Illustrator Talya Baldwin takes us to St. Kilda, Scotland in her recent book, Not the End of the World. Ethereal landscapes and evocative portraits paint a picture of the history, environment and wildlife in a place often referred to as ‘the end of the world’. Signature to her style, Talya’s stunning watercolour technique combined with her unpretentious writing reveals an important story of the land and the uniqueness of a community that once was.
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Hayden Maynard illustrates 'Urban Forest' Series
Illustrator Hayden Maynard shares his passion for wildlife (birds in particular) with the creation of a unique series, ‘Urban Forest’. Playing with scale, Hayden takes a larger than life approach highlighting the majestic quality of nature, bringing each animal to the centre of his illustration. Detailed line work creates depth and dimension, inviting the viewer to walk through and explore the urban landscapes.
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Welcome illustrator Hayden Maynard
Please join us in welcoming i2i Art’s newest illustrator, conceptual artist Hayden Maynard! Passionate about his work, Hayden often uses his love of the outdoors combined with a wild imagination to bring his illustrations to life.
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Clare Owen Illustrates for Petite Lou & Co.
You would be hard-pressed to find a better fit than illustrator Clare Owen's charming style and Quebec-based Petite Lou & Co's childhood innocence-inspired aesthetic.
Read MoreRémy Simard for Animal Sheltering Magazine
Art director Jamie Mitchell wanted to take the need for a diagrammatic illustration for the article "Do a good scan, Stan!" and have a little fun with it.
He chose Rémy Simard for his ability to do just this! Jamie envisioned "...a very cute, funny dog in multiple positions/facial expressions, being scanned by a microchipwand." Our favorite part of this illustration is in fact the dogs facial expressions.
Here is a peek into Rémy Simard's process. Upon receiving Jamie's brief, Rémy began sketches for presentation.
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...and after a bit of back and forth as Jamie and Rémy tweaked the sketches, here is the finished art
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Tim Zeltner for the Riverdale Farm
When the Riverdale Farm's Stewardship Group first approached i2i art to commission a whimsical yet functional map of the Riverdale Farm, Tim Zeltner was chosen for his rich hand painted folk art style (actually painted on wood), and the journey to discover and depict the Farm in all it's wonder began! Below you will see Tim really captures this gem in the heart of downtown Toronto. The map illustration will be used on marketing materials and a give-away map for visitors. To see more of Tim Zeltner's magical paintings visit his updated portfolio here.
Recently I attended the wonderfully successful Riverdale Farm Aid 2014 benefit, which thanks to all the enthusiastic support and dedication of it's volunteers and the community, raised the grand sum of $24,000! At the event, the map (commissioned by the RFSG) and created by Tim Zeltner was unveiled. and large archival prints were auctioned off to benefit the farm.
Tim Zeltner donated the original painting below to The Farm where it will be housed in the main 'Residence'
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Below is one of the large archival quality prints Tim donated being auctioned off at the event!
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There was a terrific crowd and the fundraising was a big success!
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An awfully cute wooly resident of the farm, not too bothered by the crowd that night nibbles on some fresh local produce.
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The fabulous Lemon Bucket Orkestra: A big hit!
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Tour the Farm, visit the animals and chat with the farmer during daily chores. It's a delightful way to spend a day in the 'country' without leaving the city!
More information here: Riverdale Farm's Facebook page | Riverdale Farm (City of Toronto Web site)
Congratulations to the Riverdale Farm Stewardship Group and thank you for caring so much and working so hard to preserve this very important part of the city of Toronto!
Print and Pattern features Katy Dockrill!
SURTEX is only a few days away, and we are super excited to share the post Print and Pattern featured on Katy Dockrill. If you would like to see more of her bright and beautiful work in person, please visit us at booth #340 at the Javits Center in NYC from May 19-21.
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i2i art welcomes illustrator and surface designer Katy Dockrill
i2i art is proud to welcome Katy Dockrill into our family of artists. Her work is fresh and fun and full of irresistible personality!
Below is a small sample of her illustration and surface designs. To see more please visit Katy's new i2i art portfolio here.
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This image (above) called Friends, caught my eye when I first saw it screen printed on a tote bag!
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Love the retro car in this illustration!
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This is one of her lovely surface design patterns. Can you just imagine it on children's bedding or curtains?
Happy Howlidays from Monika Melnychuk!
After illustrating the Dogbook app, Monika Melnychuk was asked by Geoffrey Roche, of Poolhouse Enterprises, to dress up the dogs for the 'howlidays'! Monika had tons of fun doing the illustrations (cards designed by Poolhouse). To check out the poodle sporting a string of holiday bling to the mischievous gift ripping duo, and the adorable Chiuaua aka"Rudolph's brother from another mother", click here to get to visit the Dogbook Facebook page (and while you're there go ahead and send a free e-card to your favorite 'pet'!).
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Monika Melnychuk for Dogbook iPhone App.
Monika says, "I have been a dog geek forever. When I was a teenager I drew x-mas and birthday cards with dogs. Then I worked dogs into any assignment I could. For example in first year illustration we had to design a shopping bag and mine of course, was all dogs. Before I became an illustrator I tried being a dog portrait artist. Wow, I am a nerd, but I just love dogs!" Fast forward... Geoffrey Roche, partner at Poolhouse, saw some of Monika's dog drawings and he had to have her illustrate the landing page for the new Dogbook iPhone App. Can you spot *your* dog? If you're looking to connect with like minded doggie lovers get the free app here. Also below, see a recent piece on the theme, created for surface design applications.
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We think it would make a cool wallpaper or fabric for your favorite dog house.
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Monika and her dog Boogaloo share a breathtaking moment in their beautiful world.
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Margaret Lee Illustrates a One Woman Zoo
Margaret Lee produced these dreamy, evocative images to accompany an article on Diane Ackerman's book, One Hundred Names For Love- A Stroke, A Marriage and the Language of Healing. The article, published in the Penn Stater, the alumni magazine for Pennsylvania State University, where Paul West (Diane Ackerman's husband) taught. The book chronicles their journey through Paul's stoke and how they adapted to recover his use of language. The two illustrations were based on a chapter in which Paul mourns the loss of the pet names he used to have for Diane. She notes "It was true. Once upon a time, in the Land of Before, Paul had so many pet names for me I was a one-woman zoo...In our mythology there were golden baby owls, ring-tailed lemurs, axolotls, shoulder rabbits, honeybunnies, bunnyskins...and many more." She encourages Paul to re-invent pet names and endearments for her. Some he creates are : Celandine Hunter, My Little Spice Owl, and Spy Elf of the Morning Hallelujahs.
Ian Lends Whimsy to Serious Subject
Recently Ian Phillips was commissioned to bring his humor and whimsy to a very serious story about bone health for the summer issue of Positive Side magazine. The story investigates HIV-related issues with regard to bone density. Bones can be healthy, brittle or too soft… Ian says, "First Goldilocks and The Three Bears came to mind. Then the Three Little Pigs and their houses of straw, sticks and bricks flashed through my mind as a better analogy. The smart-thinking pig built his house with bricks, demonstrating a proactive role in one’s health as the better choice."
Monika illustrates guide for careers in health services
Monika Melnychuk created these fun characters for a guide by RIFSSO - an organization that helps the Ontario Francophone community access health and social services provided in French. The guide is for parents to help their teens investigate careers in health and social services, and the necessary education for each option.
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Xibalba Games
Harvey Chan created these richly patterned illustrations for READ's Viva Mexico issue. The story, Xibalba Games, follows a Mayan Creation Myth about two twin brothers, rulers of earth and sky.
New i2i Illustrator
i2i has signed new artist Nausica. She studied Industrial Design and Interior Architecture in Barcelona. Both influences can be seen in her decorative, graphic style. Check out the range of imagery in Nausica's Portfolio 1.Portfolio 2 features some of her animations.
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Still LOST-Ian Phillips Lost Pet Posters will be part of the "Do You Love Me?" show at the Tom Thomson Gallery
Visit the Tom Thomson Art Gallery in Owen Sound Ontario this summer to see some of the Lost and Found Pet Posters Ian Phillips amassed through a mail art exchange he ran throughout the 1990s. Also on display is some of the merchandising developed with the launch of the Japanese edition of his book LOST. A dog house video installation also chronicles some of the media frenzy that abounded at the time of the book's release. For $50 you can own your very own limited edition print of any one of the posters from the exhibit. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Owen Sound Animal Shelter, a no-kill facility. Prints are available for purchase through Ian's website. The show runs June 25th through to September 12th.