Dave Murray illustrates for the Heritage Classics
Dave Murray’s ongoing passion for hockey is no secret. If you’re familiar with his work, it’s easy to see why NHL VP of Creative Paul Conway and Fanbrandz Creative Director Bill Frederick commissioned Dave to illustrate this incredible series for the 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic. Taking into consideration the Steeltown history of the game’s location in Hamilton Dave set to work, infusing each illustration with an industrial edge. Dave’s unique graphic style and use of texture give these players depth and movement. Talk about a perfect match!
Welcome Illustrator Migy
Starting the new year with a bang! Please join us in welcoming wonderfully talented illustrator Migy, we are delighted for him to join the i2i Art roster! With art that packs a punch, his dynamic characters and unique lettering are truly captivating. Migy’s visual style combines paint, ink, and digital, adding layers of vibrant colour and texture that offer a fresh, bold, and eye-catching quality. Incredibly fun and wildly entertaining Migy’s illustrations are sure to take you on a thrilling adventure!
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.
Greg Stevenson illustrates for Foresters Financial
Illustrator Greg Stevenson makes going with the flow look better than ever. In search of a vector-based artist, Foresters Financial commissioned Greg to create a library of illustration to complement their brand. B2B and forward-facing marketing materials expertly combine text, photography and illustration, each element interacting to create a sense of space and movement. Simple at first glance, the execution of these continuous line illustrations is more complex than meets the eye.
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.
Kelsey Davis creates animations for Ontario College of Teachers
With the school year coming to a close we’re delighted to feature this animated campaign created by Kelsey Davis for the Ontario College of Teachers. Initially created for a World Teacher Day social media campaign, this series highlights the incredible growth and resilience from teachers and students during a year unlike any other. Kelsey’s contemporary style and playful colour palette connect each of the animations, calling attention to the incredible work of teachers and the challenges they’ve overcome.
Dave Murray illustrates Neighbourhood Stamps
The streets of Toronto have taken a new turn with Neighbourhood Stamps created by illustrator Dave Murray. A self-proclaimed Torontophile, Dave uses his graphic style and bold line work to depict iconic landmarks unique to each neighbourhood. Drawing on his experience working with Canada Post, Dave creates his ever-expanding collection of scenic city views, from the well-known Scarborough Bluffs to hidden gems such as 77 Yarmouth Rd.
Eric Chow illustrates Supers: Heroes and Villains
In true superhero fashion illustrator Eric Chow creates the customer service dream team and their arch-enemies for internal communications at a large North American energy company. Along with e-merge Creative’s Art Director Sue McGillivray, they set out to inspire; commissioning Eric Chow to bring the characters they envisioned to life. Influenced by the graphic novel style, Eric expertly creates movement and fluidity within each scene. His stylized look and conceptual creativity are perfectly suited to highlight the strengths of each hero and the weaknesses of their counterparts.
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.
Welcoming conceptual illustrator and animator Ane Arzelus to i2i Art Inc.
A big i2i Art welcome to the incredibly talented conceptual illustrator and animator, Ane Arzelus! Graphically composed and wonderfully witty Ane’s illustrations have a story to tell. Passionate about communicating complex ideas with a concise delivery, her work is well thought out with a feminine undertone. Tackling topics from anxiety to meditation, Ane is inspired by the narrative behind each concept she shares. She enjoys bringing her illustration to life with a touch of motion and bright colour palettes that deliver bold messages.