Non-digital collages – The CreativeMindClass Blog

"I am a resident and worker at Bristol UK and studied Illustration at Brighton UK. I've been working as an illustrator and artist since 2013, with my work slowly changing over the years , from vibrant and vibrant character illustrations towards more abstract and process intense work. I tend to make work using a combination of drawing, collage, a mix of the two, as well as occasionally, 3D. I also self-publish lots of zines as well as often comics."

How would you describe the style of your collage?

"Primarily non-digital" (though that's a personal preference and both ways of working are as valid as each other) with lots of textures on paper. I used to works using lots of bright colors, but I've been working to become more mindful and calm with my colors in recent times. I have a strong emphasis on composition and shapes too. Most of my work is quite playful, as I consider my collages and drawings I make as a form of playing, or an act of enjoyment."

What is the key to making your collages?

"It's hard to pick the one key to my method of creating illustrations as well as other art. A sense of fun playing, enjoyment, and joy is crucial to the way I make work, so I always try to figure out a method of injecting that into whatever I'm creating. It is my mantra to always say 'if I'm not having fun doing this specific piece, I shouldn't make it, and I should find another approach'. More often than not with Illustration projects, I've found that to get the best result, simplifying everything is a huge help. Sometimes I get lost with details or specific ideas or points then have to take a step back to simplify things back to its essence. It's a common practice to apply this as much to the content as it could in the way of format."

"I created a work in support of a very worthwhile project that was recently launched here in the UK known as Communitea. 55 artists , including me, were asked to create a piece of work that reflected the connection we have with Chinese cultural heritage. It can now be purchased as a print from Roomfifty with all profits going towards helping keep the London Chinese Community centre from closing and fight the rise of anti-Asian hate."

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