Are you superstitious? As a kid, I was, but as an adult—not so much. Russian illustrator Natalia Yamshchikova created a series of beautiful plywood paintings that pay homage to these unjustified beliefs. They sound silly now, but just think back to…
Are you superstitious? As a kid, I was, but as an adult—not so much. Russian illustrator Natalia Yamshchikova created a series of beautiful plywood paintings that pay homage to these unjustified beliefs. They sound silly now, but just think back to…
The world of illustration is always evolving, and with it, new and exciting ways to communicate using beautiful images. One way—and a favorite of mine—is through apps. There are so many different approaches to composing and interacting with them, and when they’re…
This week, I’m departing from my typical Illustrated Product Obsessions format. Above you’ll find my obsessions, but they’re geared towards the cooler months. Sweaters, mittens, cozy socks… I can’t wait! 1 // Sundara High Waist Leggings by Simka Sol 2 // Garden…
Japanese illustrator Ryo Takemasa is a pro at creating tranquil landscapes that depict the beauty of grandiose settings. Mountains, lakes, and fields are often featured, but he’ll occasionally paint urban settings, too. No matter the scene, they’re done with flattened…
Kate O’Hara writes that, “She enjoys creating illustrations that draw people in through their nostalgic mood and intricate detail. ” I started with the above quote because I couldn’t have said it better myself—Kate’s meticulous, realistic style composes these strange and alluring scenes, which…
What a colorful cast of characters! Illustrator Marion Arbona created these fun figures that come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. I’m fascinated by how unique each of them appears, with varied styles of clothing, facial features, and bodies that are…
French illustrator Julia Spiers has created Saisons, a 3D installation that depicts a sprawling, dream-like scene. To create it, she first painted the watercolor figures on paper, cut each piece out, and then arranged them in the formation you see here. Looking at the style of…
1 // Love Cat Shirt by Miss Patina 2 // Allegra Pompavana underwear by Estudio Guardabosques (for Pompavana) 3 // Bird Enamel Pin by Elizabeth Graeber 4 // The Cat’s Meow Collar Pins by Minifanfan 5 // Foldover Canvas Cactus Clutch by Togetherness Design 6 // Embroidered “OLEXI” bracelet…
Ever thought about adding florals to your daily stretches? Illustrator and textile designer Caitlin Shearer has, as evidenced in her series Reproduction. The soft, airy images feature a woman as she poses with uncolored blooms. Simultaneously surreal, beautiful, and strange, the series…
Normally, I gravitate towards illustrations that are full of color. But today, I find myself attracted to the line drawings of Ryn Frank. They’re beautiful in their simplicity, consisting of mostly thin outlines with a few filled areas. This style lends itself well…