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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.

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.

Estela A. Cuadro – A Fantasy Wonderland Of Illustration

By Patternbank On January 15, 2013 · In Inspiration, Print + Pattern

Argentinian artist and illustrator Estela A. Cuadro allows her love of music to help her become introspective and find inspiration from within.Estella feels it nourishes her imagination and motivates creativity. Drawing became an important part of her life as young as five, and her parents encouraged her to take influence from other painters and artists. After graduating from a graphic design course at the University of Buenos Aires, Estela took up illustration professionally. Her mentor Silvia Mato has helped her to discover a sensual side of her creativity and how to develop an energy within her work. Patternbank love Estela’s use of colour bleeding and sweeping lines which create movement and character. To see Estella’s extensive portfolio of art and publications visit her website.

Susan Chrysler White – Powerful Pattern and Form

By Patternbank On January 14, 2013 · In Inspiration

Patternbank love these paintings by Iowa artist Susan Chrysler White. Susan experiments with a variety of techniques, printing and pouring paint to create intense layers and depth in her paintings. Explorations in the bilateral Roscharch-like image and organic inspired figures can be found hidden within decorative elements of her work. The result is real vibrancy and powerful plays with pattern and form, mixing elements of sculpture and movement. Check out more of her work and incredible 3D-like chandeliers at susanchryslerwhite.com

Maya Hayuk – Kaleidoscopic Artistry

By Patternbank On January 9, 2013 · In Inspiration, Print + Pattern

Ukrainian-American multi skilled artist Maya Hayuk has caught Patternbank’s eye this week . Bold colour and striking pattern are characteristic in her paintings, prints, designs, drawings and photography. Collaborating with other artists, Hayuk has produced large scale artworks in the form of murals, scattered globally from the USA to China. With film and music also featuring in her extensive portfolio, there’s a kaleidoscope of Hayuk’s creativity to be discovered online.

Xochi Solis – Molecular Collage

By Patternbank On January 9, 2013 · In Inspiration

Wonderful mixed-media collage here by Austin, Texas based artist Xochi Solis. In addition to her studio practice, she is also the Director of Events and Public Programming at the Visual Arts Center, University of Texas at Austin. We love the way she builds up the different elements of mixed-media, one on top of each other to resemble some sort of layered molecular structure. Find more of her captivating work on her website.

Michelle Armas – Abstract Beauty

By Patternbank On January 7, 2013 · In Inspiration

We love these paintings by Michelle Armas, they’re so free, abstract and seemingly effortless with the most beautiful colour palettes. Until a few years ago her job was corporate branding in a busy New York studio, she started painting to battle the stress and now makes a living out of it, good on you Michelle. Check out more of her excuisite work on her website.

David Sala – A Visual Feast Of Illustration

By Patternbank On January 6, 2013 · In Inspiration

The exquisite paintings of illustrator David Sala have the personality to speak for themselves. A hypnotic combination of colour, pattern and character are skillfully combined to produce images which are compelling and an irresistible feast for the eyes. Sala has produced numerous illustrations for book covers and children’s publishing and currently works as a comic book writer. See more at his website.