Category Archives: Illustration

Rob Blackard

December 16, 2016 12:03 AM \

Really liking the bold, graphic illustrations of artist Rob Blackard. The New York/California-based designer, illustrator and product developer blends color, shape and typography in many of his pieces which he labels as a ‘playful sophistication’ style. On an interview with Creative Honey he says this about his work as a product designer and leaves an advice for entry level creators:

“Creating something that has a life or function beyond being purely visual is one of my favorite things about product design. I work quite a bit in the art/craft/DIY category. Some examples are paper crafting and fabric. People are inspired by what I’ve created and use that as a jumping off point for their own projects. They take what I’ve done and then create something entirely different and new from it. I love seeing what they come up with and I’m continually inspired and motivated by their talent and vision.”

“Be appreciative of your talents and vision. Appreciate that you are a creator and trust that everything will unfold for you in just the right way. Opportunity is all around you.”

You can follow the artist on his website, Facebook, Behance and Instagram.

Images: Courtesy of Rob Blackard.

Posted in: Graphic Design, Illustration

Makumo

December 14, 2016 12:03 AM \

We love the fabrics and product extensions of this Japanese textile brand, Makumo. The tiny garage brand is the brainstorm of Japanese designer, illustrator and screen printer Miki Fukuyama. Her four member company designs, prints and makes all their products in Fukuoka, Japan. Some of their products are available here in their English online store. Their shoe collection is available here at Onitsuka Tiger.

You can follow this group on their website, Facebook and Instagram.

Images: Courtesy of Makuma.

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Posted in: Handcrafted, Illustration, Japan, Small Business, Surface Design

Julene Harrison

December 7, 2016 12:02 AM \

These incredible paper cut art is the work of British designer and illustrator Julene Harrison. The Chicago-based artist was originally a fashion and textile designer but had just recently gravitated towards the intricate art of paper cutting. On an interview with the Gentleman Crafter she says this about her path to the creative industry:

“After studying and working as a textile designer for the clothing industry, I moved onto paper-cutting after being made redundant in 2008.”

“My first paper-cut was a lightweight gift, to my then boyfriend, now husband, that I could easily send overseas. I didn’t think anything further of it. I couldn’t have imagined that it was the start of my new career.”

“As it was well received I made two more as wedding presents. I started a blog with these pieces and people seemed to like them. That’s when I started getting commissions, initially from friends and then from strangers.”

You can see more of her work on her website, Facebook and Instagram. Some of her pieces are available for purchase in her Etsy shop.

Images: Courtesy of Julene Harrison.

Posted in: Illustration
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