Chris Silas Neal is an illustrator and designer, born in Texas and currently based in Brooklyn. His work has been published and recognized numerous times by the likes of Communication Arts, American Illustration, AIGA, Society of Illustrators, Society of Publication Designers, Art Directors Club of Denver, Print Magazine and Society of News Designers. He also teaches Illustration at Pratt Institute. Love his style and simplicity – make sure to check out his drawings too.
One of my main cohorts, Mike McQuade, just launched his new site and it’s loaded with a grip of incredible new work. Originally from Philadelphia and currently working as an art director at Energy BBDO in Chicago, Mike considers himself an artist, designer, and illustrator. I’ve always admired his drawing skills and hand-lettering, and it’s great to see these talents crossing over into his advertising work for big brands. Mike and I formed National Record Holders a few years ago, and although we haven’t done much with it lately, we are currently working together on a poster for The Infantree’s Help Haiti Heal poster project, as well as plotting our next move with NRH. Stay tuned.
I’m a big fan of Mike Giant | Rebel8, rad to see him open up shop – bringing back The Skullz Press after five years. Open every Saturday from 11am to 7pm. Every first Friday of the month will be an opening to debut new original artworks and limited edition printed goods.
I’m digging the intricate, texture drawings of Anna Higgie . Scroll to the right to catch the details, impressive. Plus, Dilla!
I’ve followed Damien for years now and have always been motivated by his creativity and productivity. He’s left a solid trail of work behind him for clients like Urban Outfitters, Swindle, and Zoo York, and continues to blaze trails with Rad Mountain. Check out his recent interview with XLR8R:
I’ve always been impressed with the uniqueness of Steve Harrington’s work.
He just added some new pieces and several new sections to dig on, so have a look.
Mike Giant Rebel8. If you’re not familiar, you should be.
Check out some of his work here and here plus visit his site and blog.
