I wanted to create a portrait that introduced me as down-to-earth and sure of myself. I aimed to achieve this through the fauna and the angle of my chin. The earthy colours keep it grounded while the fiery hair and eyes depict determination and confidence.
I am an artist living in Melbourne, Australia. I mainly do illustrations and commission works, as well as painting murals for clients. However, I would love to transfer my own works onto big scale walls! I know the process through my experience thus far, so am just needing to find the space.
My work took a major turn during the COVID-19 lockdown, where I decided to commit to a 30-day challenge. This involved creating an artwork a day, whilst working full time as a graphic designer. Surprisingly enough, I committed to it and continued it even after the challenge was complete. During the 30 days, my work developed a great deal, from hand-generated illustrations to digitally generated works. From superficial concepts to ones of depth and meaning.
During this period, my beliefs and views about the universe took a great turn as well. I was exploring Buddhism, meditation, and the concepts of dream state and consciousness, and I love that my newfound knowledge filtered through into my artworks as well. From lacking so much confidence in my works to being so deeply proud of how they communicate my belief system and views on the world and its mysteries.
More artwork by ONIRIKO
Kew Junktion Hotel - Monique Ryan Political Campaign
Album Cover Art - Dumb Son
Oh so ZESTY
Solo Exhibition Collateral
Zodiac Series - Pisces
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