This John Fellows illustration series stays true to the artist's signature contemporary folk style that beautifully weaves together layers of paper, graphic block prints and handwritten text to create artwork that looks vintage and has some soul to it.
John Fellows has been collecting all sort of tidbits like found paper, maps and books -- some that date to the 1880s -- to make unique collages that have such a cool feel to them. His illustrations are inspired by his personal experiences and travels from the Swiss and French Alps to sailing Baja and the Caribbean to rafting the Grand Canyon in his home state of Colorado.
So if you are looking for some rugged artwork with a lot of character -- his series features sailors and stormy seas and mountain men -- this is exactly what you'll get with Fellow's work.
Folksy Vintage Artwork
This John Fellows Illustration Series is Unique and Full of Character
Trend Themes
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