[ad_1] Sharing is caring! What is it about us humans that makes us want to conquer things? We get the same endorphins from a stint at the gym or chowing down on chocolate cake. Why do we (cough, cough, men) so often feel the need to be the first at something? Why does glory outweigh […]
Emma Beatrez – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * A…
[ad_1] A selection of paintings by Minneapolis-based artist Emma Beatrez, the most intriguing of which examine prototypical cheerleaders and the spectacle of small town pep-rally bonfires. The dark energy present in the work is perfectly summed up in this statement from “Polyester”, their recent exhibition at Hair + Nails: “Clad in polyester vestments, extremely flammable, […]
Marcelo Lavin – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * …
[ad_1] A selection of dreamy digital artworks by artist Marcelo Lavin. Through bright colours, interesting textures, and bold shapes, Lavin configures scenes that serve to open up an altered state of consciousness: “I love dreaming and how dreaming feels so I’m naturally interested in the intersection of the past and the future, of nostalgia and […]
William Darkdrac – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY…
[ad_1] A selection of work inspired by the dynamics of urban living by artist William Darkdrac. Darkdrac’s images are created using an airbrush technique and focus on light as a metaphor for spirituality and human connection amidst the chaos of our increasingly fast-paced modern world. His series, “Normal People,” features ethereal figures illuminated against contemporary […]
Liang Fu – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * ART *…
[ad_1] A selection of recent work by artist Liang Fu. Born in Sichuan, China, and currently based in Paris, France, Fu received his BFA and MFA from the National Fine Arts School of Nantes (France). His practice centers around the intricate interplay of corporeal forms, geographical landscapes, and the passage of time. His paintings explore […]
Savanna Judd – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * A…
[ad_1] A selection of work by artist Savanna Judd. Judd received their BFA from the Pacific Northwest College of Art with a focus on immersive environments and experimental interactive narratives using animation and code. Judd describes their work as seeking to blend light, build atmosphere, and capture the liminal quality of a place alive in […]
Lony Mathis – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * AR…
[ad_1] A selection of work by illustrator Leonie Mathis aka “Lony” Mathis. Born in Vienna and raised in the south of Carinthia, Mathis moved to Germany and studied Illustration at the HAW Hamburg. She moved back to Vienna after graduating and has been working as a freelance illustrator ever since. Her images are mainly created […]
Jess Martinez – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * …
[ad_1] For our first-ever Booooooom Illustration Awards, supported by Format, we selected 5 winners, one for each of the following categories: Editorial, Personal, Product & Packaging, Advertising & Promotional, Student. Now it is our pleasure to introduce the winner of the Student category, Jess Martinez. Jess Martinez is a Mexican-American illustrator and designer. Born and […]
Chris Koehler – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * …
[ad_1] Can you share a bit about the process of creating your winning image, from the initial seed of the idea to the final version? Halloween is a movie that holds a special place in my heart. The first official movie poster I ever created was for its 40th anniversary, and I’ve revisited it several […]
Tom Day – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE * INSPIRE * COMMUNITY * ART * …
[ad_1] A selection of paintings by artist Tom Day. Day’s work delves into the complexities of societal issues with a focus on examining racism from a privileged standpoint and critiquing toxic Christianity and consumerism. Day uses both digital and traditional media to create paintings that blend realism with expressive elements, inviting viewers to confront uncomfortable […]