Taking inspiration from Byzantine iconography to the great works of Gustav Klimt, Jay works with traditional methods and techniques exploring the relationship of peoples of Middle-earth, from the motivations of core characters to the defining inspiration of their creation. The results are a stunning collection of painting, manuscripts and sculptures that could have been made in the monasteries in the of Middle Ages or in the libraries of Minas Tirith. He exhibits and lectures on his work and the very original concepts and ideas that have come from his creating his work.