Good day! How are things going?

Hello! The summer is long and hot. I can't wait till school starts again and to stop working with food.

How did you develop your interest in the figure as a form of artistic expression?

I suppose it's an interest I've always had. I enjoy how people show their emotions or try to hide them. I think the personalities of my friends really inspire me to see people in a different light. Actually, when I used to be a waiter, I was a people watcher. There was such an array of characters that would come in to eat; I suppose my interest in people relates to my interest in the figure.

What inspires your work?

The concept of religion really inspires me. I also like taking simple things and making them more beautiful and appealing. I have a thing for typography and I try to incorporate it into some pieces. As for history, I find that Art Nouveau inspires me design-wise and in their depiction of the human form.

How would you describe your style?

I think that my style is mainly figurative and full of emotion. I like to exaggerate body parts, particularly the neck, and depict some form of inner peace within my figures. I suppose my palette has become more vibrant, perhaps because I can't be bothered to mix my colours; on the other hand, I find that there's something thrilling about vibrant, bold colours. I also think that self portraits are one of the hardest things to master, so I like to do a lot of self portraits. Because of that, I guess that my figures resemble me.

What medium do you prefer to work in?

I love working traditionally, preferably in pencil, ink or watercolours. I find that usually I don't have the patience to sit in front of the computer to do digital work. I find that when you work traditionally, it's more of an organic, expressive experience, while digital media is more of a structured approach.

What do you consider your major influences to be?

When I started college I had never done any life drawing before and I found that drawing the nude figure really changed the way approached my work. My teacher, Stan Hughes taught me many different ways of seeing and depicting a figure and I've learned a lot of different techniques during my first year at Sheridan College. I also find that my boyfriend Jordan is a constant inspiration to my work.

What's in the future for you?

One day I hope to get a book published but for the time being, I want to focus on portraiture and caricature. I'd really like to be able to capture people's emotions and personalities based on a simple portrait.

Thanks for chatting with us!

For more of Taryn's work check out her Carbonmade portfolio: http://geetaryn.carbonmade.com/

Good day! How are things going?

Quite well. Thank you.

How has photography changed your life?

It influences my life. That’s for sure. First of all I would classified it as a sort of an escapism form in my case.

How did you get your start in design?

I’ve been interested in photography since I remember. Composing pictures has been my passion for 2 years.

What inspires your work?

Ordinary life pushes me straight into the photography. Sometimes I’m inspired by other photographers.

What types of projects do you most like working on?

Definitely landscapes with emphasis on trees. I like taking photographs in the neighborhood and in the distant places as well.

How would you describe your style?

There is a symbolic flavour with a note of onirism in it. Let’s call it "THE SYMPHONY of my SYM-ONI". I’m just joking. Can you see any style in my works?

What's in the future for you? Are you interested in any other mediums?

I’m really into photography so, no.

Would you say that photography brings out elements of mystery in what we see?

Absolutely. I’m keen on creating mysterious trails of sentiments. The dawns of autumn help a lot.

Is there any symbolism in your emphasis on trails?

The Trail is something special. It contains the elements of holidays, free time & adventure. In my projects the trail is a path which goes across the unsettled regions of my mind. The trail helps you to discover the flavours & beauty which are deep in us.

Thanks for chatting with us.

For more of Dawid's work check out his Carbonmade portfolio: http://dawidtarkowski.carbonmade.com/

Alright! How are you doing today?

I'm good thanks! It's grey and gloomy in England but my little studio is full of colour!

How did you get your start in design?

Since I was little, art was always my favourite subject. I studied Illustration at Loughborough University and since I graduated last year I've been going for it as a Freelance Illustrator! I had some sucess in competitions at University, and my very first proper commission was a double page spread design about depression in the big city, which was really interesting to work on.

What inspires your work?

Oh, so many things! Mythology and religion as subjects, and I also love science and reading about what makes the world go round. I guess I would say I'm interested in the things hidden beneath the surface. Artists that inspire me range from the Japanese master printmakers like Hokusai and Hiroshige; to European artists like Da Vinci, Herge and John Piper, who has amazing colours and lots of beautiful textures! Primitive sculpture, ancient pottery, modern comic/manga stuff like Hellboy and Flight, designer vinyl, Miyazaki, old japanese toy robots. So much stuff! I enjoy people that do thier own thing.

What types of projects do you most like working on?

I don't think I've ever had a project I hated, there's always something new to be discovered in every topic I think. Saying that, I especially enjoy projects that I can really sink my teeth into; where I can do lots of research and really get to the heart of the matter whilst finding out lots of interesting things.

How would you describe your style?

Hopefully as unique! I love to see my 'thumbprint' on the page, see the lines that I scribbled or the paint drops I smudged. I like my work to feel vibrant and have an atmosphere, thats what I am always trying to achieve.

You've really taken the time to tailor your portfolio; do you think it helps?

I'd like to think so. We spend lots of time on our artwork, why not try to make your portfolio as unique as your art? And it's fun to play around on Carbonmade to experiment with different ways of showcasing it. I want people to enjoy flicking about my portfolio, and be able to find everything they want to see really easily. If they can, then everyone's happy!

Thanks!

For more of Carly's work check out her Carbonmade portfolio: http://carlydraws.carbonmade.com/