Benjamin Howard is a painter whose work bridges the culture of everyday life with elements of the fantastical. Drawing inspiration from Pop Art, Surrealism, and Expressionism, Ben’s imagery emerges through a process of automatism, blending bold graphic lines with organic, spontaneous applications of paint. His compositions often incorporate social commentary and references to current events, presented with a playful nod to the simplicity of a children’s coloring book. Grounded by tangible characters—such as people, architecture, symbols of American life, and otherworldly anthropomorphisms—his work invites viewers into a realm that is both familiar and surreal.

Recently, Ben has been exploring the theme of painting planets, creating celestial landscapes that merge cosmic wonder with aerial views of cartography and interpretative geography. Using his signature style he offers a new perspective on the intersection of humanity and the universe.