Eric Nyquist, Illustrator, New York

Description

This striking pink and red illustration by New York-based illustrator Eric Nyquist depicts a massive, highly detailed gorilla head filling the upper portion of the frame. Below the gorilla, a small forest landscape unfolds complete with trees, a winding river, small bears, and birds interspersed throughout the foliage. The piece employs a vibrant monochrome color palette of pink and red tones with intricate line work creating the dense fur and natural textures. A badge in the lower left corner reads SI 65 JURY SELECTION. The composition establishes a powerful scale contrast between the giant primate and the tiny woodland elements below.

Style

Artistic, Vertical, Graphic, Organic

Techniques

Ink

Color

Background

Gradient

Context

Fine Art / Personal Project