If you’re seeking instant inspiration, look no further than the world of contemporary illustration. Our search for today’s most unusual, eye-popping drawings has left us completely stunned.
From magazine, to fashion, to just-for-fun illustration, we found this niche to be as dark as it is beautiful. We noticed another trend, too; women in distress or positions of vulnerability seem to be a recurring element — apparently not much has changed since the golden era of comic books…
Here are the 17 artists who blew us away (and possibly disturbed us too):



By mcbess

By mcbess





By John Woo

By John Woo

By Laura Laine

By Laura Laine





By Simon Prades

By Simon Prades



By Yo Az

By Yo Az



By Goni Montez

By Goni Montez

By Victo Ngai

By Victo Ngai

By Sedat Girgin

By Sedat Girgin




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