July 2010
9 posts
Si Scott
A massive influence for me. Amazingly intricate detail in the swirls and shapes. Black and white colour scheme creates a high contrast so even the tiniest details won’t go unnoticed. Every piece is crisp and just looks flawless. You appreciate it more when you see it’s all hand-drawn.
www.siscottstudio.com
Alex Passapera
An Illustrator based outside of NY. He uses pen and ink to create pieces that are primarily based on the concept of instinct. He however has more complex pieces, ranging from his own ideas on politics and religion, to relationships.
“I began using the predator as a template and imagined the moment instinct takes over. It becomes an explosion of gore and bone as it takes hold, without...
Die Antwoord
Awesome rap act from Cape town, South Africa. Love the overcrowded childish illustrations on the walls and clothes. Gives the group a certain authenticity. Another black and white favourite.
http://www.dieantwoord.com/
Mike Giant
Tattoo’s, graffiti, fine art, Mike Giant does it all. I found him through the streetwear company Rebel 8, to whom he submits work to, also providing some stores with some live art.
Every one of his fine art pieces is pristine, full of detail and high contrast black and white, successfully making his designs stand out. This precise line work has become his signature.
Makes me want to...
f1rst
I’ll be using this to record my inspiration and influences on a day to day basis because i’m too lazy to write them in pen and paper. It’s also thundering outside… badly, sounds like the end of the world or something.