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
Who are your favorite illustrators?
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