South African born illustrator and graphic designer Tara Deacon chats about her care-free transition abroad, having an international client base and making your mark in the world.
Tag: Illustration
Karabo Poppy collabs with Sneaker Lab to launch Moriri Waka collection
On 7 June, Sneaker Lab will be launching their Moriri Waka series that was created in conjunction with illustrator and street artist, Karabo ‘Poppy’ Moletsane.
Illustrator Yoosha Isaacs offers a futuristic take on Joburg’s architecture
Joburg-based graphic design and photography student Yoosha Isaacs reimagines the city’s architecture in captivating illustrations.
Joburg creative illustrates new and inclusive Zulu love letters ‘that cater to everyone’
Zebulon Chuenyane’s bold and empowering series, titled Ngi Yak’Verstana, pays homage to diverse love and the Zulu love letter.
Zi big days! Joburg creatives illustrate icon festive ingredients
From Ultra Mel custard to Bakers Choice Assorted Biscuits, two Joburg creatives illustrate iconic December ingredients.
On love, fuck boys and anxiety – Durban illustrator Chelsea Tamim draws on the personal
Pop culture and colour collide in Chelsea Tamim’s digital artworks, which explore themes such as love, technology and the everyday.
On pride and culture: Zinhle Zulu is the award-winning illustrator to watch
Illustrator and Open Window gradute Zinhle Zulu’s award winning work will leave you inspired.
Emerging creative Kgodisho Mowa designs vibrant art for future generations to come
Having recently completed a learnership at Umuzi Photo Club, art director Kgodisho Mowa creates vibrant work that expresses everyday life experience.
3 South African illustrators collaborate with students on international Monster Project
Creative studio Studio Muti, illustrator Lize-Marie Dreyer and production company Bewilder TV breath new life into elementary school students’ drawings.
‘My Women in Colour’ – Melissa Fontini illustrates a lighthearted series on the female experience
Joburg-based artist Melissa Fontini left the world of advertising to become an artist. She talks to us about her new series and mural project.
Dive into dystopian drawings of Durban-based illustrator Liam Richards
Inspired by the detail in manga artist Katsuhiro Otomo’s line work, illustrator Liam Richards creates sketches of surreal urban scenes.
South African artist Ellena Lourens creates stunningly eerie illustrations
Cape Town-born, New York-based illustrator Ellena Lourens produces an eerie array of work featuring sombre characters and slithering serpents.
South African artists make affirmation-based illustrations to lift your spirit
Nine creatives explore the theme of positive thinking and affirmation through custom illustrations.
Illustrator Phathu Nembilwi uses language of design to celebrate women
Emerging creative Phathu Nembilwi shares her latest works, inspired by everyday life and the strength of women.
Self-taught Joburg illustrator Simeon Ferreira shares brand new ‘I Feel Slick’ series
Illustrator Simeone Ferreira has created a bold striking new series, featuring illustrations, socks and stickers, called ‘I Feel Slick’.
