Jindra Čapek, a Czech artist born in 1953, is celebrated for his extraordinary ability to conjure fantastical monsters and vivid scenes of fantasy horror. His illustrations, steeped in intricate...
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Félicien Rops: The Dark Allure of Symbolism and Sensuality
At the heart of Rops’ artistry lies a fascination with the human condition, its pleasures, vices, and inevitable mortality. His works, often steeped in...
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ALT3R4TI0N’s Goth Gore Glam Illustrations
Illustrator ALT3R4TION crafts a unique blend of hauntingly gruesome and glamorous imagery, drawing inspiration from gothic aesthetics and anime influences. Their work showcases the darker side of...
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Min Ding: The Queen of Spooky-Cute Art
Mainland China-based artist Min Ding is turning heads with her whimsical yet unsettling illustrations that perfectly blend the adorable with the eerie. Known for...
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Monster Mashtober by Samantha Mash
Meet Samantha Mash, a talented illustrator hailing from Northern California and currently residing in the enigmatic landscapes of Northern Oregon. With a rich cultural heritage rooted in her Jewish descent, Samantha infuses a unique perspective into her artwork, bringing depth and authenticity to her creations. As October rolls around, Samantha unveils a collection of illustrations that transcend the ordinary. Her works delve into the mysterious and haunting creatures, capturing the essence of the season with a distinctive flair. Each piece is a journey into the unknown, where shadows dance with purpose and intrigue. Take a glimpse below to witness Samantha Mash’s mastery at play. The intricate details in her illustrations…
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Art by Miseon Yoon
Seoul-based artist Miseon Yoon, a graduate of Hongik University’s textile art program, made her initial foray into the art world with her patchwork creations in 2009. However, driven by personal struggles and societal pressures, Yoon embarked on a transformative journey, venturing beyond patchwork to explore diverse forms of artistic expression. Seeking liberation from external expectations, her current body of work embraces elements of Cubism, employing a gradual process of layering shapes and intricate details. This artistic approach mirrors the profound process of rediscovery and reassembly following periods of profound hardship and trauma. Notably, Yoon incorporates spherical shapes in her work, symbolizing both the roundedness of a ball and the inherent…
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“Flip Flop” Series by Artist Allister Lee
A simply delightful series of illustrations by the talented artist Allister Lee, aptly titled “Flip Flop,” captures a charming selection of throwback vintage dollar store sandals discovered in a myriad of locations throughout California, including the vibrant Chinatown, San Francisco and beyond. Each playful illustration is a masterful representation of these everyday objects, expertly capturing their unique character and charm while pulling on our nostalgic heart strings. “I like finding graphic inspiration in unlikely places and I found these ubiquitous Chinatown staples to be a great mix of quirk and wonk as subject matter.” – Allister See the series Flip Flop below:
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Art by Dan Gluibizzi
“Through the practice of drawing, the source material is imbued with personal history, memories conjured, dreams dreamt, and other imagined stories. I aim to make my drawings and paintings with a light touch, like the shifting contextual meanings of an emoji, allowing the works to remain open to many potential readings” – Dan Gluibizzi
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Art by Naomi Hawksley
We’ve all had that urge when we were younger to chop of the braids of the girl sitting in front of us right? San Francisco based artist Naomi Hawksley creates a series using graphite to tie in the themes of faceless portraits, a wandering dog and braids. Artist Naomi Hawksley goes on: “I do not braid my own hair often, but in drawing, control over the appearance of one’s body takes this form. An acknowledgement of another’s eye — one that is beautiful, constricting, and comes undone. Though, as braid leave creases in the hair, an observer my leave a trace after their eyes disappear. Their presence follows you through…
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“Strange Pain” Series by Artist Felicia Chiao
“Strange Pain is about the small, undefinable pains you sometimes feel when nothing is specifically wrong. It can come as that ache you feel from a sad song or that fleeting wave of despair that comes over you while waiting for water to boil. It can be the tightness in your chest before a social event or that vague sense of guilt you sometimes get, even though you’ve done nothing wrong. Strange pains are hard to put into words but this body of work does its best to explore them.” – Felecia Chiao See more images from “Strange Pain” below or on display at Harman Projects December 17 – January 7.
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Art by Travis Lampe
Here are more Chicago based artists Travis Lampe‘s more recent character pieces. From Mouse hunting to a turtle hitching a worried ride all in his classic vintage-inspired style. See the selected works below:
