Non-digital collages CreativeMindClass Blog

"I live and work within Bristol UK and studied Illustration at Brighton UK. I've been an active illustrator and artist since 2013. My concentration slowly shifting through the years , from vibrant and vivid character designs to more abstracted and intensive work. I tend to make work with a mix of collage, drawing, or a combination of both, and every so often 3D. I also self-publish and create a lot of zines and often comics."

What would you say about the style of your collage?

"Primarily non-digital" (though this is a personal choice and both approaches to work are equally relevant as one another) that includes a variety of paper textures. I used to create work with lots of bright shades, but I've been trying to be more considered and 'quieter' when it comes to my color choices in recent times. I put a lot of emphasis on composition and shapes too. Most of my work is fairly playful as I consider the collage and drawing that I create as a form of playing, or an act that is enjoyment."

What is the key to making your collages?

"It's difficult to pinpoint a single 'key' to how I create illustrations as well as other art. A sense of fun playing, enjoyment, and joy is crucial to the way I create work. I try always to figure out ways to bring that joy into what I create. When I make art, I tell myself: 'If I'm not enjoying creating this piece, then I shouldn't be making it. I'll have to find another way to approach it'. In the majority of Illustration projects, I've found that in order to achieve the most effective results, simplifying everything. I often get bogged down in details, or particular concepts or ideas, and then I have to step back to simplify things down to its basic essence. It's a common practice to apply this equally to the content as it could in the way of shape."

"I created a work for a really worthwhile project which was launched in the UK called Communitea. The project involved 55 artists like myself. requested to make a work of work that reflected the connection we have with Chinese cultural heritage. It can now be purchased in the form of prints from Roomfifty with all profits going to keep the London Chinese Community centre from closure and combat the rise of anti-Asian hate."

Check out more of his collages through Instagram and on his web site.