KD: I just hope people enjoy it and interpret it however they wish. When people wear or display your art is there a certain connection you hope they make with it? What is your ultimate goal-if any-for your work and the way others interact with it? Q: As a photographer/storyteller it is always my hope that others can learn from what I create and capture. KD: It’s important to try new things so I usually try to do that whenever the mood strikes to keep things fresh. Q: Would you say your style is ever-changing? Meaning, are you constantly testing out new techniques/ideas or would you say you have really mastered your art? If I forget, I just use my phone to take pictures or to write it down in the notes app. KD: I try to bring a small sketchbook and pen, but I don’t always remember to. Q: Do you always carry a drawing pad or notebook with you when you go out? I can imagine that living in the city provides for constant inspiration, can you speak to that at all? KD: It’s pretty cool to see things I’ve drawn turned into real products that exist for people to buy all over the world. Q: You have had so much success with your work, what is it like to see your prints and patterns come to life within the collaborative work you do with other brands? KD: I've always liked to draw from a young age, the challenge was finding a way to make it into a career. When I began to get attention from large brands and retailers I knew then that it was possible to make it into a career. Was there a specific moment in your life when you knew, "This is what "I" want to do professionally? Q: Your style is very bold and unique-a lot of your work portrays movement, character and individual personality. Ivory Elle Logo Tee T-Shirt Size XS Medium faded blue Front pocket with elephant outline Large boho elephant graphic on the back Long sleeves, crew neck 100. When I do a design, I pick something I want to try and work with it until I like the result. I use a variety of materials from markers to paint when I hand draw and also my iPad for digital drawings where you can use the tools that resemble physical art materials. KD: Yes, they are often referred to as surface patterns. Q: For those that may not know, would you call the cactus and pineapple prints surface patterns? KD: I draw whenever I have ideas, take pictures/screenshots of things that spark an idea or write it down on my phone if I can’t sketch at the time. Q: What does your creative process usually look like from project to project-what gets your creative juices flowing? KD: I just combine elements I like and experiment with colors until I find something that works. Q: Where did your inspiration for these prints come from? Tell us about the not-so-typical color choices.
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