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Then, there’s James Gilleard. He is a beast when it comes to
creating gorgeous landscapes just by using simple shapes, blurs
and overlays. You also have to see how he controls light which
is pretty amazing.
Your posters seem to me like personal reflections on
life in general based from its captions. Are there any
particular themes or motifs that you often utilize for
your artworks?
I don't really have motif per se but I try to inject as much
emotion into my posters as I possibly can. That is why most
of my posters are desaturated and I make use of a lot of pastel
tones. I like the idea of remembering the good old times;
Nostalgia is a theme I often come back to. Emotion is also
a great source of energy when it comes to art in general.
Throughout the series, there were days I would feel tired,
drained and would hit a “wall” but as long you have a source
of energy or inspiration that you can cling on to, then the
journey is going to be less of a sprint but more of a jog.
What quality would you say attracted people to your work?
Maybe it’s the cheesy captions about love and life that
comes with every poster. Kidding aside, I honestly don't
know. I always try to convey emotions with my posters
which is always open to viewer interpretation, and this
may be one of the reasons why the series resonated with
them. Abstract art is always up for its viewer’s to decode
but underneath the lack of form, or rhyme or reason, lies
the emotion and intent of the artist. That emotion will
find a way to transcend the piece and touch the viewer,
whether that may be emotionally or design-wise.
Day 253
“I really urge designers
to pursue personal
projects whether it
be digital or physical,
since it really helps in
finding one’s artistic
voice or style.”
What would you say is the value of starting personal
projects?
You really get a sense of value and appreciation for
your art. I really urge designers to pursue personal projects
whether it be digital or physical, since it really helps in
finding one’s artistic voice or style, helping you grow as
an artist. When I started doing this series, I was mostly
inspired by other people's creations and went about trying
to see if I could replicate their gorgeous work. But as the
series progressed, I started to see their work as “their art” and
not as my “own art”. I found my own voice with abstract
illustrations, a style which I really liked and something that
I want to continue as much I can. Starting personal projects
also helps you form your portfolio if you lack one, as well as
build a following to which you can promote new work to a
larger audience, who can act as both viewer and critic.
Keep up with Edwin's experimental forays into
graphic design on Instagram @edwincarlcapalla.
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