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Yandex Illustration Style Exploration. Part 2

Yandex Illustration Style Exploration. Part 2

I continued to explore abstract forms within the realm of Emotional Illustration style, daringly venturing into the realm of potential user disinterest in pursuit of artistic expression.
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Drawing from the innovative works of Jean Arp, I explored organic and fluid shapes, allowing them to gracefully interweave and connect, giving birth to a symphony of harmonious forms. At the same time, Paul Klee's profound influence inspired me to experiment with lines.​​​​​​​
The quest for artistic balance was at the heart of this creative endeavor. As I ventured into the realm of abstract representation, I was keenly aware of the risk of disconnecting users from the artwork.
To address this, I thoughtfully introduced subtle recognizable elements, such as enigmatic faces and delicate human silhouettes, strategically placed to maintain a profound connection with the audience.
These artistic anchors served as points of reference, guiding users through the abstract landscapes and instilling a sense of familiarity and wonder.
As a consequence, and as attested by numerous studies and surveys, the initial iteration of emotional illustrations emerged as the clear victor. ​​​​​​​
Nonetheless, even the inaugural version from 2018 marked a groundbreaking milestone in the realm of corporate illustration, foreshadowing a trend that would span the course of five years in this domain.
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Yandex Illustration Style Exploration. Part 2
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Yandex Illustration Style Exploration. Part 2

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