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!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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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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.
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Rémy Simard illustrates for Crave
Funny and relatable. Just a couple of things that illustrator Rémy Simard has in common with iconic 90’s sitcom F · R · I · E · N · D · S. The focus of a recent marketing project by Bell Media for Crave, Rémy's illustration depicts some of the most memorable episodes of the series. His distinct comic style gives way to an endearing comedic flair that perfectly captures the humour in each familiar icon. Which, when combined reveals a famous F · R · I · E · N · D · S episode. The one with the….
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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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Katy Dockrill illustrates City of Water
Whether it’s a refreshing swim, ice cold drink of water or washing the dishes, City of Water illustrated by Katy Dockrill reminds us that water is at the centre of our existence. Written by Andrea Curtis and published by Groundwood Books, this second book in the ThinkCities series has been met with resounding enthusiasm, earning a Junior Library Guild selection.
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Monika Melnychuk illustrates for NC State Alumni Magazine
Illustrator Monika Melnychuk gives new meaning to the phrase ‘creating a buzz.’ In her recent illustration for NC State Alumni Magazine, Monika worked alongside art director Victoria Cumbee to illustrate the Spring 2021 cover and 6 page feature on beekeeper extraordinaire Leigh-Kathryn Bonner. Tapping into her clever and eccentric style Monika brilliantly showcases Bonner’s personality while her unique lettering technique playfully narrates the Bee Downtown story.
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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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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.
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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.
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Phil Illustrates Snowdrops
Spring is in the air and with this new season comes a sense of hope. It’s this feeling of hope that brought illustrator Phil and poet Hanna Robinson together. Both inspired by the snowdrop flower and the wonders of the natural world. Hanna, looking for a visual to accompany her poem, came across Phil’s painting of snowdrops and felt that it spoke to her. With isolation becoming part of our daily lives it’s wonderful to see that Phil’s art and Hanna’s poem connected them through ideas of growth and resiliency, themes that are often present in Phil’s work.
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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.
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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.
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Tim Zeltner illustrates for The Waterford Puzzle Company
Ever wish you could transport yourself into the enchanting world of a Tim Zeltner illustration? Well, now you can get one step closer with a hand-cut wooden puzzle from The Waterford Puzzle Company. Tim’s traditional folk art illustrations were selected for their unique visual appeal and incredible details. The end result is a puzzle that not only shows a work of art but is a work of art!
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Clare Owen illustrates 'Connoisseur Kids'
If you’re in search of a fun way to teach kids the basics when it comes to good manners and everyday etiquette, then look no further. Connoisseur Kids, published by Chronicle Books and illustrated by Clare Owen is a delightful book for parents and kids alike. From brushing teeth to setting the table, Clare’s illustration provides relatable examples that everyone can connect with. Clare offers a lighthearted approach to these little life lessons with wonderful pops of colour and a cheerfully engaging style.
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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.
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Welcome Illustrator Sabina Fenn
Please join us in welcoming the extraordinarily talented Sabina Fenn to our i2i Art roster! Thrilled to have her join the ranks we are even more pleased to share her work. Inspired by travels to sunny destinations Sabina’s illustration exudes warmth and tranquility. Working with watercolour, Sabina’s use of soft colours combined with gorgeous texture, tone and endearing subject matter make for illustrations that keep you coming back for more.
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