Artists We Heart Ed. 139: Meet 7 New iCanvas Creators
More art means it’s easier than ever to discover art you love! Whether you want to feel inspired, tell a story, or transform your space, connecting new artists with art appreciators like you is one of the best parts of welcoming more creators to iCanvas’ creative community.
From whimsical worlds to floral bouquets to patterned portraiture, meet 7 new artists who can help you add dreamlike imagination, tropical peace, and more kinds of energy to your space.
- Takahiro Hirabayashi
- Oluwafemi Akanmu
- Katia Bellini
- Maureen Claffy
- Yellow Rabbit Cottage
- CappO
- Concepcion Studios
Keep scrolling to get to know the newest artists we’re proud to partner with. You might just discover some new art that can move you, spark conversation, or help tie a room together.
Takahiro Hirabayashi
Based in Japan, Takahiro Hirabayashi creates paintings of females with flowers and in magical, natural settings. Often incorporating the beauty of nature in the paintings, they dive into stories and symbolism in every scene. From rainy rooms to flower fields in springtime to twinkling stars in the sky, we think their artwork can be a beautiful way to create an imaginative atmosphere with fairytale vibes.
Click here to see more of Takahiro Hirabayashi’s work on iCanvas.
Oluwafemi Akanmu
Nigeria-based artist Oluwafemi Akanmu creates acrylic paintings, mixed media art, and charcoal art of black portraiture with patterned backgrounds and deep expressions. Showcasing the ideology of day to day activities, the past, and his imagination, his passion for art from childhood and his experiences have impacted his subject matter. From self love to songs of freedom to moments of solace, we think his artwork can be an eclectic way to create an intimate and eye-catching atmosphere.
Click here to see more of Oluwafemi Akanmu’s work on iCanvas.
Katia Bellini
Katia Bellini creates paintings of trees, gardens, and other botanicals. Inspired by nature, plants, and gardens, she also fills her paintings with the influence of antique illustrations, old engravings, and 18th-century landscape murals. From lotus ponds to tree silhouettes to champagne and grapes, we think her artwork can be a wonderful way to create a tropical and peaceful atmosphere.
Click here to see more of Katia Bellini’s work on iCanvas.
Maureen Claffy
Based in Chicago, Maureen Claffy creates mixed media art, watercolors, colored pencil art, and acrylic paintings of abstract patterns, intricate symbols, and flower bouquets. Embracing the chaos of the world without trying to control it, she paints what she feels, sees and experiences while focusing on the love. From Celtic origins to dropped stitches to lake storms, we think her artwork can be a nice way to create a colorful and stimulating atmosphere.
Click here to see more of Maureen Claffy’s work on iCanvas.
Yellow Rabbit Cottage
Based in San Antonio, Texas, Yellow Rabbit Cottage creates drawings and digital art of whimsical worlds with people, animals, and other creatures. Inspired by fairytales, magic, and the things that go bump in the night, she reveals a subtle glow in every scene. From strawberry seas to star witches to retro glitches, we think her artwork can be a great way to create an imaginative and dreamlike atmosphere.
Click here to see more of Yellow Rabbit Cottage’s work on iCanvas.
New Limited Edition Artists
CappO
CappO creates Limited Edition digital art of reimagined movie and music posters. With colorful designs strongly contrasted against black backgrounds, they mix famous bands with popular films in creative pieces. From Jedi Priest to Grateful Dead x Jack Skellington to Iron Empire, we think their artwork can be a fun way to create a bold atmosphere for a variety of fandoms
Click here to see more of CappO’s work on iCanvas.
Concepcion Studios
Based in San Francisco, Concepcion Studios creates Limited Edition digital art of iconic movie and TV posters. Incorporating famous quotes and mostly black and white designs, he captures everything from nostalgic classics to fan favorite shows. From Sixteen Candles to It’s A Wonderful Life to Seinfeld, we think his artwork can be a great way to create a beloved, pop culture atmosphere. If his creations look familiar, you may have seen him work with clients such as Disney, Warner Brothers, and Paul McCartney,
Click here to see more of Concepcion Studios’s work on iCanvas.