Eadweard Muybridge

I think this sequence of photographs beautifully demonstrates the way horses move. They have scientific importance and are also an early form of animation. Although a simple, unfussy composition it is fascinating to see the different shapes and movements of the horse’s legs.

Image: http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fichier:Muybridge_horse_gallop.jpg

Rohan Eason

I think the detail in this illustration is amazing, the contrast of the black and white shows the intricacy of the drawing, highlighting the interweaving branches which spray out at the edges. The use of lines on the the trunk resembling contours effectively gives the tree tone and shape. 

Image: http://www.illustrationweb.com/artists/RohanEason/view

Linzie Hunter

 

I like the handwritten, free style of Linzie Hunter’s typography. The way she experiments with the mixture of capitals and small case, different thickness of lines and the blocking in of words along with the bold, bright colours, makes eye-catching images. 

Image: http://linziehunter.co.uk/

Laura Barrett

These illustrations taken from her book ‘The Sleeping City’, are amazingly detailed. I love the black and white silhouette style of her work and the way the text is incorporated into the illustrations. I think it is really clever how the images show the flow and development of the narrative on one page, the pockets of white move your eyes around the page as the story is literally unfolding before you.

Image: http://www.laurabarrett.co.uk/home.html

Imogen Cunningham

Without the lace I still think this image would be a striking portrait, however the lace adds extra depth. I think her eyes are very piercing and draws you in behind the curtain. I like the period and era this refers to: the costume, the make up and the black and white exudes a sense of glamour. 

Image: http://iladyoracle.blogspot.com/2011_06_01_archive.html

Joseph Cornell

I really like Joseph Cornell’s boxes and have researched them for previous projects. I like the detailed illustration of the house and think that it is very suitable for the work’s title ‘Setting for a Fairy Tale’. The combination of the the 2D drawing with the real twigs behind makes this little world in a box have tangible reality. 

Image: http://www.guggenheim.org/new-york/collections/collection-online/show-full/piece/?search=Setting%20for%20a%20Fairy%20Tale&page=&f=Title&object=76.2553.125

Kay Nielsen

This illustration appeals to me because of the extravagant costumes worn by the characters. I am interested in historical costume and fashion and like the 18th century dresses and hairstyles. The detail and colours are fun and vibrant. His style creates a magical image of an imagined world, the trees dripping with silvery leaves over the twelve graceful princesses below.

Image: http://www.flickr.com/photos/picture-perfect-designs-jewelry/5039184699/

Manège à la Foire du Trone

I bought this postcard in Paris. I liked the black and white image and the way the movement is captured. 

Embroidery

I enjoy sewing and would like to incorporate this more in my work. I like the texture added to the image with the embroidery and other materials. It is amazing that a piece like this has remained in such good condition since 1621, even with the colours in the astrologer’s cloak and lady’s dress. The detail included by the artist makes an interesting and captivating piece. 

Image and Caption: http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/hommedia.ashx?id=11795&size=Large

‘Embroidered on to cloth, an astrologer is shown contacting the spirit world to make a prediction. It is thought that the illustration shows an astrologer predicting the birth of a child in front of Charles I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland (1625-1649) and his queen, Henrietta Maria (1609–69). Another interpretation is that the astrologer is predicting Charles I’s beheading. Although the label mentions the year 1621, many features do not match this period. This embroidery may be a political joke about the Protestant King Charles I being unduly influenced by his Catholic queen, Henrietta Maria. This embroidery may be a political joke about the Protestant King Charles I being unduly influenced by his Catholic queen, Henrietta Maria.’

Alice Melvin

I like the style of Alice Melvin’s illustrations. Her images are made up of detailed repeating patterns and bold block colours which makes them appealing. I love the idea of the animal menagerie and her images make quirky 3D pieces.

Image:  http://jessica-graham.blogspot.com/2011/09/alice-melvin.html