Monday, November 17, 2008

Inspiring Illustrators

Dan McCarthy
The storybook illustrations of Dan McCarthy find power in their simplicity. Take note of the limited palette he uses and the economy of form. Sometimes less is more. See more of his work here: http://www.danmccarthy.org/

Above Image: Dan McCarthy

Above Image: Dan McCarthy
Above Image: Dan McCarthy

Chris Ware
Chris Ware's meticulous, thoughtful, beautifully designed drawings serve as insightful cultural commentary through the storyboard layout of a cartoon. Check out the Acme Novelty Warehouse and Quimby Mouse for more work by Ware.

Above Image - Chris Ware

Charles Burns
The definitive Graphic Artist. White and Black used at their best. For more of his work check out this article about his book Black Hole at Salon.com. Additionally look for his animation in Fear(s) of the Dark.

Above Image - Charles Burns


Charley Harper
A wonderful use of modernist abstraction found in the simple forms and elegant design of Charley Harper's illustrations. More on him here.

Above Image - Charley Harper

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