ISSUE: 143 Creating miniature worlds allows Ruchika Nambiar to continue to play childlike games of make-believe What inspires you? RN: I find myself most inspired by complexity and nuance in storytelling. Whether it’s an episode of BoJack Horseman or a graphic novel by Chris Ware or a short story like Good Old Neon by David…
ISSUE: 141 Though lacking in formal art training, SAMji has been able to craft an interesting career as an illustrator How do you deal with a creative block? SAMji : Creative blocks happen to everyone and you need to rest your mind when it needs it. You can’t get rid of creative blocks only through…
ISSUE: 142 An independent graphic designer, Khyati Trehan calls herself a visual detective. She seeks inspiration from the context of the work at hand, which can range from type design to building AR experiences to publication design, or even creating visuals for the Oscars! How do you make the intangible tangible through your designs? KT:…
ISSUE: 133 Multidisciplinary designer and artist, Latika Nehra spent over ten a honing her skills at a computer before she discovered the freedom of sinking her fingers into clay How did your journey in design begin? LN: Completely by chance. I was in my final year at Mayo, Ajmer and some friends were circulating application…
ISSUE: 133 As Managing Partner and Co-founder of Menstrupedia, Tuhin Paul has been at the forefront of spreading awareness about menstruation in India. The Menstruation Comic he co-authored has been remarkably successful in throwing light on a topic that is often considered taboo, helping to empower millions of girls in the process. His latest effort,…
ISSUE: 137 Inspired by his early fascination for comics, illustrator and animator Viplov Singh tries to use their secret language to communicate with his audience How has your formal education in design fueled your career as an illustrator? VS: When intended, illustration can be a complex visual form that can overwhelm your senses with beauty,…
ISSUE: 136 Multidisciplinary artist and designer, Deepraj Dutta uses his creative talents to give shape to his imagination What first drew you to the visual arts? DD: Instinct! As a child, I naturally resorted to my drawing book and pencil to express my joy, fear, emotions, and experiences. My dad is one of the most…
ISSUE: 139 Rohan Dahotre’s striking illustrations are helping to spread awareness of the rich and diverse fauna of our country What launched your passion for wildlife? RD: I started drawing wildlife around seven years back. All species have different forms and features and I wanted to draw them and subconsciously study and understand them. I…
ISSUE: 132 From being the sole illustrator at a small agency to becoming a partner in one that allows him the freedom to express, Nipen Bhuyan’s focus has always been on learning What does creativity mean to you? NB: Creativity is a form of self-expression of course. It can be extremely satisfying if, through our…
ISSUE: 130 A first-generation Indian American, Badal Patel believes her cultural influences add meaning and purpose to her work as a designer and creative director How has your cultural background shaped the way you design? BP: Design is about problem-solving and having different perspectives is always great when thinking of a solution. My hyphenated background…
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