Colwyn Thomas has created a series of illustrations that are based upon the life of a young boy. The South African artist begins each piece by pencil. He then adds layers of color and texture via Photoshop and even coffee stains, providing them with a great sense of depth.
Nature is as essential to Thomas' portfolio as is youth. His images depict large whales, tigers and birds, all of which interact with children in an endearing manner. These moments provide a look into a surreal childhood that is full of magic and exploration. This is consistent with his mandate, "The Whale is not so much a whale and a little human making separate observations of one another, but two…creatures sharing a moment."
Imaginative Childhood Illustrations
Colwyn Thomas Depicts Surreal Images of Children Through Art
Trend Themes
1. Surreal Childhood Imagery - Exploration of surreal childhood experiences through imaginative illustrations presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in children's entertainment and storytelling.
2. Nature Interactions with Children - Depicting interactions between children and animals in illustrations opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in wildlife education and conservation.
3. Mixed Media Art Techniques - Combining traditional pencil sketches with digital manipulation and unconventional materials like coffee stains in artwork offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Entertainment and Storytelling - Innovative illustrations of surreal childhood experiences can disrupt traditional children's entertainment and storytelling, offering new ways for engaging and educating young audiences.
2. Wildlife Education and Conservation - Illustrations depicting nature interactions with children can disrupt the wildlife education and conservation industry by providing unique and immersive educational experiences for children.
3. Art and Design - Exploration of mixed media art techniques in illustrations opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms and mediums.