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Esther Tang's gloriously textural illustrations help her connect to the world emotionally

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Since graduating from the School of Visual Arts in 2022, her distinctive illustration style has been recognised by the Society of Illustrators, Creative Quarterly, and the World Illustration Awards. The core of my art lies in its ability to stir emotions, spark thoughts, and initiate conversations," Esther tells Creative Boom. "The

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Malin Rosenqvist's textural works are inspired by her love of reading

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In the outskirts of Stockholm, a Swedish artist named Malin Rosenqvist weaves intricate tales through the medium of illustration. Malin's journey began in Sweden, where she initially studied animation at the Royal College of Art Craft & Design before embarking on an MA in animation and illustration at HSLU in Luzern, Switzerland, in 2010.

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CiCi Suen's beautiful, textured drawings explore the hidden universe of nature

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London-based artist CiCi Suen has turned her attention to the secret forms and complex structures that can only be found in nature in her beautiful series of charcoal and pastel drawings. Considering herself lucky to have discovered her passion in life from an early age, she would go on to study at Camberwell College of Arts.

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Sarah Mafféïs illuminates everyday moments through texture, tone and craft

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These scenes, infused with nostalgia and warmth, are coupled with Sarah's distinctive style that feels textural and partially translucent – bubbles, bottles, glasses and various table-top objects are stacked on top of each other in artworks reminiscent of a blissful collage. This is the stage where my initial idea truly comes to life."

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Hanneke Rozemuller constructs dreamy, textural scenes as a way of making sense of the world

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One glance at Hanneke Rozemuller 's portfolio, and you'll stumble upon a sea-blue scene with cloud-like textures reminiscent of a dream, a floating figure appears surrounded by thought bubbles. The piece is textured and beautifully nonsensical for the way it merges motifs and objects into a rosy, hypnagogic drawing.

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Nigerian artist Samson Bakare's time-travelling art reimagines Africa's past in an intriguing way

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Courtesy of DCG and the Artist On the eve of his upcoming solo exhibition 'Let This Be A Sign', Nigerian artist, painter and sculptor Samson Bakare tells Creative Boom about his inspirations, process and unique approach to re-envisioning the history of Africa. Courtesy of DCG and the Artist Songs of Hope, 2023 © Samson Bakare.

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Tips on starting an art journal, and why it can boost your creativity in 2024

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Start an art journal to unleash your creativity and reflect on your journey. As the new year unfolds, it's a wonderful time to embark on a journey of self-expression and discovery through art journaling. what is an art journal exactly? In short, an art journal can be whatever you want it to be! Why journal?

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