Artist Roi James was interviewed on Inside the Design Studio, a monthly series from Lytle Pressley Contemporary filmed with a live audience. Each episode examines the genesis of design, the impulse behind design, and the inspiration of today’s luminaries of architecture, landscape design, furniture design, fine art, interior design, and graphic design.
-
Roi James Interviewed by Austin Art Talk Podcast
Roi James – Leaps of Faith On March 8, 2018, Roi James was interviewed by Scott David Gordon, for the Austin Art Talk Podcast. After twenty years of being a full time artist you learn a few things. Like how to make simple but transcendent art, and how powerful and capable you really are. At…
-
Roi James Donates to Women and Their Work’s Red Dot Art Spree Fundraiser
Austin-based artist Roi James has donated a small Construct piece, Construct 07.29.26 – 12”H x 14”W, to Women and Their Work’s annual fundraiser, The Red Dot Art Spree. This is the night art lovers wait for all year: the Red Dot Art Spree at Women & Their Work! Celebrate Austin’s vibrant arts community and help…
-
Roi James Donates to WimberleyArts & Soul Soirée
Roi James has donated the Construct Series piece, Construct 01.16.26 -, 24 x 36, to the WimberleyArts & Soul Soiree fundraiser. Wimberley Valley Arts & Cultural Alliance invites you to our second annual gala, WimberleyArts & Soul Soirée. The gala will include a cocktail reception, fine art sale, auction, seated gourmet dinner, dancing, and artistic…
-
15’ x 15’ Commission
I was commissioned to create a 15′ × 15′ oil triptych for the lobby of a luxury condominium in Dallas. The project encompassed not only the painting, but the design and fabrication of its supporting structure and frame, as well as delivery and installation. The work began with a digital study that established the composition…
-
Roi James Creates Original Paintings for Kendra Scott Home Office
Austin-based artist Roi James has completed a new commission for jewelry designer Kendra Scott, a longtime collector whose Austin residence features an extensive collection of his work. For this project, James drew inspiration for the paintings from the Kendra Scott product line itself, which featured mother of pearl in one of her earring designs. This…
-
Japhet Bates Collective Solo Exhibition
Japhet Bates Collective is pleased to announce Constructed Abstractions // American Modern, Reassembled, a solo exhibition by American artist Roi James. An opening reception will be held on February 5th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM at our gallery. The exhibition will be on view through March 11, 2026. Learn More: https://japhetbatescollective.com/exhibitions/11-constructed-abstractions-american-modern-reassembled-roi-james-solo-exhibition/overview/