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buy my original artwork here: illogator.com/colinjohnson/

my new, fun and hopefully sometimes informative flickr site:
www.flickr.com/photos/9160014@N05/

and be sure to check out my good buddy drew's site here: www.flickr.com/photos/dood/

Colin has been a professional Freelance Illustrator and Gallery Artist since his graduation from The Maryland Institute College of Art in the Spring of 1995. His work has received honors from Print’s Regional Design Annual, The Society of Publication Design, Communication Arts Illustration Annual, American Illustration, and Society of Illustrators Los Angeles from which he received the Gold Award in the Editorial category for the Illustration West 43 contest. Some of his Freelance Illustration clients include: American Airlines, The American Medical Association, Audubon, Better Homes and Gardens, The Chicago Tribune, Converse, Epoch Films, Fast Company, The Harvard Business Review, National Geographic, The New York Times, Newsweek, Raygun, Time Inc., and U.S. News and World Report. He has recently been a part of gallery shows in Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver, Portland, Hamburg (Germany), and Melbourne (Australia). Colin enjoys collecting art and toys, driving mac trucks, building quonset huts, circumnavigating the globe in his custom made hydrofoil, and is also a huge fan of both music and film. He lives and works in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota.

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Testimonials (23)

Alison O'Donoghue says:

"Colin Johnson's art amazes me every single time I look at it.
I feel like a witness to the microcosmic beauty of the world.
As if he has a special lens to hold and give us all a view of these bizarre happenings happening.. and this place is inhabited with the oddest of beings, glimpsed somewhere along the evolutionary path. Thank You,
Colin, for the work that you do."

2nd November, 2008
jimbradshaw says:

"I have loved Colin's work for years. I am so excited to be inspired on a daily basis by this premium artist. His dreamy microbial characters and landscapes stand alone. Your art has a voice that is all Colin and I respect it and you highly."

6th November, 2008
doug boehm says:

"Colin is a man of power and mystery. I've been a fan of his work for a long time. I probably should have wrote this testimonial three or four years ago. Colin is one of the nicest dudes you'll ever speak with on the phone. Though we never met in person, Colin is always willing to share his knowledge with other artists and like minded individuals. Colin's middle name is "Rad". It's true."

5th August, 2008
mo? says:

"tahnx dude...
keep on arting.."

1st April, 2008
colinandboosfunstuff says:

"he sucks!!"

31st March, 2008
piligouache says:

"Tu obra me ha gustado mucho me parece maximalista ,aunque hecha con mucho orden,perfeccionismo y un dominio increible de mezclar colores, una escritora española que se llamaba Gloria Fuertes dijo sobre el arte que es algo que el artista no sabe como va ha acabar ,esto en tu obra es muy probable que cuando empiezas un collage no sepas exactamente como es el final, pero viendo tus resultados como dirian en frances es chapeau."

30th March, 2008
blythart says:

"HI, I really enjoyed looking at your artwork. Have you ever joined Redbubble? That's where I spend most of my time.

Dave (Blythart)"

21st March, 2008
KEN-e-SOTERIC says:

"Colin is a very talented man. His use of color, and his mastery of composition make him a true master of his craft. His innovative ideas and his imagination make him an artist worth knowing better. I highly recommend you take a look at Colin's art. It will definitely broaden your mind. His work would definitely be an asset to any collection."

9th September, 2007
deadlydaisy says:

"sometimes i sit back and think "my work has enough detail". then i look at colin's work and realize i can do better--until you see his work in person you have no idea. shape, form, line--every basic design element used to complete a work of art."

7th September, 2007
Shane Vorhaben says:

"...Colin's sense of color and design are simply amazing......his work is always unique and beautifully executed........the guy's got skills!!....and I'm pretty sure a magic paintbrush............do yourself a favor and visit Colin's world.....his 52 Paintings series alone is worth the trip!"

19th August, 2007
Limon Art Studio says:

"I've been enjoying Colin's work for quite some time now. I've seen his wonderful art in many publications and have been inspired by the things he's done. He's been very kind to share his experiences as an illustrator and artist at a time which I need it most. Thank you very much as well Colin!"

19th August, 2007
DARK5 says:

"Thanks for the request!!! Really diggin' your work... its amazing and beautiful!!! Youre definitely an inspiration!!!

DARK
"Organized Rebellion""

16th July, 2007
rsconnett says:

"Colin is one of the finest 'ARTIST-ILLUSTRATORS' of a new generation of awesome talents. He's able to conjure images that strike deep into my psyche. (Television on acid?) As an artist, I'm inspired and just plain blown away! Brilliant man!"

28th June, 2007
Kelly D. Williams says:

"Listen up, doggy. I’ve tried to keep my eye on Colin’s always-impressive work ever since I encountered him on flickr. His stuff inspires me to pick up my crusty paintbrush and try something new. Blackberry jelly and a Chevrolet, this ish is sick."

30th April, 2007
DAVe Warnke says:

"Wonderful, inspiring artwork!"

31st March, 2007
fun old new says:

"I recommend everyone to look at Colin's art he is truly a professional in his field he is a Very Talented man.Since I signed up for flickr he was one of the first person that I got to see some unique art I loved his stuff from the begining.I like how he is very inspiring to others and comments right back showing his gratitude towards his contacts and the people who just happen to come across his flickr page once they see it they will keep coming back for more !His art and talent are so eye catching thanks for sharing it all!!!!"

24th January, 2007
_roberthardgrave_ says:

"These little jpgs don't do Colin's work justice. You need to see these things in person to truly appreciate them. So many tiny details which are simply delicious. I am proud have Colin as a friend and share in a love of art with him. Bravo Mr Johnson!!"

28th December, 2006
dan:may says:

"colin's work is some the most exciting and thought provoking stuff out there. his keen sense of color, shape, and line, mixed with his trademarked "hyper collage" takes us to worlds beyond our wildest imagination. a surreal world where man wrestles with the forces of nature. having collaborated with colin, as well as being a proud owner of his art, i can truly say this guy's stuff kicks some serious ass! i will even go a step further and shamelessly promote him by saying it would be wise to buy some of his artwork now, as he is a star on the rise! now go check out his work..."

27th September, 2006
Crickskipper says:

"Colin's work has been as inspirational to me as it has been purely entertaining. With every new piece, I begin by admiring his compositions and color manipulations, then get drawn in by complex narratives that carry across his entire body of work. Colin is always pushing himself in new directions. One recent innovation in particular – the Hyper-collage – is amazing and joyful to behold. Dig in and be sure to check out how Colin uses this technique in many of his recent works. It's the real deal, folks, and not be missed."

22nd September, 2006
drewols says:

"quite an artist!"

11th September, 2006
Blake C. Himsl Hunter says:

"Colin's work is simple amazing. His use of colláge is ingenious, and gives his work the appearence of life."

26th August, 2006
THINKMULE™ says:

"Colin's work has a art purity to it. His combination of color, collage and movement in his work is stunning. Every piece he post is a new form of inspiration. I am happy I get to view it and be a part of the experience."

2nd August, 2006
Plurp says:

"He wore masks whenever he went out into public - Chinese demons, smooth plastic baby faces, complex abstract designs. Sure, people stared. But they never said anything, and that was an improvement."

7th May, 2006