Every artist has a different way of working and a different way of organizing their workspace. Carl Wiens is no exception. From a light-filled illustration home-studio space to a hyper-functional sketch-paint-sculpt-woodworking-everything garage space, Carl makes use of every square inch. Come take a look!
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Carl Wiens illustrates for Summit Magazine, Mount Royal University's alumni publication
At the intersection of science, technology and art lies Carl Wiens’ illustration. So it was natural that he was commissioned by Summit Magazine’s creative director Michal Waissmann to illustrate “Discoveries and Dilemmas”, a feature article on the untold secrets of direct-to-consumer DNA testing. Have you ever completed an at home DNA test? Or, maybe you’ve wanted to but not sure if you should? Well, there’s lots to know before you do and Carl’s conceptual illustration tackles some of these topics; family secrets, hackers and criminal investigations.
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Carl Wiens illustrates The Science of Song
Carl Wiens amps things up in his latest collaboration with designer Michael Reis for The Science of Song, a unique book offering a behind the scenes look at music in the making. Published by Kids Can Press and written by creative team Alan Cross, Emme Cross and Nicole Mortillaro, this book explores the fascinating qualities that make music so special. With an emphasis on the history and technology of music, Carl’s technical illustration and retro feel work together harmoniously.
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i2i Art illustrators collaborate with Harlequin Enterprises
Everyone loves a good murder mystery and no one has a better mystery book collection than Harlequin Enterprises. The same can be said about the cover art for Harlequin’s Worldwide Mystery Series. A dynamic collaboration between i2i Art illustrators and Harlequin’s design team, these covers are a labour of love. The artists enjoy getting their creativity flowing and teaming up with Art Director extraordinaire Tara Scarcello.
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Carl Wiens illustrates for Macalester Today
Illustrator Carl Wiens helps crack the code on algorithms with these stunning pieces created for Macalester Today. Carl uses his love of mechanics to inspire each illustration and communicate visually with the reader.
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Carl Wiens illustrates 'Wild Buildings and Bridges'
We think you will agree, Carl Wiens’ illustration amazes in his recent book collaboration, Wild Buildings and Bridges authored by Etta Kaner and published by Kids Can Press. As the name suggests, this reference book dives deep into how architecture is inspired by the wild wonders in nature and with over 40 stunningly detailed illustrations by Carl, the connections are clear. Some of the most recognizable architectural wonders in the world are made even more interesting by they’re inspiration, from lotus flowers to bird’s nest, to honeycombs and waterfalls.
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The many faces of illustrator Carl Wiens
Illustrator Carl Wiens loves to draw robots. Finding inspiration in the mechanics of the world around him and understanding how things are put together is a big part of his art. When not busy with commercial work or teaching college courses Carl takes the time to fill sketch books (digital and otherwise) with robot creations and mechanical faces.
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