I’ve got some more Belgian talent I’d like to share with you this week, but this time the artist is an illustrator from Brussels. Self-taught illustrator Raphaël Vicenzi is the man behind the name Mydeadpony, with illustration and watercolor works influenced by fashion, street art and graffiti.
I am so fascinated by Raphaël’s use of mixed media and contrast in bold shapes, type, organic and geometric designs, and soft versus deep and dark colors. His experimental style makes for such intriguing and exquisite illustrations, mixing digital media, painting, sketches, and drawing on watercolors while using layers and texture as strong elements in his work. Raphaël creates immensely detailed images that are soft, fragile, and meticulous, but also dark and edgy like no other.
There is so much emotion and expression through his work that each piece draws you in for more, don’t you think? Raphaël’s combination of hand drawings with design creates a beautiful imperfection that couldn’t be possible otherwise. I have several favorite illustrations, and couldn’t point one out – I specifically love his use of warm and feminine colors, against the rough motifs he often uses. If you love Raphaël’s illustrations, you can support him by purchasing his work from this online shop.
Do you have a favorite piece?
(images: mydeadpony)
