I was trained as a graphic designer right during The Transition. I had to make countless exercises by hand, with traditional instruments, with ancient techniques, with state-of-the-art technology available at that time, which was not yet digital. My frustration at not achieving perfection was equally state-of-the-art. I had to design posters using transferable type.Continue reading “Getting abstract, talking nonsense”
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Series: London Dreams
The first time I had the privilege of traveling abroad was to the land of my dreams: London. I come from a developing country and the chances to do that are rather scarce for most people, so I consider myself very lucky. Then was when I did realize life is about experiences and not collectingContinue reading “Series: London Dreams”
Series: Three Different Birds
These feathered friends were drawn in 2013. I was intrigued by dictionary art, where people print all sorts of images on old dictionary pages. We of course have our share of old books and encyclopedias. I remember I used to read our 8-volumes encyclopedia for whatever I could find, especially chemistry and technical concepts.Continue reading “Series: Three Different Birds”
Lenina Villela 