This was done also as an assignment for my Art II class, so if this seems out of the blue for those who read my blog on the regular, this would be why. Nonetheless, hope you all enjoy me sharing this!

Historical artist: Vincent Van Gogh

He comes to the top of my head for a few good reasons: appreciation of his works by the public after his death alongside his struggles with severe depression & poverty. I think this self portrait really encapsulates the feelings he went through (especially considering this was made 3 years prior to his suicide), showing that more lies within, which I feel is just as relevant as time itself. Even though this is usually the first result when searching on the web for Vincent van Gogh, it still hits me in a sort of way I can’t put my hand on, knowing his background makes this even more so the case, incredibly gripping. So, for me, I’d have to pick Vincent van Gogh as one of my favorite historical artists due to his story and talents that would be recognized soon after his unfortunate suicide, it’s one I think many could somewhat relate to and feel touched by.

Contemporary artist: Milton Knight

Honestly he should be considered a lowkey legend, his portfolio has such a great range, from children’s cartoons to more mature animations and sketches, also he shows himself to be unafraid to go outside boundaries. For example, sketching out Robotnik of AOSTH (Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog) and calling him “animation’s sexiest fat man” would honestly be one of those outside boundaries.

His style just feels so unique to me and grips me into his illustrative world, honestly he deserves so much praise for all the work he’s done for past decades. I remember seeing his work on a DVD bonus feature and being compelled on how he sketched out Sonic and Tails, it was so cool seeing it in his style.