The inspiration behind "Colourful Portraits" stems from Muxxi's desire to portray her memories and how she perceives herself within them. The artist's love for nature, geometry, and various collected objects is evident in her work. Her characters, developed with organic shapes and a wide range of colours, exude a sense of fun and playfulness. Muxxi believes in the importance of spontaneity and play while creating, viewing it as the purest form of self-expression.
"Colourful Portraits" stands out due to its unique blend of playfulness and quirkiness. The series reflects Muxxi's love for character design and her ability to transform her memories into vibrant, imaginative characters. Each portrait represents a different mood, creating its own world and alternate reality. They serve as pure reflections of the emotions dwelling within the artist.
The creation of "Colourful Portraits" involved several sketches before the base illustration was made in Adobe Illustrator. The final composition was completed on Adobe Photoshop. The technical specifications of the design are 20 x 30 inches, 300 dpi, RGB. The project began in September 2014 and was completed in October 2014 in Guatemala City.
This series of colourful pop-surrealistic portraits has garnered significant recognition. It was awarded the Golden A' Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design Award in 2016. This prestigious award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that reflect the designer's prodigy and wisdom. They are venerated products and bright ideas that advance art, science, design, and technology, embodying extraordinary excellence and significantly impacting the world with their desirable characteristics.
As a testament to Muxxi's creativity and talent, "Colourful Portraits" serves as a vibrant reflection of her memories and emotions. It is a celebration of the artist's unique vision and her ability to transform personal experiences into captivating visual narratives.
Project Designers: Norma de Leon
Image Credits: Muxxi
Illustrator & Character Designer
Magical Portraits, 2014.
Project Team Members: Norma de Leon
Project Name: Portraits
Project Client: Norma de Leon