That's Me

My name is Koen De Gussem, publishing as KAAN Illustration. 

I am an award winning illustrator living in Belgium (Ghent), with a background in the animation industry, also active as an Art Director for animated video production : www.koendegussem.com

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I love creating scenarios, that feel a bit awkward and even disturbing, without going too dark or cynic.

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I love creating a visual that tells a story, without revealing things too literally.  Giving the viewer a chance to fill in a certain story or phantasy in the given context.

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Mostly active editorial illustration and cover design for magazines and newspapers such as The Washington Post, The New York Times Advertising, BBC Science Focus, DeMorgen, LA Times, The Guardian, Sports Illustrated,Knack... 

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But also exploring commerical paths lately, going for more bright popping colors that feel a bit more branded. For example some brochure covers, beer cans, packaging, posters, ... 

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