Update: 29 September 2023
Hi there, welcome to my portfolio!
I am Marvin, an illustrator specialised in vector artworks for about 15 years and I got lots to show you!
Interested in working together? Connect me at any time for inquiries and day rates at hello@marvinbruin.com.
Enjoy your stay!
Marvin.
Noir #12 – ‘Alma’ – Con Alma by Dizzy Gillespie
Title: Alma
Size: 61x91cm
Material: Hahnemuhler museum rag. 300gsm. Epsom ultrachrome ink.
- One of a kind print.
- All project files are deleted.
- Comes with frame and non-reflective art glass UV-filter 70%.
NOIR #11 – ‘Diana’ by Wayne Shorter
Title: Diana
Size: 61x91cm
Material: Hahnemuhler museum rag. 300gsm. Epsom ultrachrome ink.
- One of a kind print.
- All project files are deleted.
- Comes with frame and non-reflective art glass UV-filter 70%
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NOIR #10 – ‘Alice’ – Big Alice by Charles Mingus & Don Pullen
Title: Alice
Size: 61x91cm
Material: Hahnemuhler museum rag. 300gsm. Epsom ultrachrome ink.
- One of a kind print.
- All project files are deleted.
- Comes with frame and non-reflective art glass UV-filter 70%
Kendrick Lamar – ‘Swimmingpools’
Private Commission
Title: Swimmingpools
Size: 61x91cm
Material: Hahnemuhler museum rag. 300gsm. Epsom ultrachrome ink.
- One of a kind print.
- All project files are deleted.
Metro010 Spread – ‘2050: City As Playground’
Client: Ken Je Stad Maak Je Stad
Author: Abdelkader Benali
Publisher: Nai010
Initiative: Ellen Schindler
Proud to present a cool project I’ve been part of! METRO010 is the first graphic novel made by Rotterdammers for the Rotterdam youth and I made this pink explosion of Rotterdam-South in 2050.
Ninethousand 1st graders will receive this book as they start their new chapter in life.… Read the rest
Sportcampus Rotterdam
Client: Dura Vermeer
Illustration for ‘Sportcampus Rotterdam’ initiated by construction company Dura Vermeer. Sportcampus Rotterdsam is an innovative sport park-like neighbourhood in South-Rotterdam, near the Feyenoord stadion.
Warung Mini Shrimp Bara
Client: Warung Mini Kijkduin
Second of a three piece serie for Warung Mini is a rich shrimp filled Bara!
Warung Mini is a known as one of the most legendary staple foods of Rotterdam. Now they opened shop on the beach of Kijkduin as well!
Killing Skills ft. Dimoh – Crazy Life
Cover Design
Album: Crazy Life
Artist: Killing Skills & Dimoh
Client: Killing Skills
Unity
These are my writings to understand more about being. I also understand that I’m absolutely ignorant, so don’t take these words of thought as Truth.
All of us have the exact same essence, but personal experiences plus programming by our parents, caretakers, and their whole line of ancestry, create ‘identity’.
Identity has a hierarchical layered structure which ranking is fluid.… Read the rest
Old Future Folk #5
I’m often fascinated how tribalism works these days.
We see people stand strong by their ideologies, choosing sides, convinced by their truths. We see some of us being against all form of stereotypes and categories, therefor they create all new stereotypes and categories, convinced that everybody needs to be accepted, except the people that won’t accept.… Read the rest
Old Future Folk #2
In continuation on my fictional old future folk series 👵🏽👴🏽;
I was wondering, as technology gets smaller and smaller, how do we treat gadgets in a few decades? Will we really want them to become invisible as we implement them on and in our bodies, in the form of apps and augmented reality thru lenses or brain wave receptors?… Read the rest
Old Future Folk #1
I’ve been orking on some portraits of fictional old future people 👴🏽👵🏽. Growing old fascinates me, especially within our ‘age’ where current 30-year olds might turn 150 or older due to genetic technologies like CRISPR and our western underappreciation of death.
Not trying to sound macabre or as a creepy old Ed Gein skull collecting dude, but I mean there is a certain beauty in aging and the inevitability of dying right?… Read the rest
Animation Mahmut Orhan ft. Irina Rimes – Schhh / Schweppes
Clients: Young Gunz Muzic / Schweppes Turkey .
Production: Mike Elderenbosch / Young Gunz Muzic.
Animation/Co-Direction: John Beckers.
(Art)Direction, illustration and visual storyline: Marvin Bruin.
We developed this videoclip for Turkish producer Mahmut Orhan and softdrink company Schweppes Turkey.
The commission came from the guys at Young Gunz Muzic who made all of this happen, and in the end I’m super happy they did!… Read the rest
Killing Skills – YouTube Player
Client: Killing Skills.
Been workin’ with the insanely dope musicians from @killingskills to develop their new YouTube template!
We constructed a huge portal to the KS-Universe where they bless us with their majestic responsive lightning strikes ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️.
This was so much fun to do and excited to share with y’all, enjoy!… Read the rest
Welcome to Sam City!
Client: Sam Zipursky.
My homie @samzipursky gave me one hell of a birthday gift this year, to return the favor, I’m making him a custom 120x150cm piece for his new loft in Vancouver!
I was happy to hear my homie @samzipursky is loving the piece and is working towards getting it printed!… Read the rest
1/3 Thought
1/3 Thought.
This is the first part of my manifestation triptych experimental piece: Thought / Word / Deed. Some say that to manifest a desired outcome we start with the Thought, follow with the Word and end with the Deed. Some say we can already experience a desired outcome by proceeding in the reversed order.… Read the rest
2/3 Word
2/3 Word.
Second part of my manifestation triptych experimental piece. Thought / Word / Deed. Some say that to manifest a desired outcome we start with the Thought, follow with the Word and end with the Deed. Some say we can already experience a desired outcome by proceeding in the reversed order.… Read the rest
3/3 Deed
3/3 Deed.
Third part of my manifestation triptych experimental piece. Thought / Word / Deed. Some say that to manifest a desired outcome we start with the Thought, follow with the Word and end with the Deed. Some say we can already experience a desired outcome by proceeding in the reversed order.… Read the rest
Jesse Caron – Apekooi 2
Client: Jesse Caron.
One of my dearest clients Jesse Caron 🦅 wanted another ‘Apekooi’ (translation: Monkey-cage 🤔) illustration for his new location Sportpark Willem Alexander in Schiedam!
Now this is a design for print that’s huge. How big you say?
Around 13m2! HUGE!
Meanwhile the design is already printed and hanging!… Read the rest
Julien Mier – Industries In The Trees LP
Client: Julien Mier
Proud to announce my third album artwork for my dear friend Julien Mier! Some might know him as his moniker Santpoort, but Julien has been working on his album for a few years, making this the crown on his overall work.
And truly, I must say, it’s an honour to develop this cover art for a musical gem like this one.… Read the rest
Breakthrough.
Client: Guido Richson
My bruv Guido helped me out big time last year as he wanted a commissioned piece for his new apartment.
We both had a big breakthrough DMT trip a few weeks before, that blew our minds (and still does for me.).
To honour that moment I took my own visions and blend it with his interpretation of his journey, even though I’m sure it doesn’t come close to it’s beauty.… Read the rest
Welcome to Los Bangeles 🌴 – Cover Art.
Client: Los Bangeles.
Recently the @losbangeles fam released their EP with high quality sounds from members like Daggerdx Jaël Lee Funksta Cinta5oul and Totem aka @urvinhofaya ! Check their bio link at @losbangeles 🔥🔥🔥!
I remember my cuz Dagger DX connected me last year talking about me providing him artwork for the EP, but in a way that I’ve never explored before.… Read the rest
MASK
While in between commissions and enjoying the sun, I’m working on some new ideas for a new serie! 🙂👺💃🏽.
Make A Scene Promo
Client: HipHopHuis
Make A Scene is a new inspiring event at Theater rotterdam filled with battles, masterclasses, panels, showcases and theater!
As community, building a scene, workshops and battles, causing ruckus and pursueing personal victory are some of the core values of this event, we thought about the concept of a totem pole: The beacon of a community where an important story is told, with the most significant element as the top piece.… Read the rest
HANUMAN – Heritage Series
Available as poster print: Marvin Bruin Webshop
HERITAGE SERIES
These series are made as an appreciation for Marvin’s cultural background: Indonesia.
Growing up surrounded by the Barong mask, these mystical hardwood sculptures were a direct and touchable link to the country and culture his parents grew up in. The Heritage Series consist of Barong, Rangda and Hanuman.… Read the rest
The Breed – Smunchiiez
Client: Chillhop
Artwork made for Chillhop artist The Breed, will be released next week as a digital release and special white vinyl edition too!
Smunchiiez is an album that reflects the munchies after sex according to artist The Breed. I agree.
KAKHIEL trademark
Client: Kakhiel
Kakhiel, the Dutch internet phenomenon is transitioning his business unto another level. With that comes a new logo/trademark.
Custom Artwork – Kakhiel
Client: Kakhiel
Kakhiel, besides being a Dutch internet phenomenon he is my oldest friend and brother.
Kakhiel asked me to design a custom canvas design for his new house, requesting a skyline of some sort. So I did!
Click View More below to see the canvas hanging!
ASO – Two/Seven EP
Client: Chillhop
Artwork made for Chillhop artist ASO who made this as a dedication to Nujabes and a bit of Dilla. Both born on the seventh of February.
The general idea is: “Bless the hands that gave us life.” As their music gave us so much beauty in life which we can enjoy and grow from.… Read the rest
Chillhop Essentials LP: Summer 2017
Client: Chillhop
Summer is around the corner and that means another seasonal edition of Chillhop Essentials!
Imagine yourself on a balcony or rooftop overlooking the cityscape and mountains while listening to these warm summer beats, or just look at the cover for this one!
Soon to order as vinyl!
Chillhop Essentials LP: Spring 2017
Client: Chillhop
Very proud to announce that I’ll be designing this year seasonally editions of the Chillhop Essentials releases; Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter! The compilation has been released only a few days on LP and already sold almost 500 pieces!
To listen and order an LP, go to https://chillhop.bandcamp.com.
With nearly 440k subscribers on YouTube and counting, Chillhop is growing into a huge brand where quality soul-soothing music is released for people who love to listen to warm atmospheric beats during their daily activities.
‘Opgewonden Confetti Tour’ Social media banners
Client: NinetyTwoEvents
The Opgewonden crazycrocodile-bus is on CONFETTI TOUR and is flaming through The Netherlands!
‘Opgewonden’ Logo / Trademark
Client: NinetyTwoEvents
The crazy peoples from Opgewonden are throwing parties like no other, I throw hotties like no other! Made New trademark/logo for these guys.
The Scenario Flyer December ’16: 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Client: Boogie Friday
HAPPY 5TH ANNIVERSARY THE SCENARIO! I drew every artist they ever featured as a poster the last 5 years. Had major fun making every 22 of them!
#kendricklamer #llcoolj #queenlatifah #nas #andre3000 #lefteye #robinthicke #bustarhymes #erykahbadu #qtip #beyonce #pharell #willsmith #missyelliot #snoopdogg #laurynhill #mosdef #biggiesmalls #aaliyah #tupac #asaprocky #rihanna
Illustration Vers Beton against gentrification
Client: Vers Beton
Rotterdam will demolish 20.000 social housing apartments and houses to gentrify our unique beautiful and diverse neighborhoods.
Tomorrow is the vote and we need to vote against that! At least 30% of the Rotterdammers need to show up or else they will proceed nonetheless!!
I illustrated an article written by the homie Malique from Studio Narrative for online magazine Vers Beton where he explains why we should vote against it and why it’s so important to vote.… Read the rest
Jesse Caron Promo illustration
Client: Jesse Caron.com
Athlete coach Jesse Caron asked for a playful illustration where his young trainees display the main Track & Field subjects, so we made it for him!
Julien Mier – Sunwalker (single)
Client: Julien Mier / NEST HQ
The cool label NEST HQ released the new single of Julien Mier called ‘Sunwalker’.
This is my third cover for Julien and the story continues where it left off, flaoting on the beams of sunlight onto new grounds.
Patronaat Haarlem: Heerluk 2016
Client: Patronaat
The fine people at Patronaat are having a weekly party called ‘Heerluk’ a playful party that is visualising the satisfying feeling of that moment when you smoke a cigarette after sex, eating fastfood after clubbing, smoking a J after a long day, etc.
I think this is pretty accurate :).… Read the rest
Flyer HipHopCafé Grounds Rotterdam 2016
Client: GROUNDS ROTTERDAM
Happy to provide this piece for my new client GroundsRotterdam!
Another customer that gave me carte blanche due to my extensive portfolio. I love that!
Either way, I’m always pushing to make the best I can but that right there gives me the extra boost to work even harder.… Read the rest
Club Nyx: “Vroeger was je anders” Augustus 2016
Client: Club NYX / AFP Events
SPIN THE BOTTLE USED TO BE SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT.
Another flyer for the cool guys at AFP Events for ‘Vroeger was je anders’ (You used to be different).
Applepie: Rooftop Party at DÂK 2016
Client: Boogie Friday
Applepie Rooftop Party 2015 was a giant success as closing event of the temporary Rooftop venue DÂK Rotterdam. So this year my friends at Boogie Friday decided to throw another one and give me carte blanche for the design.
I decided to give it a more playful spin in comparison with the previous design and introduced the following characters: Applepie Guy, Cinnamonsieur, Cheri Pie and Birimang!… Read the rest
The Scenario Flyer June ’16: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Client: Boogie Friday
THE FUSE IS LIT!
ANOTHER ONE!
Club Nyx: “Vroeger was je anders”
Client: Club NYX / AFP Events
AFP Events will be coming up with new concepts and events for Amsterdam’s Club NYX: Vroeger was je anders!
The coming year I will be illustrating every banner for this event!
Check them out on their >Website<
Julien Mier – Shiny Silver Lining
Client: Julien Mier
Once again, the insanely talented musician Julien Mier asked me to make a follow up of his previous album Out Of The Cloud. He actually refused a pretty known recordlabel because they wanted to use their in-house graphic designer. That was crazy to me. But I was glad to construct this for him.… Read the rest
BEAT ‘M UP Beat Battles full poster
Client: Beat ‘M Up
The complete Beat M Up Poster is officially done! This IS the biggest illustration this studio has produced!
Beat ‘M Up was and is the biggest beat battle event in The Netherlands and after a few years hiatus, this crazy event is returning for 2016.
With it’s eight events and a slamming national battle, MB has developed an eight piece poster where each piece is an individual flyer, filled with superhero and villains that have supernatural musical powers!… Read the rest
BEAT ‘M UP Beat Battles Flyer 2/8th: March
Client: Beat ‘M Up
Part 2/8 of the series. This will be the biggest illustration this studio has produced!
Beat ‘M Up was and is the biggest beat battle event in The Netherlands and after a few years hiatus, this crazy event is returning for 2016. With it’s eight events and a slamming national battle, MB has developed an eight piece poster where each piece is an individual flyer, filled with superhero and villains that have supernatural musical powers!… Read the rest
BEAT ‘M UP Beat Battles Flyer January
Client: Beat ‘M Up
Part 1/8 of the series. This will be the biggest illustration this studio has produced!
Beat ‘M Up was and is the biggest beat battle event in The Netherlands and after a few years hiatus, this crazy event is returning for 2016. With it’s eight events and a slamming national battle, MB has developed an eight piece poster where each piece is an individual flyer, filled with superhero and villains that have supernatural musical powers!… Read the rest
Rumble in da Jungle – Nieuwe Luxor Rotterdam
Client: Studio Narrative
Artwork made for this great theatrical piece from Antwerp’s own ‘SINcollectief’, hosted at Nieuwe Luxor Rotterdam.
For more info about this event, click HERE.
Beat M Up KICKOFF at ADE BEATS
Client: BEAT M UP
One of the first and most popular Beatbattle platforms is returning next year! Prepare for some new insane talent that will fight their way to the top on this one! October 16th is the Kickoff at Amsterdam Dance Event in the epic venue Melkweg, a good prep for what to come!… Read the rest
Beats for Change Show #32 – Step Off The Block Mix with Kenny Keys
Dedication: Step Off The Block.
This time we want to introduce you to our special guest Kenneth Carter aka Kenny Keys, with a crazy tight mix and of course your suave host Sam Zipursky will guide you through the mix!
As usual we’re supporting every mix with a specific dedication. As our guest Kenny Keys is Houston bound but originally from Chicago, we chose a Chicago initiative to focus on.… Read the rest
Beveiligingsloket
Client: Beveiligingsloket.nl
Campagne poster voor de beste beveiligingsorganisatie in Nederland; Beveiligingsloket!
One Greene – Rollies & Champagne
Client: Maktub Media.
Single cover for Deep House formation One Greene.
Beats for Change Show #31 – White Rhino Mix with SOUL_BRK
Dedication: The last male white rhino alive.
We’re back ladies and gents! This time with show 31 the “White Rhino Mix” featuring a guest mix by the one and only SOUL_BRK (@soul_brk) producer out of the Philippines.
This mix’s social dedication is to the rangers and group guarding the last living male white rhino in Kenya at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy.… Read the rest
Nieuwe Revu – Festival survival tips by Schorem: Bertus
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Four illustrations for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Three tips on How to survive festivals by legendary Dutch barbershop owner Bertus from Schorem barbers.
Nieuwe Revu – Festival survival tips by Schorem: TIP 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Four illustrations for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Three tips on How to survive festivals by legendary Dutch barbershop owner Bertus from Schorem barbers.
TIP 1: Have sex, publicly.
Nieuwe Revu – Festival survival tips by Schorem: TIP 2
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Four illustrations for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Three tips on How to survive festivals by legendary Dutch barbershop owner Bertus from Schorem barbers.
TIP 2: Hide your drugs, safely.
Nieuwe Revu – Festival survival tips by Schorem: TIP 3
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Four illustrations for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Three tips on How to survive festivals by legendary Dutch barbershop owner Bertus from Schorem barbers.
TIP 3: Stay cool, always.
Nieuwe Revu – De lange arm van Poetin Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Two illustration for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Vladimir Poetins attempt of winning over european politicians.
Nieuwe Revu – De lange arm van Poetin Page 2
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Two illustration for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about Vladimir Poetins attempt of winning over european politicians.
Nieuwe Revu – Driverless car Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Two illustration for Dutch weekly magazine Nieuwe Revu about the ups and downsides of the driverless car.
Nieuwe Revu – GMO Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Two illustrations for Dutch mag Nieuwe Revu about the negative influences of Anti-GMO protesters on positive GMO developments in third world countries.
Nieuwe Revu – Legalise it Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Page 1/2 for an article in the Dutch magazine Nieuwe Revu about the marihuana policy in The Netherlands.
If the Dutch government won’t legalise the production and sale of weed they will push that into the hands of foreign organised crime.
Our former minister of Safety and Justice, Ivo Opstelten, obviously doesn’t care about peace in his personal war on soft drugs.… Read the rest
Nieuwe Revu – Legalise it Page 2
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Page 2/2 for an article in the Dutch magazine Nieuwe Revu about the marihuana policy in The Netherlands.
If the Dutch government won’t legalise the production and sale of weed they will push that into the hands of foreign organised crime.
Our former minister of Safety and Justice, Ivo Opstelten, obviously doesn’t care about peace in his personal war on soft drugs.… Read the rest
Beats for Change Presents: Kaeyae Alo – Thoughts
Dedication: KIVA.org
We from BfC teamed up with the lovely vocalist KaeYae Alo (aka Asha Moyo) to release a new single “Thoughts”.
The production of the instrumental is done by Vancouver/Rotterdam connection “Stone Detectives” (Aka founders of Beats for Change)
100% of all funds raised on this release will be directly invested into people in developing countries that are looking to raise money to grow or start a business in order to have a chance at a better future.… Read the rest
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Gay Airlines Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Three illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about GAY AIRLINES; the big hope for the travelling gay community. Too bad it was all a bad dream.
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Gay Airlines Page 3
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Three illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about GAY AIRLINES; the big hope for the travelling gay community. Too bad it was all a bad dream.
Beats for Change x SoundBoarding x The Mint presents: The Ramen Skate Sessions Deck
Dedication: Second Harvest Japan
SOLD OUT (NL)!
The skatedeck is part of our Beats or Change Japan focused release “The Ramen Skate Sessions”, which is an exclusive 19 track heavy weight producer compilation with all 100% of proceeds going to Second Harvest Japan – A Group that helps out with hunger needs in Japan.… Read the rest
Julien Mier – Out of The Cloud Album Cover
Client: Cascade Records
The crazy talented musician Julien Mier personally asked me to illustrate his new album Out of The Cloud. I was very humble to make the artwork of this true masterpiece. You can buy it >HERE<.
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Voice Imitator Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Two illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. This article reviews the trials and tribulations of voice imitators as a few of the best in the game are questioned about their unusual careers.
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Sugar Daddy Page 1
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Three illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about a new dating service where wealthy men can find women to financial spoil and have ‘fun’ with.
A shot of the magazine here
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Sugar Daddy Page 2
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Three illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about a new dating service where wealthy men can find women to financial spoil and have ‘fun’ with.
A shot of the magazine here
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Sugar Daddy Page 3
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Three illustrations for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about a new dating service where wealthy men can find women to financial spoil and have ‘fun’ with.
A shot of the magazine here
Nieuwe Revu Magazine – Coke Killer
Client: Nieuwe Revu / Pijper Media
Illustration for Dutch Magazine Nieuwe Revu. The article is about the ‘White Heroine’ drug dealer that has been poisoning and killing people and tourists in Amsterdam recently.
A shot of the magazine here
Beats for Change x SoundBoarding x The Mint presents: The Ramen Skate Sessions EP
Dedication: Second Harvest Japan
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This Japan focused release “The Ramen Skate Sessions” is an exclusive 19 track heavy weight producer compilation with all 100% of proceeds going to Second Harvest Japan – A Group that helps out with hunger needs in Japan. Read more about what Second Harvest is doing in Japan (http://www.2hj.org/english/)… Read the rest
“RANGDA” for Beats for Change x Los Bangeles present The Bali Sessions: Trouble in Paradise
Dedication: R.O.L.E. Foundation
We from Beats for Change teamed up with the Los Bangeles crew to dedicate our first fundraising event for the sake of environmental issues in Bali, Indonesia.
With the use of the old traditional Balinese story about the battle between Barong and Rangda (Good and Bad) we printed 4 exclusive giclée prints.… Read the rest
“BARONG” for Beats for Change x Los Bangeles present The Bali Sessions: Trouble in Paradise
Dedication: R.O.L.E. Foundation
We from Beats for Change teamed up with the Los Bangeles crew to dedicate our first fundraising event for the sake of environmental issues in Bali, Indonesia.
With the use of the old traditional Balinese story about the battle between Barong and Rangda (Good and Bad) we printed 4 exclusive giclée prints.… Read the rest
Van Gogh Museum T-Shirt design “A Portrait”
Client: Van Gogh Museum
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“A Portrait”
This commission for the Van Gogh Museum portrays the mental condition Vincent was suffering; Bi-Polarity. As we know, Vincent focussed on self portraits and landscapes, especially cornfields. Ironically he shot himself in the chest in one.
The illustration is a summary of his work, his struggles and takes place a few moments before his passing.… Read the rest
Beats for Change Show #28: Negus World Mix with DJ Tribo
Dedication: Negus World
It’s time once again ladies and gentlemen and a big welcome to show 28 “Negus World Mix” featuring a special guest mix with DJ Tribo (Funk’n Deep Records) from NYC.
This show’s social dedication is to Negus World social movement out of NYC as they say “Our mission is to unite self-empowered individuals around the globe through worldwide charity events and to create artistic platforms for children and young adults, to uplift their spirit and give them confidence.”… Read the rest
ENCORE flyer July ’14
Client: Melkweg
July flyer for the ENCORE evening hosted by Melkweg. Assignment through LEYP
Check out the backdrop here.
Beats for Change Show #27: The Change Heroes Mix with DJ Jon Oliver
Dedication: Change Heroes
This episode features a special guest mix from the legendary NYC DJ from the Main Ingredient radio show, Jon Oliver: www.jonolivermusic.com.
This time our social dedication goes out to an amazing social concept called Change Heroes which is a website and technology that let’s social groups of friends easily come together and raise $10,000 to build a school in a developing country as they say “Raise $10,000 from your laptop or phone to empower hundreds of children with education.”… Read the rest
Beats for Change Show #25: The Masbia Soup Kitchen Mix with DJ Lu-Chi’sz
Dedication: Masbia Soup Kitchen Network
“Masbia is a nonprofit soup kitchen network and food pantry, everyday providing hot, nutritious meals for hundreds of New Yorkers in desperate need of food.
Alongside our hot-meal program, we also give out bags of much needed groceries every week to those with not enough at home, through our weekend take-home package program.… Read the rest
ENCORE flyer April ’14
Client: Melkweg
April flyer for the ENCORE evening hosted by Melkweg. Assignment through LEYP
ENCORE flyer Feb ’14
Client: Melkweg
Februari flyer for the ENCORE evening hosted by Melkweg. Assignment through LEYP
Beats for Change Show #24: The Exodus Road Mix ft. Dagger D.X.
Dedication: The Exodus Road
Not only is this a crazy guest episode but we’re also really excited to help spread the word about the organization The Exodus Road. These folks are a nonprofit coalition that empowers freedom from sex slavery through covert investigation and rescue. Essentially they are doing all they can to combat sex slavery and child prostitution in the streets of South East Asia and beyond.… Read the rest
Beats for Change Show #21: Landfill Harmonics Mix Ft. Cascade Records (Sal Martin) + Julien Mier
Dedication: Landfill Harmonic
Imagine a philharmonic orchestra made out of garbage. There’s no need for imagination, these guys did it and made a great film about musical creativity that breaks the boundaries of poverty.
Beats for Change teamed up with Cascade Records and Julien Mier to make an insane mix for the team at Landfill Harmonic.… Read the rest
Beats for Change Show #20: Beat Making Lab Tribute ft. Apple Juice Kid from Beat Making Lab
Dedication: Beat Making Lab
Beats for Change show #20 was dedicated to the wonderful work of Beat Making Lab.
Apple Juice Kid and Pierce Freelon setup music production studios in third world countries all over the world, give a two week crash course workshop and bounce to the next project, leaving all the equipment behind.… Read the rest
Beats for Change show #16: The Science Genius Mix
Dedication: Science Genius Project
This insanely brilliant Professor Christopher Emdin started a project where kids from The Bronx (NY) can get taught science through hiphop and rap: The Science Genius Project. Professor Emdin is playfully challenging kids to write rhymes with scientific content. And at the end there will be BATTLES!… Read the rest
Beats for Change show #15: The DJ Trike Mix
Dedication: The DJ Trike
Jonathan Igharas is a DJ. A mobile DJ from Vancouver, on his Trike, the DJ Trike.
Everywhere Jonathan and his Trike goes, he can step off and start a party. And he knows how to build a crow. The people notice the spontaneous outburst of pretty airwaves from miles away and decide to join the fiesta.… Read the rest
Pandaboy – Green Shades EP
Client: Pandaboy
This was a huge turning point in my life. Coming from boombap hiphop I wanted to make something that I never did and something that I never heard before. In 2010 I made this album, complete with intro, skits, artwork and an animation!
The title track ‘Green Shades’ has been aired by EVR radio (NY), KCRW (LA), Radio 6 (NL) and more.… Read the rest
TreZure Empire – You Won’t Hurt Me
Client: TreZure Empire
Sweet electric bolts of female vocal power. That’s TreZure Empire. The Brooklyn based vocalist asked for an illustration for her new single release. I gladly delivered.
Click here for the original image.
Animation Pandaboy – Green Shades teaser
Client: Pandaboy
This is me at super saiyan lvl. 3. Three disciplines: Illustration, Animation and Music. T R I F O R C E.
In the future I want to be active like this forever. The ultimate blend of everything I do.
“Welkom in mijn Keuken” theme song
Clients: Nickelodeon and Albert Heijn
Animation and Design:John Beckers
Music Production: Marvin Bruin
Vocals: Marvin Bruin and Alona van Rosmalen… Read the rest
Jupiter
Client: Florian Vermeulen
Cover design for the debut film from director Florian Vermeulen.
The short movie is about a Moroccan barber that claims he’s from Jupiter. He’s just trying to be interesting, right?
Starring: Salah Edin and Mo’hamed Cherqi
Watch Jupiter’s trailer here.
HEF Papierwerk stage
Client: Hiphopworld
I had the pleasure to design the backdrops for one of the most popular rappers in The Netherlands on flipflops: Hef.
The man released his album ‘Papierwerk’ during Buma Beats festival with a big champagne popping show.
Here’s a capture of the event.
Facedeck
For sale at Gallery Majke Husstege.
Creative production company Shop Around asked me to join PopJugend; their stand at the Blooom art fair in Cologne.
Shop Around gathered a few artists they represented who made characters out of ordinary things.
As I’m heavily involved with music I made a character out of an old time tapedeck.… Read the rest
Beats for Change show # 13: No Assumptions Mix
Dedication: The talented homeless
This edition was about the awareness that crazy homeless people may be looked down upon, but there are ones with insane crazy talent. This dedication was inspired by the beautiful story of Nathaniel Ayers, the homeless schizophrenic artist.
Toronto’s DJ/Producer/Label-owner Mr. Merge joined Beats for Change and provided this thought and a guest mix.… Read the rest
Tattoo design Ivan Winter
Client: Ivan Winter
The first time -evur- that somebody requested a tattoo design from me.
Ivan Winter wanted a design that contained a carper, an anchor and a kiss.
Check out the result on his forearm here, tatted by Risk Wodas
