Series – Frank Hyder

The 70 Series

The 70 series explores Frank Hyder’s roots. Singled out early as a painter of gifts, he was invited to study with artists at the center of the New York art world, such as Alex Katz, Fairfield Porter, Elaine de Kooning,...

The Janis Project

Frank Hyder’s The Janis Project began in Istanbul Turkey, with the support of Frank Del Rio, CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, and concluded a three-month journey off the coast of Europe, with the last placement in Tallinn, Estonia. A spontaneous daily placement...

The Pleurant Series

Frank Hyder’s The Pleurant Series is a powerful exploration of human expression and emotion through the motif of masks, drawing inspiration from the traditional figures of mourning known as “pleurants.” These evocative sculptures, historically used in funerary art, are reimagined...

The Tahiti Series

Frank Hyder’s Tahiti Series is a vibrant collection of artworks that capture the rich colors, dynamic energy, and intricate natural beauty of life beneath the waters of Tahiti. Inspired by his experiences and observations in this tropical paradise, Hyder brings...

The Frontier Series

Frank Hyder’s The Frontier Series is a captivating collection of artworks that explore themes of migration, boundaries, and cultural exchange through large-scale sculptures and immersive installations. The series often features his signature inflatable sculptures known as “The Janis Project,” which...

The Perdido/Shaman Series

The Perdido/Shaman Series by Frank Hyder is a captivating body of work that delves into themes of transformation, spirituality, and cultural synthesis. The series draws on the archetype of the shaman, a figure revered across various cultures for their role...

The Gold Series

Frank Hyder’s “The Gold Series” is a vivid exploration of nature, transformation, and opulence, featuring koi fish in vibrant colors against golden textured backgrounds. The koi, symbols of perseverance and renewal, swim across shimmering gold leaf canvases, creating a striking...

The Silver Series

Frank Hyder’s “Silver Series” captures a dynamic interplay between nature and the reflective power of metallic surfaces, featuring koi fish swimming amidst shimmering, silver-textured backdrops. The radiant koi, painted in bright hues of red, orange, blue, and green, swim gracefully...

The Variegated Series

Frank Hyder’s “Variegated Series” is a vivid exploration of texture, color, and organic movement, featuring a collection of koi fish rendered in striking shades of red against intricately patterned golden backgrounds. The use of gold leaf creates a radiant, almost...