article thumbnail

10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

Creative Boom

Bertrand Aznar, represented by Illustration Division Whether you need representation or are looking to hire an artist or illustrator, these are the best places to head to in New York City. These behind-the-scenes champions of artistic talent serve as the bridge between artists and the industries that crave their creativity.

Artist 471
article thumbnail

10 fun illustration challenges to spark your creativity and energise you in 2024

Creative Boom

Rekindle your creativity with these art challenges, purpose-built to jumpstart your artistic journey. It's since become a worldwide phenomenon with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year. It's essentially a month-long challenge throughout October, where artists are tasked with creating one ink drawing a day.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

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

Creative Boom

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. Understandably, travelling around the world has been a significant source of inspiration for Esther's artistic creations.

Textures 327
article thumbnail

June 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Via The Met Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. 1,800 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo Featured Innovate Grant awards two $1,800 grants each quarter to one visual artist and one photographer. . Deadline: 11:59 p.m.

Artist 68
article thumbnail

May 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Lisa Ericson, “ Chariot “ Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. 3,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Featured The Hopper Prize is accepting entries for Spring 2024 artist grants. Deadline: 11:59 p.m.

Artist 70
article thumbnail

Spinning a yarn: how Icelandic artist Ýrúrarí turns textiles into stunning works of art

Creative Boom

Nærvera © Ýrúrarí aka Ýr Jóhannsdóttir We chat with the brilliant Icelandic artist about sustainability, textile techniques and handing out wool pizzas to the public. But Icelandic artist Ýr Jóhannsdóttir, aka Ýrúrarí , has been turning them into stunning works of art. I’ve been studying textiles since I was nine," she explains.

Art 478
article thumbnail

Cultural festivals for the soul: 2024 events that celebrate art, design, and creativity

Creative Boom

Whether at home or abroad, it'll allow you to travel somewhere new, immerse yourself in new ideas and fresh creativity, and recharge your imagination in the process. Singapore Art Week – Singapore, 19-28 January If you've never experienced the small but perfectly formed Asian city-state of Singapore, here's the perfect opportunity.

Art 417