4 Artists Who Create Drawings
These artists create drawings in four different ways. Given their unique life experiences and artistic journeys, we’d expect nothing less! From edgy and bold to introspective and expressive, we’re taking a look at art from four artists who create hand illustrated masterpieces.
With tools ranging from graphite pencils to ink pens to charcoal and more, hand drawings require an intense precision and skill. Drawings have been around for 70,000 years; what started as simple geometric forms has evolved into an incredible range of subject matter today, and we see artists diving into incredible details in their creations. Whether it’s patterned faces or city views, these four artists create drawings in different ways.
From hyperrealistic portraits to tattooed icons, the work from these artists can bring dramatic intrigue or erotic minimalism to your space. From ballpoint pen illustrations to ink and pencil drawings, keep scrolling to find a new favorite artist.
1. Inked Ikons | Pop Culture Artist
Inspired by punk rock and pop culture, Ireland-based artist Inked Ikons’ ink art and pencil drawings feature famous faces reimagined. Depicting iconic musicians, popular movie characters, and other recognizable legends with intricately realistic details, he often places unexpected punk tattoos on their bodies. Whether it’s a skull chest tattoo or a fully inked sleeve, we love the hardcore spin he puts into his portraits.
From Audrey Hepburn with a full arm of tattoos to an inked Michael Scott as “Prison Mike”, we think his artwork can be a cool way to add edgy and bold energy to your space. Inked Ikons is known as a pioneer for the “punk edit movement” and has been featured in Tattoodo.
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2. Minjae Lee | Portrait Artist
Exuding beauty and a subdued sense of innocence, South Korean artist Minjae Lee’s marker and pencil drawings feature portraits of women. Incorporating patterns with bold colors on top of detailed black and white faces, each female subject radiates with strong moods and emotions. No matter if it’s symmetrical geometrics or lively splashes of rainbow hues, we’re pulled into individual personalities.
From a lady with blossoms blooming from her lips to a gal overlaid with beautiful textiles on her face, we think his artwork can be a wonderful way to create an intriguing and dramatic atmosphere.
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3. Giuseppe Cristiano | Portrait & City Artist
Imbuing each canvas with cinematic focus and drama, Italian artist Giuseppe Cristiano’s drawings feature everything from people to places and more. Honing in on seductive portraiture, brightly colored buildings, and city streets, his creations incorporate a mix of risqué aesthetic and simplicity. Ranging from boldly colored prints to black and white scenes, the contrast between each piece is eye-catching.
From a neon nights female portrait to a pink overhead view of Los Angeles, we think his artwork can be an interesting way to add erotic or minimalist vibes to your space.
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4. Ebuka Emmanuel | Limited Edition Artist
Aiming to explore black identity and pride, Ebuka Emmanuel’s Limited Edition ballpoint pen illustrations feature hyperreal portraits and elements of nature. Using a mostly blue color palette to imbue realistic details, he reveals a mix of children and famous faces through his Afro-realism work. Whether it’s drops of water streaming down someone’s face or the incredible texture of the subject’s hair, he blurs the lines between art and reality
From a father smiling down at his baby to a surreal eyeball in a forest, we think his artwork can be a fascinating way to create an introspective yet expressive atmosphere.
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