Learn how commercial illustrator and educator Thom Sevalrud sparks creativity and keeps his in-home studio functional.
Where is your studio?
My studio is a spare bedroom at home. The convenience of working from a home-studio has always been the appeal. I can work any time and at a moment’s notice on something.
Conceptual Illustrator Thom Sevalrud spares no detail with his latest illustration. Commissioned to depict the core values for U of T’s Institutional Research and Data Governance, Thom proves he’s up to the task. His classic geometric style captivates; revealing connections and highlighting unique elements.
Research and development consulting firm Blueprint ADE turned to illustrator Thom Sevalrud to create a clear and refreshed set of branded visuals for their website. Selected for his strong conceptual creativity and distinct graphic style, Thom expertly tackles these complex ideas. His seamless line work establishes a flow that draws the eye through the illustration and transforms each concept into clear icons. The bold hyperlink blue in the original series is a standout colour and signature to the Blueprint brand. But Thom took these illustrations one step further.
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Thom Sevalrud has been named this year’s Illustrator/ Educator of the Year by 3x3 Magazine.
Thom’s bold colour choices and geometric patterns are just a few elements that make his illustration so intriguing. Thom attributes his light and airy style to growing up in the open space of the prairies. Combing his unique use of line and texture, Thom’s conceptual illustration has an added a layer of depth that draws you in and tells a story.
Conceptual illustrator Thom Sevalrud excels at bringing the abstract into focus. The more abstract the idea the better; deconstructing large, complex theories into beautifully succinct visuals is his speciality.
Illustrator Thom Sevalrud had the pleasure and privilege of creating the logo for the 2017 ONPHA (Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association) Conference. His artwork was utilized throughout all media, from videos and outdoor signage to booths and guide books.
In their latest issue, Nobles magazine, published by the Noble and Greenough School, brings us a fascinating look at teens and their social networks. With some exceptional art direction from 2 Communique, Thom Sevalrud's illustration captures our curiosity on the subject.
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Thom produces work for a wide variety of publications as well for clients in book publishing, graphic design and corporate communications. Some of these clients are; Pensions & Investments, Global Brief, Business Week, Mother Jones, Chicago Tribune, Rolling Stone, Scientific American, The Globe and Mail, German Vogue, Canada Post, Sun Life Financial, United Airlines, TD Canada Trust, Pfizer, and Harlequin Books among countless others.
Thom's colorful and graphic pieces have garnered him recognition: American Illustration, Communication Arts Illustration Annual, The Society of Illustrators (NY), 3 x 3 Magazine, Luerzer's Archive 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide, How Magazine, Creative Quarterly, Applied Arts, The Art Director's Club of Toronto.
In addition, Thom teaches illustration at Sheridan College and at OCAD University in Toronto for which he was recognized by 3x3 Magazine as Educator/Illustrator of the Year 2020.