Rod Vass’ Character Studies

Phoshor's Rod Vass may have had an unusual career, but the skills he's picked up along the way mean he's your man for illustrating diverse and engaging character artwork.

Having worked as an archeological artist at Newcastle University before moving to London to pursue a career in art, Rod exhibited and sold paintings, created album sleeve art, posters, t-shirts, and designed for videos and photography for a variety of music business clients before establishing himself as an illustrator specialising in advertising, publishing and products. He also created small and large scale sculptures for holograms (including a life size Michelin Man) and designs for retail display, as well as co-creating costumes and armour for BBC for shows including Doctor Who and Blackadder.

Working with Maria Keane, Rod has created illustrations and concepts for many licensed characters including Warner Bros, Disney, Marvel and DC as well as working in design and construction for film and TV.

Oh and he's also a dab hand at nature illustration too - check out his portfolio at phosphorart.com

Want to hire Rod to bring some personality to your next project? Just get in touch with Trina at Phosphor!

Pastiche For Greater Anglia

Phosphor's Pastiche has been working on an exciting project for Greater Anglia trains, creating a festive illustration for 96-sheet, 48-sheet and 6-sheet posters.

The posters, which feature Somerset House's ice rink, Greater Anglia's red hare mascot and the caption 'Explore London & plug into the festive feeling' will be on display around Greater Anglia and doing the rounds on social media to encourage travel into the capital this festive season.

Even with multiple personalities, Phosphor's Pastiche artist was finding it hard to keep up with demand, so they now have a whole team of talented Pastiche illustrators taking commissions for your every need. Each is a specialist in their own field but they also work well as a team on joint projects.

So, you want Rembrandt’s ‘Christ on the Sea of Galilee’… By Thursday… Instead of Christ you want Meerkats… Mmm… Tricky one… What time on Thursday? Simples!

“I want a giant panda, called Vinnie… He’s riding a thoroughbred horse… In the style of George Stubbs… With background… Is Monday okay?” Sure!

“Any chance of a Leonardo by Tuesday?” – Just get in touch with Trina at Phosphor!

View more Pastiche artwork at phosphorart.com

Boat International Say Goodbye to Eddie Jordan

Phosphor's Dave Hopkins brought Eddie Jordan's Lippy from the Liffey column in Boat International to life with his signature pen and ink style for 12 years. When Eddie Jordan passed away this spring, Boat International got in touch with Phosphor for one last illustration. Sadly, Dave Hopkins has also now passed away but Jon Rogers, Phosphor's Pastiche illustrator, stepped up to the plate, and illustrated a final farewell to Eddie.

Read Eddie Jordan's obituary here.

Find more pastiche illustrations at phosphorart.com and contact Trina at Phosphor if you'd like to discuss commissioning Jon Rogers for your next project.

Sipsmith Ads by Pastiche

Phosphor's Jon Rogers has been working with Sipsmith on their new advertising campaign, under the Pastiche moniker.

The illustrations were for ads (to be used in print, point of sale and online) to launch Sipsmith's Origin 1639 Gin, a limited edition gin that redefines the origins of this quintessentially English spirit. The gin is rooted in a recipe from 1639, which proves that gin originated in England, not Holland as widely believed.

Sipsmith's team were looking for a piece painted in the style of an Old Master with period references, such as the clothing and the way the scene is presented, but with modern touches like the watch, earpods and mobile phone. Jon is a master of his craft and pulled off the brief exceptionally.

Even with multiple personalities, Phosphor's Pastiche artist was finding it hard to keep up with demand, so they now have a whole team of talented Pastiche illustrators taking commissions for your every need.

Each is a specialist in their own field but they also work well as a team on joint projects.So, you want Rembrandt’s ‘Christ on the Sea of Galilee’… By Thursday… Instead of Christ you want Meerkats… Mmm… Tricky one… What time on Thursday? Simples!“I want a giant panda, called Vinnie… He’s riding a thoroughbred horse… In the style of George Stubbs… With background… Is Monday okay?” Sure!“Any chance of a Leonardo by Tuesday?” – Just get in touch!

See more Pastiche artwork at phosphorart.com

Cadbury – 200th Birthday – Vince McIndoe.

Vince McIndoe was commissioned along with several other artists to create key art to celebrate Cadbury’s 200^th birthday. Vince’s image will be used on 6-sheet posters and social campaigns throughout 2024.

More of Vince’s work can be view here - https://www.debutart.com/artist/vince-pastiche

Mandy Millie Flockton’s Pastiche Artworks

Phosphor's Mandy Millie Flockton is a woman of many talents... not only does she create stunning illustrations for children's books, detailed equine paintings and handbound books, she's also a skilled pastiche artist. Recently, Mandy has created a stunning artwork of Prince Harry in the style of Van Gogh, plus a da Vinci style portrait featuring a very large rabbit.

Pastiche for IKEA Canada

Phosphor's Pastiche artist worked on a holiday campaign for IKEA Canada last year. He was tasked with creating four Rockwell style illustrations featuring modern homes.

The illustrations were used for posters and online.

See what else Phosphor's Pastiche artists can do....

Pastiche’s Speedy Oils for Autotrader

Dave Hopkins Illustrates The Royal Art of Poison Cover

Pastiche Paints the Past to Preserve the Future

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