- in Sketchbooks
- review by Julia Rothman
- on August 29, 2008
- comments by 12 readers
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Sketchbook: Rui Vitorino Santos
Today I share the work of Portuguese artist Rui Vitorino Santos. Perusing his blog, I was immediately impressed by the murals he did for a clothing store and the drawing a day series he collaborates on with his friend Julio Dolbeth called pandoracomplexa. They have posted 1300 drawings already. They published a book of 100 of their favorite drawings from the site which you can get here. Rui sent over a glimpse into his sketchbook drawings which have a great sense of humor. I especially enjoyed the animal/human loves and the cross-dressed dog hugger. ha! Thanks so much Rui for sharing!
Jane wrote
These are funny. The images are clever.
August 31, 2008 11:01amMaria @ Stickers & Donuts wrote
I love pen & ink. It really lends itself to doodle-y-ness.
September 1, 2008 11:29amJoana Rosa Bragança wrote
Very nice :-)
September 1, 2008 4:59pmSusan Sanford wrote
Hello-
I looked at your beautiful web site, have put you in my book marks. Do you know about Dave Eggers’ art/writing tutorial projects? This is the San Francisco one, not usre if there is still one in N.Y.C
http://www.826valencia.org/
Also you might enjoy this site
http://artsparktheatre.blogspot.com/
I shall return
- Susan
September 4, 2008 11:52amCarla Pessoa wrote
Great work :)
September 5, 2008 9:02amAmy@Pikaland wrote
Oh wow, I just love his linework. His figures are quite the character!
September 5, 2008 9:19pmAna Paula wrote
loved each page!!!
September 11, 2008 4:48pmrui vitorino santos wrote
thanks Julia for posting me :-)
September 12, 2008 5:52amcheers
Paul R wrote
wow. this is, different. no offence. i still like it. yet i am only 13 years old and i am exploring new techniques of drawing / painting. this site has given me a more wider view of sketchbooks. i have understood that it doesnt have to be perfect, because you dont have to show anyone, and you can draw whatever comes into your mind. for example here, this person must have a strong view for animals and natrual nature. nice work.
September 20, 2008 6:48amPaul.
elisa wrote
bello!
October 1, 2008 4:24amlido pimienta wrote
Love the man and the deer!
November 14, 2008 11:19amWilmer M. wrote
wow! Amazing style. I love it.
April 15, 2009 11:07pm