Neil Quisaba

Neil Quisaba, 'Computer Arts Magazine' Summer 2009. 'Inspiration Workshop.' Page 76.

In this magazine, Neil Quisaba talks about his influences. The two artists that are discussed are Lisa Evans and Camillero Rose Garcia.
Upon research into these artists i found that their styles are very different from one another, and also gives a wider span of different examples to look at. To see that the artist has drawn inspiration from different fields, makes it more of an insightful discovery into their world of interests, and how they generate their ideas.

It is clear that Quisaba has taken on board ideas from certain aspects of these two artists work. There is definitely a strong relation to the work of Camille Rose Garcia. The use of vibrant colour and surreal shapes can come into connection with the style he has adopted in his 'Kill for love' design.








Example of Neil Quisaba's work. Titled 'Kill for love.' 2009
Computer Arts Magazine, Summer 2009. P. 76.












In 'Kill for love' there is a very chaotic theme, which creates tension, suspense, and particularly some noisy expressions. Very much like Camille Rose Garcia's work. Its colorful and style of layout make strong connections with Quisaba's work.




Example of Camille Rose Gracia's work. Titled "Who's Afraid Of The Peppermint Man."
www.camillerose.com/waotpm





The second artist Quisaba discusses is Lisa Evans. I found this interesting because here style can contradict his style in many ways. In this particular picture 'The snow princess' the image appears soft and minimal, expressing a certain calmness and soothing mood. The colors also play an important part in this, as they are dull and provide a smooth texture.










Example of Lisa Evans work.
Titled 'The Snow Princess.'www.firefluff.blogspot.com

So in theory, Quisaba is drawing influences from Lisa Evans work, on the level of concept, and the medium of storytelling in a scene. Not especially connecting with the style of the illustration, like he is with Camille Rose Garcia's work. Which is very insightful, in the way of understanding how the concept of the scene is just as important as the quality of the scene. Drawing influence on a wide spectrum is healthy for the outcome of the work.