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Ramona Ring – Provocative, Linea Illustration

By Patternbank On January 30, 2013 · In Inspiration

For an artist still completing her degree at the University of Applied Science in Hamburg, Ramona Ring has an astonishing maturity of style and technique. Using a combination of hand drawn illustrations and digital effects, Ramona builds her artwork in layers. Using only pencil and paper initially, her work is then scanned and coloured in photoshop. Patternbank love her use of strong linea imagery and subtle colour combinations which create texture and pattern in her art. For more news visit her Tumblr. Some illustrations featured in this post are work created for ZEIT magazin.

Menswear Print Trends – Autumn/Winter 2013 Part 2

By Patternbank On January 29, 2013 · In Catwalks

Patternbank brings you it’s second Menswear Print Trends report for Autumn/Winter 2013. Here we bring you a concise overview of the key looks sure to influence the season from the recent Menswear catwalk shows held in London, Milan and Paris. View Patternbank’s Menswear Print Trends Spring/Summer 2013 Part 1 here.

Tile Patterns

Tile Inspired Design – Block Repeats – Geometric Patterns – Mosaic Mix-ups – Decorative and Ornate Art Deco – Damask References – Intricate Repeat Pattern Work

MAN – Agi & Sam, Dries Van Noten, Roberto Cavalli, Alexander McQueen, Etro, Comme Des Garcons Homme Plus. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Collage Graphics

Photographic Overlays – Cut-up Magazine Style – Placement Prints – Art Inspired – Abstract Layouts – Graphic Mix – Chaotic Collage plays – Digitally Manipulated Pattern

James Long, John Galliano, John Galliano, Givenchy, Moschino, Etro. Photos via Vogue.co.uk

Floral Bloomed

Plays on Floral Tradition – Botanical Blooms – Intense Floral Prints – Tonal Colour Use – Vibrant Richness - Realistic photo prints – Large Scale Blooms – Brocade Styling – High Saturation Colour Use

Louis Vuitton, McQ Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, MSGM, MSGM, KATY EARY. Photos via Vogue.co.uk

Camouflage/Animal Skin Distorted

Distressed Textures – Painterly Brush Strokes – Camouflage Re-invented – Ikat Styles – Natural Elements – Splattered Effects – Monochrome Effects - Allover Impact

MSGM, McQ Alexander McQueen, MSGM, Walter Van Beirendonck, John Galliano, Richard Nicoll. Photos via Vogue.co.uk

Paisley Pattern Mix

Paisley Scarf Prints – Over-scaled Paisley Print – Decorative Pattern Mix – Bohemian Style – Rich Texture and Layered Looks - Highly decorative details – Re-worked & Twisted Paisley Pattern - Abstract Motifs

Etro, Diesel Black Gold, Sacai, Dries Van Noten, Etro, Dries Van Noten. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Contemporary Figure Paintings – Erik Jones

By Patternbank On January 27, 2013 · In Inspiration

These amazing traditionally worked illustrations are the creations of Brooklyn based artist Erik Jones aka ‘The Iris On’. His painted portraits are brought to life with unexpected abstract elements and geometric configurations. Preferring to by-pass digital means, Jones has a more old school approach and works with coloured pencil, water colour, acrylic and oils to create each piece. Patternbank love his vibrant colour plays and beautifully studied detail in these original looking illustrations.

Gert And Uwe Tobias – Romanian Woodcut Prints

By Patternbank On January 23, 2013 · In Inspiration

With a strong reference to Eastern European folk art and Russian abstract art, twin brothers Gert and Uwe Tobias have a unique partnership in creating these brooding masterpieces. Born in Brasov, Romania in 1973 the brothers began working together in 2001 producing large scale woodcuts, gouache paintings, ceramic sculptures and typewriter drawings. Their work is currently on show in The Gallery at Windsor, Vero Beach, Florida, due to show in The Whitechapel Gallery, London in April 2013. See more from the Tobias brothers on the Windsor website.

Menswear Print Trends – Autumn/Winter 2013 Part 1

By Patternbank On January 22, 2013 · In Catwalks

Patternbank breaks down the key print trends from the Menswear Autumn/Winter 2013 catwalk shows held in London, Milan and Paris. Here we bring you a concise overview of the key looks sure to influence the season. This is the first instalment featuring four key print trend stories, Part 2 will follow shortly [Update - Part 2 live]. Sign up for our Weekly Newsletter to be kept right up to date with all the latest stories.

Form, Colour and Line

Large Scale Colour-blocking – Geometric Arrangments – Bold Colour usage – Abstracted Pattern – Graphic Statements

MSGM, Dirk Bikkembergs, Iceberg, Umit Benan, Walter Van Beirendonck, Fashion East. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Exaggerated Check

Over-scaled Checks – Tartan Mix – Printed Outerwear – Diagonal Checks – Plaid Overprints – Engineered Check Placements

E Tautz, James Long, Moncler Gamme Bleu, Moschino, Vivienne Westwood, Umit Benan. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Cartoon and Slogan Graphics

Comic Characters – Statement Slogans – Humorous Illustrations – Typography with Pattern Infills – Full Panel Statements – Colour Block Graphic Visuals

Christopher Shannon, E Tautz, Fashion East, James Long, Sibling, Walter Van Beirendonck. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Conversational Humour

Mono Repeats – Cartoon Imagery – Modern Toile du Joué – Obscure Graphic Illustrations – Minimal Placements – Simple Icon Repeats

Astrid Anderson, Fashion East, Martine Rose, MAN Agi & Sam, Dolce & Gabbana, Raf Simons. Photos via Fashionising.com and Vogue.co.uk

Go check part 2 of our essential Menswear Print Trends Autumn/Winter 2013.

Melanie Authier – Improbable Environments

By Patternbank On January 22, 2013 · In Inspiration

Melanie Authier’s paintings bring together visual contradictions into one imaginary space. By drawing upon the histories of abstraction and the strategies of representation, she presents improbable environments. A sense of disorientation comes about through the way in which colour, texture, line and shape compete for room within the canvas. Each work presents a brimming jostle of oppositions that the viewer is invited to bring into a certain order. Check out more of her stunning work on her website.

Antonio Marras – Pre Fall 2013 Collection

By Patternbank On January 21, 2013 · In Catwalks

Patternbank are big fans of Antonio Marras who always delivers when it comes to print, pattern and a love of fabrics, embroidery and embellishment. This Pre Fall 2013 collection didn’t fail to delight with beautifully executed floral prints mixed with geometric and paisley patterns. Exquisite jacquard coats and knitwear featured textured pattern and small tie motifs. It’s not surprising then that Marras was previously artistic director at Kenzo where mixing inspirations, costume, textiles and contemporary art goes hand in hand. To see more of Antonio Marras’ creations go to antoniomarras.it. Photos via fashionising.com

Jason Thielke – Laser-etched Beauty

By Patternbank On January 17, 2013 · In Inspiration

Patternbank are loving Jason Thielke’s stylised linear interpretations of the human form. Jason Thielke’s beautiful imagery navigates the astoundingly complex dynamics of human nature, mixing a hard linear style with soft and fluid emotion. Thielke combines many different techniques which include acrylic paintings, block printing, pencil drawings and his signature laser-etching techniques, which have real visual impact. Jason Thielke earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Northern Illinois University School of Art. His work has been featured internationally in galleries and art fairs, with solo exhibitions in Denver, Portland and Seattle.