Timer Expired: Blake Suarez
In the creative hub of Charleston, South Carolina, a young talent is making waves in the world of design and illustration. While online searches do not yet yield much information about Blake Suarez, a closer look at his work reveals a promising future.
Blake Suarez can be found on Dribbble, Twitter, and at his personal website, blakesuarez.com. His work has caught the attention of Owen Davey, a well-respected illustrator, who admires his designs and illustrations.
Currently, Blake is busy finishing up projects for a conference in Charleston and working on packaging designs for local producers such as salt harvesters, a grain miller, and a sauce company. One of his most notable projects is a complete re-haul of a client's packaging and branding, which resulted in a favourite illustration of his own.
Born near the Florida Everglades, Blake's inspiration seems to be rooted in nature and the vibrant colours of his surroundings. His tools of trade include the Intuos pro (medium size), Adobe suite, particularly Illustrator, and a borrowed iMac.
Blake's illustrative skills are on full display in his upcoming picture book, 'Mad About Monkeys', which is now available for pre-order. The book features detailed and colourful illustrations that are sure to captivate readers of all ages.
For more insights into Blake's work and creative process, you can find a series of interviews on the Courtside blog. Blake has been freelancing for about four years and previously worked at Fuzzco in Charleston. He studied graphic design at the University of Florida.
If you have any suggestions or would like to learn more about Blake Suarez, feel free to reach out to Courtside. As Blake continues to make his mark in the design and illustration world, we can expect to see much more of his captivating work in the future.
Blake Suarez's work spans across various domains, including lifestyle, home-and-garden, and technology, as showcased in his illustrations for local producers and his upcoming picture book, 'Mad About Monkeys'. His artistic creations also touch upon artificial intelligence, a potential future aspect evident in the vibrant colors and intricate details of his illustrations.
