January 27th, 2012 by admin
Client: SOYU
Project: The Creative Zodiac Project
I was given the task to illustrate the Zodiac of the Horse. Inspired by both Eastern and Western mythology- the Archer / Horse Sign - Sagittarius - chinese paintings and scenery. Brave and passionate, running wild and free, the horses of Mount Ma live day by day. The Horse God of Mount Ma stands tall, he protects and watches over his children, preventing intruders from trying to steal these beautiful beasts…
Head on over to SOYU to grab yourself a bargain, and find out more information about this exciting new brand.
You definitely need to view More details on Behance ^^ thank you for your support.
December 25th, 2011 by admin
Client: 3BYTE
Project: A branded Christmas Greeting illustration
A quick Christmas greeting card for my office neighbours 3BYTE - A multi-disciplined design, development & marketing agency based in Liverpool. Specialising in websites, branding, mobile apps, games & social media. Slightly dark, with the crackers spewing confetti guts, and a burning christmas pud…
“…Hope you all have a wicked xmas from everyone at 3BYTE x x x ;)…”
December 7th, 2011 by admin
Publication: CUTOUT Magazine
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Big thanks to Jay and the CUTOUT Team..
December 7th, 2011 by admin
Interviewer: Black Format
“…Hey all, we have another awesome conversation with Stephen Chan! Sit back grab a cup or your favorite, and read about Stephen Chan, the music, the illustration and the tips he gives us to become a better freelance artist…”
November 21st, 2011 by admin
Client: Kult 3D / Facebook Singapore
Exhibition / Event: Facebook Singapore Office Launch Event
‘Facebook Island’ was created for the Singapore Facebook Office Opening Reception. I was one of 6 artists chosen for this grand event, creating a massive A0 sized illustration based on a ‘Facebook’ fact. The success of this event meant the artworks will be adorning many more Facebook Offices around the world - not just as artwork, but as T-shirts, Tote bags and other merchandise for friends and clients.
You definitely need to view More details on Behance to fully appreciate this piece ^^ thank you for your support.
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November 18th, 2011 by admin
Client: Mojoko / Kult 3D / Singapore
Publication/Event: Cutlog - Contemporary art fair - Paris
Very honoured to be a part of this special edition of Kult magazine ‘Neo Folk’ - which accompanied an exhibition in Paris, part of the exciting Cutlog - Contemporary art fair. What makes this super special is the collection of work, by a new wave of Asian artists.. “..rediscovering their roots..inspired by their heritage..” - promoting and celebrating young Asian illustrators -
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Big thanks to Steve and the Kult Team..
November 17th, 2011 by admin
Client: Iconemesis
Products: Little Escher Blue / Traffic / Play in Space
Interview: Digital Arts Magazine
Just got some iPhone cases through the mail from Iconemesis.
3GS = Traffic
4G = Play in Space.
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November 17th, 2011 by admin
Project: The Renmen Project x Blood Sweat Vector collaboration ‘poster series’
Woke up this morning to 50+ emails from behance (and increasing by the minute), with comments and follows to the Blood Sweat Vector x The Renmen Project print series. We were featured on the Behance main gallery page - it was a very pleasant surprise and a great start to the morning..
So, if you’re struggling for Christmas present ideas, support a good cause and get this set of beautiful prints by these wonderful artists. Thank you from everyone at The Renmen Project and Haiti earthquake appeal..
Limited edition of 20 sets
A3 Quality Prints
Available to purchase at:
The Renmen Shop
Click here for *MORE DETAILS*
November 7th, 2011 by admin
Client: Dorling Kindersley
Publication: The Spy Book
A double page illustration I did earlier this year for a childrens book, ‘The Spy Book’ which has recently been published. My illustration involves the ancient master of espionage, the Ninja - infiltrating a highly guarded castle using a variety of Ninja tools and skills.
More details on Behance
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October 27th, 2011 by admin
Client: Domestic Etch magazine
Exhibition: Summer themed - Double page spread
The Seventh Daughter ‘Nana’ :
“…On the seventh second of the seventh minute
On the seventh day of the seventh month
A girl was born, the Seventh Daughter ‘Nana’
Standing on the ‘diving board of life’
About to jump in to the deep end of ‘the future’
She is brave and bright, a fiery summer spirit….”
My illustration can be viewed normally or flipped upside down / reversing past and future (or please interpret it how you will)
More details on Behance
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October 24th, 2011 by admin
Client: LAMINATE x TKYO
Magazine: LAMINATE Issue 3
I have a small showcase in the latest Laminate DVD Magazine - available for purchase here
“…LAMINATE most wanted issue featuring top creative talents – Mark Ryden, Ray Caesar, Alex Gross, Greg Craola Simkins, Erwin Wurm, Philip Treacy, Charlie Le Mindu plus Prizes and a limited edition collection pack – iPhone Art Skins by Gelaskins, limited edition Posters/Prints, 30 days Stash Magazine, Sonoro audio, Uniform Wares, WeTransfer 10 free creative channels and much more!…”
October 23rd, 2011 by admin
Client: Splinter Design Studios
Exhibition: Open Studio | Liverpool Design Festival 2011
“…As part of Liverpool Design Festival we’ve been asked to take part in something called Open Studios…You can see some of our recent projects, talk to team members, and there will be some bits and bobs from fellow studio inhabitants Thunder Chunky and The Renmen Project…There will also be a very special mini-exhibition from Splinter alumni and top illustrator Stephen Chan! Below is a very sneak peak of his work.” - Splinter Design Studios
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September 20th, 2011 by admin
Client: The Concept Lounge
Exhibition: Idea Generator | London Design Festival 2011
Stephen Chan was invited to participate in The ‘Idea Generator’ - exhibition and workshops by the wonderful ‘Concept Lounge’ - which previews during The London Design Festival 2011.
“…The iGenimatron 2000 is a powerful machine possessed by many creative people in the world (secretly*). It has the ability to focus / filter / compress / all the masses of imagery your brain has captured, all the stories and fairytales every single word, all the facts and useless information, and turn it in to a ‘Gem of an idea’…”
More details on Behance
September 16th, 2011 by admin
Client: Iconemesis
Products: Little Escher Blue / Traffic / Play in Space
Interview: Digital Arts Magazine
“…iconemesis is about fusing together great artworks and our mobile phone cases. The idea behind iconemesis is to give you the option of expressing your individuality through your case. We aim to produce a great collection of beautiful artworks and will be collaborating with some of the industry’s finest artists…”
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featuring artists such as: Pomme Chan, Stephen Chan, Joanna Basford, Ian Stevenson, Carlos Garde Martin, etc
September 16th, 2011 by admin
Organiser: Raw Design Studio
Event: Raw5
Buy: The Raw5 Store
“…It’s hard to believe that Raw is very soon to be 5 and the studio is currently a hub of activity as we plan and prepare for our impending celebrations…..Over 70 pieces of birthday-themed artwork from designers and illustrators across the world were featured in the exhibition. Each unique canvas was up for sale at £15, with all profits going to our local charity for children and families, the Wood Street Mission….”
more details of my piece at my flickr
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“..The Mathematicals, the origin of numbers, the great great great ancestors of calculators. Back in more simple times, when you only needed to be able to count to 10 (which is easy peasy *if you’re lucky enough to own 10 fingers). Then lots of multiplying happened, some divide, and finally subtraction. Sad times…”
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