"...There are, however, some designers and even clients who insist that the public deserve and will respond to much higher standards in graphics. They are convinced, as Charlie Chaplin was convinced, that the best way to entertain the public is to first entertain oneself."

Pascal Blanchet – masterful illustrations

Posted: April 17th, 2008 | Author: Iancu | Filed under: art, illustration | 1 Comment »

Mr. Pascal Blanchet’s illustrations left me speechless. Rarely have I seen such beautiful colours and expressive hand-made typography (at many times interacting with the illustration). Reminding of Chuck Jones and Les Goldman’s animations or american modernism, Pascal Blanchet’s style manages to seem perfect for book covers, record covers, advertising, social posters or even product packaging.

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(via grain edit)

Kristiana Parn

Posted: April 9th, 2008 | Author: Iancu | Filed under: illustration | 2 Comments »

Beautiful illustrations by Kristiana Parn. Acrylic on wood mostly. Check her other works too.

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I love how this last one has a Van Gogh feel to it, from both his Potato Eaters and Room at Arles.

(thanks Gina for the tip)

Viktor Schreckengost

Posted: April 9th, 2008 | Author: Iancu | Filed under: art | 2 Comments »

An “American Da Vinci”, as they say it on the Viktor Schreckengost Fundation site. Insane watercolours. Check his sculptures and other works.

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Seurat Saturday

Posted: April 6th, 2008 | Author: Iancu | Filed under: my photos | 1 Comment »

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