Mat Maitland's illustrations have been commissioned for some of the biggest music acts in the world.
As an artist for London-based creative consultancy Big Active, Mat Maitland has worked for many large-scale campaigns. His impressive portfolio includes work for artists such as Basement Jaxx, Goldfrapp, Simian and Beck and Michael Jackson. His unique aesthetic is supremely intersectional, encompassing art, photography, music and fashion in a single illustration.
Maitland's projects currently include cover art for a posthumous Michael Jackson release and a recent Prince single. Maitland consistently delivers greatness with his bizarre, one-of-a-kind compositions; in fact, I can't think of anyone better to bring the King of Pop back to life. He perfectly captures the surreptitious twinkle in Jackson's eye, almost making it seem as though the beloved musician never left us.
Surrealistic Pop King Illustrations
Mat Maitland's Illustrations Resurrect the King of Pop
Trend Themes
1. Cross-discipline Art - Opportunities to create unique aesthetic by combining different genres such as art, photography, music and fashion in an single illustration.
2. Celebrity Artwork - Increased commission opportunities for artists to create artwork for celebrities and their brands.
3. Posthumous Album Art - Opportunities to create artwork for posthumous album releases is a growing niche for artists.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - Record labels and music artists can collaborate with artists to create unique album artwork.
2. Visual Arts Industry - There is an opportunity for galleries and art institutions to showcase cross-discipline artwork and exhibit a new level of creativity.
3. Brand Industry - Brands can collaborate with artists to create unique campaigns and products with cross-discipline artwork that resonate with the target audience.