On The Spot: Leandro Francisca

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Meow you executing, cat lovers? We’ve got a thing purr-fect just for you! Leandro Francisca is here with his charming cat artworks that will soften your furry hearts. In this week’s On The Spot, the Brazilian illustrator tells us extra about his feline inspirations, his beloved cat Pudim, and his mission to seize the mysterious and magical cat rituals. 

Where do you stay and what does your workspace look like?

I dwell in the south of Brazil, in a put of exuberant character which is surrounded by wonderful beaches. My workspace mainly is composed of my computer system and graphics tablet and is a section of the household in which I devote long hrs imagining and developing my illustrations.

What has your journey to turn into an artist seemed like so far?

I experienced been craving a taste for artwork for a very long time. I beloved drawing ever since I was a child and throughout the decades, I tried to increase my abilities and establish new approaches. Today, I’m a complete-time illustrator, working with children’s e book authors and publishers from several elements of the environment. 

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Cat on the roof

How did you establish your existing art design?

Above the a long time, I have developed my individual inventive identity as a result of screening diverse approaches and observing other artists. 

As for the cat artworks, I only started doing the job on them about a year ago. Nonetheless, this tale commenced much previously, far more precisely in 2019, when we adopted our pet kitten Pudim. Dwelling with him, I commenced to notice feline patterns which encouraged me to work on my cat illustrations. 

What does your inventive course of action appear like?

I typically start off with a rapid and uncomplicated sketch, just to express the notion. Then I polish and refine it until it eventually seems to be like what I to begin with had in mind. At the time that’s carried out, I transfer the sketch to my computer system and provide it to life by including hues in Photoshop. I often use some further products like cardboard to enrich the textures in my operates. 

Which of your artworks is your favorite and why?

It is a person I produced not long ago, titled Cats in the Moonlight. I like it basically due to the fact it captures a attractive second that these two cats share under the shining moon. I also like the contrasting colours in this piece – they have often captivated me and impressed my operate. 

Cats in the Moonlight

What are your major inspirations?

They primarily come from superior family moments with our cat. It is those humorous every day scenarios that lead me to comprehend that cats are mystical beings with their peculiar feline behaviors and rituals. This is a thing I try out to convey in some of my illustrations, producing an imaginary earth comprehensive of secret and magic that all the fellow cat lovers can delight in. 

If you could opt for just one artist to get a coffee with – who would it be?

It would be nice to share a cup with Adolfo Serra, I enjoy the way he illustrates!

What are your other passions?

When I’m not drawing, I’m a relatives person. I commit time with my youngsters Caroline and Lucas, and my pricey wife Alessandra. They are my enthusiasm. 

What are your strategies for the potential?

I want to keep undertaking the two things I adore the most – performing on my illustrations and paying high quality time with my family members!

Instagram: @leandrofca

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