Swoosh

Yucel - Workbook 32

The perspective, distortion, and line work really make this illustration quite effective. They have extended the type of line even into the Nike swoosh logo. This says something about how widespread and recognized Nike is, but it also has contributed to making a more unified illustration. I love how most details are left out- the shoe is not very descriptive other than that it is Nike.  The same thing goes for the figure- we can't tell who it is, but the perspective suggests that the figure is going up for a dunk.  The colors are also great.  Purple and yellow are complimentary, and therefore, the purple accented swoosh ads flare and draws necessary attention.

they make it look easy

 

I found this illustration on Yulia Brodskaya's  personal website, who I found in Communication Arts' fresh profile section. I think I am attracted to this illustration because of the simplicity of the figure and the lavishness of her hair. I also don't see many illustrations of people in profile, which makes it stand out to me.  I like how each color used in the hair represents a certain style of line. There is subtle detail in the girl's face, adding a softness and innocence to her appearance. The color in her eyes reflects that which is used in her hair, tying the two together, which pop out at you against the off-white background.

destruction

This is an image Adam Haynes did for Nike, which I found through his "fresh" profile on the Communication Arts website.  I think it's a really great illustration because of the sense of space the artist conveys.  We are given a scene which can be examined near, far, and wide.  The subject lingers in a bottom corner, and as a result, is large and easy to identify with.  I also like how we only see the guys arms and legs and the front portion of the bike.  I love the details that are visible in the piece and in particular, the ditch.  The perspective is really engaging and impressive.  In addition to the illustrated subjects, the color palette also helps give the piece a dystopian vibe.  I like how red is used for the color of the sky and sparingly otherwise.

privcy violation

Howard Mcwilliam- Workbook 32

I'm not sure what this illustration is for exactly, but I assume it's making a statement about the new scanning devices being used in most airports. I like it because of its message, which equates being naked to being scanned in an airport. This is valid, unfortunate, and funny for a brief moment.  The illustrator uses humor in his illustration through disproportionate figures, funny expressions, and a comic style.  The man being scanned has the dear in the headlights expression which is a primary focus point in the piece.

Watching, Waiting, Dreaming

Title: Watching, Waiting, Dreaming
Format: Poster series
Found in: The Design of Dissent by Tony Kushner

I like these posters because of the artist's integration of realism and stylistic character.  The use of line is abundant, signifying that though amazingly accurate, the designs are in fact illustrations.  This is what works about these designs.  One reason they appear so accurate is because of how often we see photographs of these people looking as they do above.  The obvious hand drawn quality is what helps distinguish these designs, sparking interest in viewers.

well hello there

When scrummaging through books in Parkland's library, I tend to flip through the pages of many books, hoping that something will jump out at me.  This piece did just that and convinced me to check out For Love and Money New Illustration by Liz Farrelly and Olivia Triggs.  I'm a big fan of all of the use of texture in this piece.  The repetitious use of brick tiling at different sizes and in different focal planes is very unifying.  The jagged lines and drop shadows help us understand the depth within the piece.  The limited color palette utilized is extremely effective in creating a dramatic, eye-grabbing image.

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