Peek Behind the Curtain with Illustrator Anthony Martin
Digital paper-cut illustrator Anthony Martin shares how he keeps his work space humming along and the ideas flowing.
Where is your studio?
I've set up my workspace in a separate room in my house, entirely dedicated to my illustration work
Creativity Flows with Illustrator Sabina Fenn
Learn a little about how illustrator Sabina Fenn lets light and creativity into her ever-expanding home studio. From plants and fresh air to vision boards and art supplies, there’s no shortage of inspiration.
What is a must-have for your work space?
Sunlight! I chose the room in the house that had the best sunlight, I think it energizes me and helps me focus. Also, lots of colour, I like to collect little things that inspire me, like wonky frames, or samples from projects I've done in the past, artworks from other artists, little notes and such that I put on a cork board, anything that makes me feel good.
A Workspace Reveal with i2i Art Illustrator Phil
Illustrator Phil graciously lets us peek into his underground world. Take a moment to learn about the method-behind-the-masterpiece and what keeps this multidisciplinary artist moving and motivated.
Where is your studio?
I call it my basement atelier. In our house, everyone always knew where to find the basement dweller.
Getting Creative with Illustrator Katy Dockrill
Welcome to Toronto’s east end! Katy Dockrill takes us on a tour of her beloved studio, filled with natural light, a furry companion and lots of creative energy. It’s easy to see what keeps Katy inspired and illustrating.
Where is your studio?
In Toronto, on the second floor of our home, with a window that is east facing. It used to be a bedroom, but we converted it.
Carl Wiens Maximizes Creativity with a Multi-Functional Studio
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!
Mark Hoffmann illustrates portraits
From acclaimed-authors to WWE wrestlers, Mark Hoffmann illustrates a few of the world’s greatest. Always charming, Mark's folksy style shines a light on each with wit and whimsy. Painterly strokes and subtle textures add depth to these disarmingly unconventional portraits. Thoughtful details and expressions highlight the personality and quirks of these famous folks. At his best when playful, it’s clear that Mark enjoys painting people.
Talya Baldwin illustrates Not the End of the World
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.
Phil illustrates 'Maddy Moose' for Bell Box Murals Project
Inspired by the great outdoors, illustrator Phil put paint to action in a collaboration with Bell Box Murals Project, a Community Matters initiative. Tasked with brightening up the corner of Tyrell Ave. and Turner Rd., Phil, in hopes of bringing a more natural element to the city, decided that a large graphic moose would do the trick. The textured layers of paint and distressed finish are signature to Phil’s style, making it feel like ‘Maddy Moose’ has always been part of the neighbourhood.
Talya Baldwin illustrates St. Kilda
Illustrator Talya Baldwin’s recent trip to St. Kilda proved to be an inspiring one and she took to her sketchbook to record the awe-inspiring details. Each brush stroke tells a story; from the island’s natural history to its unique community, sharing the ecological history of the land. Almost surreal, Talya’s watercolour paints a magical picture, bringing a sense of hope and beauty to this remote island which seems as though it has stood still in time.
Illustrator Greg Stevenson finds inspiration in NYC
If you are looking for inspiration than New York City is the place to go and illustrator Greg Stevenson knows just that! The art world has a long history of one medium offering inspiration to another and this series is a great example of that.