Borbay biography

Borbay is an American painter recognized for his location painting and portraiture.
Borbay liberated himself from the 'real world' on July 2, 2009 — becoming a full-time, self-represented artist.
Borbay is a world-renowned fine artist, creating from Borbay Studios & Gallery in Downtown Victor, Idaho.

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Jason Borbay on Building an Incredible Art Market Outside the Traditional Path

Jason Borbay’s Unique Journey as a Self-Represented Artist

In the world of fine arts, where galleries and agents traditionally play pivotal roles, independent artist Jason Borbay has forged his own path, challenging the conventional norms. Based in Victor, Idaho, Jason has developed a unique business model outside the traditional art infrastructure, building his career as a self-represented artist and revolutionizing how artists connect with collectors.

From Long Island to Victor, Idaho

Born in Long Island, New York, Jason Borbay’s journey into the arts was anything but linear. After accepting a track scholarship to Boston University, where he captained the cross country and track teams, Jason earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts. However, his early career path saw him exploring various industries—from reality TV and stand-up comedy to working in corporate jobs like recruitment and business development.

It was during a trip to Maui in 2009, while painting on the beach wit

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When Erin and I decided to get married and have kids, I was all in — with one caveat: “You’re going to have to drag my cold, dead corpse out of Manhattan.”

Summer 2022

Written By: Jason Borbet | Images: Courtesy Jason Borbet

So, imagine Erin’s surprise when, following a three-month stint in Teton Village, I proposed we move to Victor, Idaho (population 2,088 at the time). After packing our belongings in a 26-foot U-Haul, I moved ahead of Erin and the girls, Coraline and Vega, with our SUV in tow. I’ll never forget strolling into Victor Valley Market for the first time. I snagged the ingredients for pasta and meat sauce (a staple), along with the Teton Valley News. I flipped to the police blotter and item No. 1 read, “The traffic light is out.” I photographed this little tidbit and sent it to my friends back in New York. They didn’t understand what it meant. I do. Victor — Teton Valley — is our home. It’s more than a community, it’s a family. Immediately upon arrival, the Borbet family (my given last name) expanded by one with the arrival of our son, Esser. Over the years, w

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Borbay is a prolific painter whose creative roots took seed when he was a young person.

When asked why he wanted some of the paintings from his Hip Hop Series to have a home at Hip Hop Museum, he plainly stated, “The reason that Hip Hop culture struck me when it did is because it’s about inclusivity and different people expressing themselves in different ways – art, sound, dance. To be involved in this was part of my foundation. To share my art with an establishment that is dedicated completely to this inclusivity and people’s various artistic expressions was my responsibility and my honor.”

Speaking for THHM, we are grateful and honored. Thank you, Borbay.

What follows is a piece Borbay wrote for us to introduce him and his work to our community. To learn more about Borbay and his art, go to https://borbay.com. — Kate

Five days before my 11th birthday I rode my bike, furiously, to Smith Haven, a mall in Lake Grove, NY on Long Island. The mall was unusually quiet.

Even from outside the front doors, the lure of the record store was irresistible. Once ins