Conceptual Illustrator Thom Sevalrud spares no detail with his latest illustration. Commissioned to depict the core values for U of T’s Institutional Research and Data Governance, Thom proves he’s up to the task. His classic geometric style captivates; revealing connections and highlighting unique elements.
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Thom Sevalrud illustrates for Blueprint ADE
Research and development consulting firm Blueprint ADE turned to illustrator Thom Sevalrud to create a clear and refreshed set of branded visuals for their website. Selected for his strong conceptual creativity and distinct graphic style, Thom expertly tackles these complex ideas. His seamless line work establishes a flow that draws the eye through the illustration and transforms each concept into clear icons. The bold hyperlink blue in the original series is a standout colour and signature to the Blueprint brand. But Thom took these illustrations one step further.
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Illustrator Thom Sevalrud Awarded 3x3 Magazine's Educator of the Year
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Thom Sevalrud has been named this year’s Illustrator/ Educator of the Year by 3x3 Magazine.
Thom’s bold colour choices and geometric patterns are just a few elements that make his illustration so intriguing. Thom attributes his light and airy style to growing up in the open space of the prairies. Combing his unique use of line and texture, Thom’s conceptual illustration has an added a layer of depth that draws you in and tells a story.
Read MoreThom Sevalrud's award-winning illustration
American Illustration, Communication Arts, The Society of Illustrators, Luerzer’s Archive, 3x3 Magazine, Creative Quarterly, How Magazine and Applied Arts, these are just some of the organizations that have recognized Thom Sevalrud’s illustration over the years. While abstraction, color and pattern have always been major themes in Thom’s work it’s been the evolution of Thom’s style that has kept his illustration in the spotlight.
‘Call of the Forest’ is Thom’s latest award-winning piece. It will be featured in Creative Quarterly’s issue CQ55. Inspired by the documentary of the same title, Thom sought to pay homage to the ‘song of nature’. His art delights with its rich contrast and decoration.
‘Call of the Forest’ by Thom Sevalrud
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Thom Sevalrud illustrates the modern world
Conceptual illustrator Thom Sevalrud excels at bringing the abstract into focus. The more abstract the idea the better; deconstructing large, complex theories into beautifully succinct visuals is his speciality.
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Thom Sevalrud illustrates for the ONPHA 2017 Conference
Illustrator Thom Sevalrud had the pleasure and privilege of creating the logo for the 2017 ONPHA (Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association) Conference. His artwork was utilized throughout all media, from videos and outdoor signage to booths and guide books.
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Thom Sevalrud illustrates for Nobles Magazine
In their latest issue, Nobles magazine, published by the Noble and Greenough School, brings us a fascinating look at teens and their social networks. With some exceptional art direction from 2 Communique, Thom Sevalrud's illustration captures our curiosity on the subject.
Read MoreThom Sevalrud for Stanford Social Innovation Review
The Stanford Social Innovation Review tackles some of the more interesting questions asked in the social sector today and thoughtful, conceptual illustration plays an important role in creating a visual understanding of these topics. And so art director David Herbick chose illustrator Thom Sevalrud for the Review's latest cover; a story on how nonprofits and social businesses can use data for action and for impact. Thom's elegant use of symbolism, strong lines and composition truly captures the transforming nature of this article.
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Thom Sevalrud for Maryland and Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative
For the Maryland and Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association, the theme is change and The Design Office of Ann Marie Ternullo called on Thom Sevalrud to help illustrate this conversation.
For the cooperative's 2015 annual report Thom's clean lines and stylized approach provided a future-forward look at the client's complex industry. The fresh green color palette invites the reader and the illustration is cleverly carried throughout. The report is also printed (what a treat!) in an impressive 10"x13" format creating a stunning impact.
We have a special place in our hearts for great design. The collaboration between Ann Marie Ternullo and Thom Sevalrud created a truly special artifact.
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Thom Sevalrud for The Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association
Thom Sevalrud had the pleasure of illustrating yet another cover for The Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association this past month. Art director Lotte Gronneberg chose the prefect topic for Thom's style.
Thom's piece depicts how technology will change the role of patient care in the years to come. As Thom often does, he gives us the sense of the enormity of these decisions and how very personal they can be.
'Patient Technology' by Thom Sevalrud
Cover of The Journal of Norwegian Medical Association
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Thom Sevalrud makes Luerzer's Archive Best Illustrator list, again.
How do you manage to be named one of the top 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide by Luerzer's Archive, for a second time? We asked Thom Sevalrud, a master of conceptual illustration, to help us understand his methods and inspiration for his most recent award-winning image 'The Elephant' depicting big data analytics.
i2i Art: Let's start from the beginning. How were you approached to create an illustration representing Big Data Analytics?
Thom Sevalrud: This image was created for the McKinsey Quarterly publication. It was to be a double-page spread to accompany a whole ‘section’ in the journal examining big data analytics. The AD, Jake Godziejewicz, had sent me the articles and a short brief that explained what they needed; including some very specific examples of mine that showed the approach they preferred.
i2i Art: Why an elephant?
Thom Sevalrud: I wanted to nail a perfect image of something big, yet something multi-faceted. It all came together fairly quickly once the water provided the metaphor for ‘washing away the complexities’ of data. I sent the idea to Jake and explained that the elephant image would be a perfect way to ‘over-fill’ a double page spread with both sides of the creature being cropped off the page……like it didn’t fit. I'm glad Jake loved the idea.
i2i Art: Was this painted traditionally?
Thom Selvarud: It was acrylic on paper, then I added a subtle binary code into random areas of some of the diamond shapes in the elephant using digital tools.
i2i Art: And how did you get the nod from Luerzer's Archive?
Thom Selvarud: At about the time I was working with McKinsey Quarterly, I was invited to once again submit to Luerzer’s Archive 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide. Illustrators are first nominated and screened before they are invited to enter. Their work is then taken to another level of judging and are chosen from an international collection of work, where my elephant made the cut. I have now been included in 2 of the 5 collections of The Best Illustrators by Luerzer’s Archive.
'The Elephant' as it appears in Luerzer's Archive 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide
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Thom Sevalrud for 88 Scott
The vision for 88 Scott : "These are the dreamers, the planners, the creators. ... In the earliest planning stages of 88 Scott, fifteen of the country's leading architects, planners and developers were invited to collaborate in a unique process. Their mandate was to create a bold vision for an exceptional, new landmark condominium building..."
In keeping with this creative approach, art by nine local i2i artists was reproduced in large format and presented on hoarding panels (divided by inspirational quotations). The idea was for the developer to support local talent while beautifying the site during the construction phase of development. The images were chosen to represent the many facets of life in the immediate community: green space, culture, recreation, shopping, entertainment etc.
Over the coming weeks we'll bring you pics of the other panels, but we start today with Thom Sevalrud's. It's fantastic to see the art at this size! If you have a chance, pop down and check out the larger-than-life art at 88 Scott in the heart of downtown Toronto. To see more of Thom's art go here.
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Thom Sevalrud's Surface Design Recognized by American Illustration
Thom Sevalrud's 'Abstractions' were recognized by American Illustration and chosen for their website award archive. The clean graphic images were used in different configurations as surface design on gift bags for the annual Buddies In Bad Times Art Auction last fall. Congratulations Thom!
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Thom Sevalrud for Global Brief
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Thom Sevalrud for Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association
Thom Sevalrud created this powerful image for the cover of the Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association. This is Thom's fourth cover for the JNMA, working with art director Emma Dalby, who seems to match him perfectly with topics that speak to his visual vocabulary. Conceptually, Thom addresses many aspects of whole genome sequencing, which is becoming more and more accessible to us all.
Thom Sevalrud: Big Data
The Wikipedia definition of Big Data is: "a collection of data sets so large and complex that it becomes difficult to process using on-hand database management tools..."
Thom Sevalrud has a way with taking just this type of complexity and in his very unique visual vocabulary communicating the idea clearly, like no other. That's why Brian Donahue of Be Design called upon Thom to illustrate Why Big Data is a Big Deal for Macalester Today. Brian is also a big fan of Thom's hand lettering so he also asked him to illustrate the headline for this feature as well.
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'Leukemia' illustration ©Thom Sevalrud
Thom Sevalrud: Journal for the Norwegian Medical Association
Art Director Emma Dalby commissioned Thom Sevalrud for a third cover for the award winning Journal. His masterful conceptual skills communicate to the scientific community Leukemia's treatments and how to identify the disease through family history and biological markers.
Thom Sevalrud for Macalester Today
Thom's conceptual style was called upon by Brian Donahue, of Be Design, to illustrate the article Beyond the Auto for the Summer Issue of Macalester Today. The article has Macalester College experts weigh in on the future of travel, predicting that bikes, buses and your own two feet, are the transit options that will reign supreme in the cities of tomorrow. Thom's somewhat futuristic approach to the art brings this discussion to life beautifully.
Thom Sevalrud: Journal for the Norwegian Medical Association
Thom Sevalrud illustrated two of the 22 covers (judged as a series), and awarded the best art overall in the prestigious Norwegian Prize (Fagpresseprisen). The Journal's art director, Emma Dalby recently got in touch with Thom to share feedback from the judges: "...communicative and well thought out illustrations on every cover - simply beautiful!". We agree, Thom's images communicate difficult subject matter in a highly creative and yet academic manner. You be the judge. Congratulations Thom, for this outstanding achievement! Click here to view more of Thom's work.
This cover illustrated an article on Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).
This cover illustrated an article on drug addiction/abuse and drug screening.
Thom Sevalrud in Season Opener: Art Show + Launch Party
Garrison Creek Bat Co. is kicking it off in style with an art show! Come check out the custom-painted bats by a ton of great illustrators and artists tonight (April 26th) at AWOL Gallery, 76 Ossington Ave. Opening runs from 7pm to 10pm--more info here. Here's a sneak peek of Thom Sevalrud's bat in progress.