March 30, 2011

Incredibly Detailed Animal Illustrations

Iain Macarthur is an artist from Swindon, United Kingdom who, at the young age of eight, became an art fanatic through cartoon shows and comic books. The Batman series started his obsession with drawing fantasy characters and when he grew older, his style matured to include more detailed illustrations of realistic figures and faces. Cartoons still inspire him, as well as lighting, people's facial expressions, eyes and different forms of patterns and shapes.

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March 26, 2011

More Magnificent Map Collages (6 pieces + interview)

Bunk, 2005, Inlaid maps on panel We were so blown away by Matthew Cusick's meticulously detailed map art that we had to get in touch the artist for an interview. What do maps mean to him? How long does one of these pieces take? How does he decide on what to create next? Read the eye-opening answers to these questions and more in our exclusive interview with the very talented Matthew Cusick.

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March 19, 2011

Cute Comics That are Kinda Crazy (20 total)

If you're looking for a few good laughs, check out Brainless Tales, a once-a-day comic by a man named Marcus. He calls it “weird daily art masquerading as a daily comic.” Search through his archives and you'll find some hidden gems, especially when he sneaks in some internet/pop culture references.

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March 16, 2011

Japanese Pop Art (10 pieces)

Seattle-based Japanese artist Yumiko Kayukawa is currently showing new works at The Shooting Gallery in San Francisco. By mixing pop culture references with more traditional Japanese imagery, the artist takes us on a strange and mysterious journey. Watch as her brave heroine becomes surrounded by an entourage of wild animals including bears, wolves, bunnies and deer.

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