London, UK
“If I'm not at my desk drawing, you’ll probably find me outside somewhere, hopefully surfing or skateboarding or wandering around the woods, but my sketchbook will always be with me in case the urge to doodle becomes too strong.”
About
Andrew Groves a.k.a. IMAKETHINGS, an illustrator from the UK currently living in Brighton creating work for a wide range of clients and projects. With a particular interest in the natural world, he aimed to invent characters that explore the grotesque beauty of it’s many beasts and creatures and the folklore that surrounds them.
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http://www.society6.com/studio/imakethingsToronto, Canada
Nature and animals, in angular shapes and a small palette of spot colors make each piece an elusive visual narrative.
Ancona, Italy
“Surely humour and optimism are characteristics of many Italian citizens, especially people in southern regions of Italy, the land of my origins and my family. It’s important for me to play with humour and think positive … All with calm and patience.”
Los Angeles, USA
Simone Lueck's first solo exhibition "The Once and Future Queens" is at the all new Kopeikin Gallery. / Opening: 18 SEP 2010 / Time: 7:34-10:00 PM / Venue: Kopeikin Gallery, 2766 La Cienega Blv, LA / Exhibition until: 23 OCT 2010
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Illinois, USA
“I first started designing on a computer when I took a commercial design class at my high school in 2002. I instantly fell in love with Photoshop and Illustrator and have been working with both nonstop since.”
Copenhagen, Denmark
“I like the research part of the creative process, both because projects tend to come out more solid when based on good research but also for personal growth – you learn a lot when researching."
10 DESIGNERS / 10 CURATORS
We have asked 10 top-of-the-class creatives to answer a couple of questions — how do they view today's design scene, and what advice would they offer newcomers to it? Not only that, but our Top 10 have been generous enough to pick out 10 peers whose work they believe deserves greater prominence for your enjoyment. A feast of inspiration, then, for everybody in the art and design business.
Sydney, Australia
Daniel O'Toole aka Ears is exhibiting "War Paint" as part of the Lo-Fi Collective series of exhibitions. / Date: 11 SEP 2010 / Time: 6PM / Venue: 383 Bourke St, Darlinghurst, Sydney
North Carolina, USA
Black linework, vicious looking monsters and creatures, and a vibrant colour palette characterize Van Beater’s chaotic creations.
London, UK
“We wanted to create something that gave the receiver a bit more joy and entertainment by getting people to interact and appreciate the humble greeting card in a new light.”
Oregon, USA
“My work has always been about juxtaposing 2 worlds, several unlikely mediums, or techniques. This is directly an influence of my upbringing and current interests and inspiration. I couldn't imagine doing my work any different.”
Nottingham, UK
Check out "Violations" #10 and #15 by Ben Woodeson exhibiting machines that flout health and safety rules! / Opening: 4 SEP 2010 / Time: 6-8PM / Venue: Trade Gallery, 1 Thoresby Street, Nottingham, UK / Exhibition until: 19 SEP 2010
Los Angeles, USA
Lets just say you wouldn't want to run into any of Callos’s personalities in a dark alley!
Berlin, Germany
Tina Berning collaborates with fashion photographer Michelangelo di Battista in "FACE/project" / Opening: 4th SEPT 2010 / Venue: CAMERA WORK, Kantstrasse 149, 10623 Berlin / Exhibition until: 30th OCT 2010
