Digital scratchboard master Gary Alphonso is at it again! This time, for Oolitic American Gin. Gary collaborated with Art Director Lars Lawson of Timber Design Co. to capture the origin and history of this Indiana made, limestone filtered gin. No detail spared, Gary’s illustrative precision is evident in each stroke, collectively illuminating the highlights, shadows and depth of the 1920’s American quarry
i2i Art Inc. has had the privilege of working with Creative Director Thomas Howlett of The Farm for many years on an annual creative assignment. The project? Traditionally, a limited edition signed framed print presented to recipients of the TD Canada Trust Employee Award. This year illustrator Gary Alphonso was honoured to be commissioned for the job.
Illustrator Gary Alphonso's digital scratch board technique honors a historic process while incorporating the benefits of modern advances, much like his subject matter, The College of William and Mary.
Gary Alphonso Illustration
Gary is a freelance illustrator based in Toronto. In 1982 he graduated from the Sheridan College illustration program and then continued his studies at the Ontario College of Art and Design. Inspired by early 20th century wood engraving he chose scratchboard as a preferred media. Gary has since taken his scratchboard style and adapted it to the digital realm which has greatly broadened the restrictions of the traditional media. His commissions have ranged from advertising to editorial and book publishing. He has also received various awards from Applied Arts, Studio Magazine, CAPIC, 3 x 3 Magazine and Communication Arts.