Richard Vermaak Turns Eroded Surfaces Into Whimsical Works of Art
Francis Tiangson — January 12, 2011 — Art & Design
References: skelewags & mymodernmet
Though most people have always been told not to draw on the walls, it's clear that artist Richard Vermaak didn't get that memo. Using eroded surfaces as his canvases, Vermaak draws 'Skelewags' -- quirky skull faced characters that interact with their surroundings -- in funny, playful situations.
Richard Vermaak pushes his creativity as he searches for new ways to interpret the different surfaces he comes across and construct unique situations for his 'Skelewags,' providing viewers with a few amazing works to look at.
Richard Vermaak pushes his creativity as he searches for new ways to interpret the different surfaces he comes across and construct unique situations for his 'Skelewags,' providing viewers with a few amazing works to look at.
Trend Themes
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3. Whimsical Character Illustrations - The trend of depicting quirky skull faced characters in playful situations offers opportunities for artists to bring humor and whimsy to their art.
Industry Implications
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