Friday Funday: New Finds

Today I had a bit of a 'Friday Funday' adventure. I stopped by the ol' MCAD and discovered that their senior shows are up. Unfortunately, I couldn't stay long, so I only saw a few of the exhibits that are displayed on the main floor.

I did find 3 illustrator's works that I really enjoyed and wanted to share.

Kelsey King
had a wonderful 12 month calendar of Women and Wolves. I love the juxtaposition between the  whimscal nature of women and motion and the fierce looks in their eyes. Very beautifully done.

 

Here are a few more lovely illustrations from Miss King.  (all images from the artist's website)

Kim Bogeman
had a lovely display on of feminane portraits painted both traditionally and digitally. Sadly, I didn't document her display, and I see that the final product not quite up yet on her blog - but just trust me. It is lovely.
Here are some of the pieces from her senior show (from the artist's website)

More illustrations from Miss Bogeman:

Maximilian Queripel: 
Had a book with some gruesome, yet colorful and playful illustrations. I love the organic shape his illustrations posses. There's a lot going on without being overly complicated or filling every inch of the page. Sometimes less is more, and I think Mr. Queripel has nailed it. 

More from Max: (all images from the artist's website)

Update / Progess

So many things have happened in the past month and 1/2 that I don't even know where to start..! Well, perhaps I should start with my very exciting and life changing news.. I got engaged! Last month Ryan and I took a trip to Maine with our good friends Chris and Jessie. On our 3rd day there, Ryan proposed in front of Moxie Falls - the largest waterfall in Maine. It was wonderful, adorable, memorable and AWESOME. (lots of other adjectives come to mind too like ridiculously romantic, utterly surprising, and soaking wet - from rain and my reaction of immediately bursting into tears...)

Ah yes, Maine was Amainezing. We did so much, I feel like it would take a week of posts just to recount it all. Instead, I will share some photos.

Check out Jessie's POST to see more photos from our trip

In other news, I've been working on a new painting. So far, I'm really happy with where it is going. Here are some process photos.

Well, I think that's enough updating for one evening..! Time for bed, I think.

New Find: Raymond Lemstra

Check out these awesome drawings by Amsterdam-based artists, Raymond Lemstra. I'm in love with the mask-like quality to his characters.


Totem


Death


De Balie Voorkant

New Find: Solntsev Gleb

I recently stumbled across the work of Russian artist, Solntsev Gleb. His work is colorful and playful, and yet there is technical draftsman quality to it. I'm a huge fan! Check it out for yourself. (*All images from artist's website.)

Happy Friday!
-Karen

New Finds

It's been awhile since I've posted anything illustration related. As I have (unfortunately) been too busy with freelance design work to have any new drawings to share, I thought I'd share some amazing work by other artists for a little inspiration.
*all images taken from artist's websites

Alexander Wells








Catherine Campbell








Jeannie Phan