“The thread that binds my art to the grand tap- estry of human history is as delicate and endur- ing as silk itself. Each glistening strand, spun by the tireless silkworms, becomes the foundation upon which I celebrate the intricate beauty of the insect kingdom. It’s a remarkable convergence, this marriage of artistic expression with the very creatures that birthed this extraordinary mate- rial. From the dawn of human creativity, artists have sought inspiration in the natural world, and here, I find myself echoing that timeless pursuit. It’s a humbling realization, a testament to the profound artistry woven into the very fabric of our existence.” - Shoosty 2024
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Shoosty Landscapes , Using a technique I call vector painting, I start by working on location with Derwent Inktense Watercolor Pencils . Then I paint right over them with a flat guache. I Airdrop that into the iPad Pro , allowing my vectors to perfect the shapes and colors. I may print these or build a canvas based on the results. Shoosty Bugs V2 . Finding a subject that is so easily loved is rare. As annoying as bugs can be, they are crucial to life on this planet. Shoosty Bugs are so inventive, they seem to crawl and fly everywhere and are easily scalable. I can create endless types of patterns, all by hand, using my techniques. The results are perfect for clothing, accessories, all kinds of products, books, and more. At scale they are remarkable.
Most artists are told to find their own style; it was drilled into my head, “You need a single style.” This is wrong-headed and limiting. In this modern world, where we have access to the Internet unlike anything our forefathers had, we can learn far more than any single style. Shoosty Styles: The Art of Music , Pen and ink, live sketches of bands while they are playing, using a frenetic drawing technique, I start drawing when the music starts and stop when they stop, working as fast as I can. I never know what I will end up with. It is a form of speed drawing.
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