Kathryn Macnaughton Makes Surreal Pretty Pictures
Meghan Young — November 19, 2010 — Art & Design
References: kathrynmacnaughton & lifelounge
A borderline mixed-media artist, Kathryn Macnaughton creates odd illustrations that boggle the mind. I mean, a unicorn sandwich? Only the most imaginatively disturbed would think of a concept like that.
Based in Toronto, Kathryn Macnaughton recently graduated from the Ontario College of Art and Design. Although at first glance her work might seem a bit random, she does create meticulous illustrations that carry important messages.
Based in Toronto, Kathryn Macnaughton recently graduated from the Ontario College of Art and Design. Although at first glance her work might seem a bit random, she does create meticulous illustrations that carry important messages.
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