Illustration feature: Broly Su — a celebration in graffiti
Broly Su is an Atlanta-based illustrator and graphic designer currently pursuing an MFA in illustration at SCAD. Su creates most of his work digitally, taking inspiration from the knowledge and beliefs like positivity, integrity, perseverance and justice that he has absorbed from hip-hop music, graffiti and street culture throughout the years. Heavily influenced by artists like Keith Haring, Steven Harrington and Verdy, Su also works with traditional techniques such as acrylic, Posca markers and ballpoint pens to achieve his bold-lined and graffiti-like style. With a BFA degree in graphic design, Broly expands his work in design with strong typography, layout and branding skills.
Formula One Racing Turtle, 8 by 10 inches, is a packaging illustration for Blue Bottle Coffee, using turtle racing as a metaphor as a visual contract for brand promotion.
Raplanta, 8.5 by 11 inches, is an illustrative cover for the Atlanta Magazine which depicts the unique hip-hop culture celebrated in the city. The illustration includes hip-hop artists like Gucci Mane, 21 Savage, Future, Lil Yachty, Migos, and Outkast, etc.
Pabst Party for Pabst Blue Ribbon, 14 by 20.25 inches, is a packaging illustration made to enter the 10th Pabst Blue Ribbon Can Art Competition. For this piece, Su creates an 80’s retro hip-hop dance party scene with lots of energy and people generally having a good time.
Popeye Life, 8.5 by 11 inches, is an illustrative cover for Japanese fashion magazine. In this piece, Su adds in elements such as collectibles and sneakers to create an ideal studio set-up.
To see more of Su’s work, check out his website or his Instagram!