Kathryn Heaney

DESCRIPTION //

I create detailed illustrations of iconic buildings and landscapes in the Perth and Fremantle regions. This piece is a bold and bright depiction of the well-known Fremantle cranes overlooking Port Beach in North Fremantle.

DESIGN PROCESS //

Before commencing a new print design, I take photos of the landmarks to use as a reference point and base for the design. This allows me to accurately capture the detail in the scene. Each brick, tile and line is individually and carefully placed. I like to use bold colours to enhance the vibrancy of the location, to capture a mood or personality, and to highlight the detail in the design. Countless hours and levels of detail are put into my illustrations, which is evident in the final product.

How would you describe your style?

My style is very colourful, bold and graphic, with occasional retro influences.

What are your influences?

I am inspired by contemporary Australian artist, Jeffrey Smart, for his depiction of urban landscapes. I like how Smart used strong geometric shapes and bold colours in industrial scenes to create contrast and interest within the piece. I greatly enjoy the Pop Art movement for the inclusion of imagery from popular and mass culture, and hold high respect for Pop Artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein for their bold and graphic approach to their subjects. I also love any sort of vintage illustration for it’s simplistic approach, the use of quirky typography, pattern, colour and shape.

If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why?

I love the ocean, so it would be amazing to be a dolphin. They are highly intelligent and cheeky creatures, with the freedom to go anywhere.

If you could only choose one song to play every time you walked into a room for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

I grew up listening to 50’s and 60’s Rock n Roll, so it would have to be “Tequila” by The Champs. The instrumental is so fun and bouncy and it makes me think of warm, tropical summers sipping cocktails.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER | PERTH, WA

AGE | 26

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TOOLS | Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canon 500D