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DONNA CUMPTON
Illustrator &
Visual Designer
Fragments
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Illustrations
[ 01 ]
childrens book illustration
An original oil-on-canvas illustration created for the opening page of a children's book, inspired by the line “The monster showed up just after midnight. As they do.” from Patrick Ness's "A Monster Calls".
Technics oil on canvas
Year 2023
Illustrations
[ 02 ]
Poem Triptych
A personal three-part illustration series created as a visual narrative for a poem, inspired by a quote from Neil Gaiman's "The Sandman: The Wake": "Some things are too big to be seen; some emotions are too huge to be felt." Exploring themes of profound emotion and life transitions, this project blends Gaiman's influence with personal stories to evoke a deeply introspective mood.
Technics digital art
Year 2023
Illustrations
[ 03 ]
Dream Walker - first page of a comic strip
This ongoing project is a tribute to Winsor McCay's "Little Nemo in Slumberland." It follows the dream adventures of Little Taylor, inspired by a poignant childhood story shared by my father, who once sleepwalked across a multilane highway. The narrative reimagines this event, blending fantasy with reality as Little Taylor navigates surreal dreamscapes. The comic strip's first page marks the beginning of Little Taylor's dream adventure., where he meets a group of native characters guiding him through a spiritual initiation ceremony. This enchanting adventure ultimately leads him to cross a vast, ancient river, symbolizing the highway from his real-life experience.
Technics oil on canvas
Year 2023
Illustrations
[ 04 ]
monster
This piece explores the internal struggle of reconciling with one's "monster"—the sense of isolation that accompanies self-awareness. The drawing depicts a girl embracing a creature reminiscent of internal organs, symbolizing a longing for the primal comfort of the womb—a space where one feels unity and the absence of fear. In her other hand, she holds a cigarette, illustrating the tendency to seek a fleeting, artificial sense of connection in the quest to fill the void of lonliness.
Technics colored pencil on paper
Year 2022
Selected Projects
Selected Projects
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[ 01 ]
Southern comfort food truck Menu
A menu for a fictional food truck serving Southern comfort food with a secret twist—it's like a good old-fashioned diner that hosts a cozy, heartwarming burlesque show.
This food truck ambles through even the most remote places, doling out a hearty mix of comfort, joy, and a little bit of sass to those wandering through.
Technics digital art
Year 2023
[ 02 ]
Mythological Animals Zoo Map (1/2)
This project features a creatively designed map for a zoo inspired by The Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem and influenced by Native American mythology. I aimed to intertwine mythological creatures with the zoo’s biblical narratives. The layout parallels the actual zoo's design, reminiscent of a bird's shape, while I added a personal artistic touch by hand-lettering all the text.
Technics digital art
Year 2023
[ 03 ]
Mythological Animals Zoo Map (2/2)
This project features a creatively designed map for a zoo inspired by The Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem and influenced by Native American mythology. I aimed to intertwine mythological creatures with the zoo’s biblical narratives. The layout parallels the actual zoo's design, reminiscent of a bird's shape, while I added a personal artistic touch by hand-lettering all the text.
Technics digital art
Year 2023
[ 04 ]
Legofest poster series
Three posters for an imaginary festival celebrating LEGO's 90th anniversary focused on Danish tradition and creativity. The main poster and two supplementary posters outline the schedule for each festival day. I designed intricate, embroidery-like images using LEGO cubes arranged into mosaic patterns inspired by Danish folk art. This approach aimed to blend LEGO aesthetics with cultural elements, creating a versatile branding solution applicable to various event materials and merchandise.
Technics digital art
Year 2023
Design
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The Cross Family Vacation (1/2)
The Cross Family isn't your typical brood. They revel in the peculiar and cherish the eerie gloom of drab days under low, gray skies. But above all, they delight in a good, lucrative bargain. When dear Uncle found his quirky little hotel shrouded in off-season mystery, he extended an irresistible invitation to the family: a complimentary vacation at the hotel while he attends to some... "work." However, the family remained blissfully unaware that the lingering weather was not the only force keeping the hotel shrouded in silence this time of year.
Technics digital art
Year 2021
[ 02 ]
The Cross Family Vacation (2/2)
The Cross Family isn't your typical brood. They revel in the peculiar and cherish the eerie gloom of drab days under low, gray skies. But above all, they delight in a good, lucrative bargain. When dear Uncle found his quirky little hotel shrouded in off-season mystery, he extended an irresistible invitation to the family: a complimentary vacation at the hotel while he attends to some... "work." However, the family remained blissfully unaware that the lingering weather was not the only force keeping the hotel shrouded in silence this time of year.
Technics digital art
Year 2021
[ 03 ]
Botanist - Character Design
This character design project centers on an old, reclusive botanist devoted to protecting a magical forest. It features three key illustrations: a full-body portrayal reflecting his connection to nature, a poignant scene depicting his traumatic childhood experience of a forest fire that claimed his family, and a close-up that emphasizes the intricate details of his face.
Technics digital art
Year 2021
[ 04 ]
Morphing Face Gif
This project was created as an exercise in morphing animation focused on the theme "Cute to Brute."
Technics digital art
Year 2024
[ 05 ]
game character design
The Cross Family isn't your typical brood. They revel in the peculiar and cherish the eerie gloom of drab days under low, gray skies. But above all, they delight in a good, lucrative bargain. When dear Uncle For a gaming animation course, I designed a unique character: a gunslinging vaquero armadillo. This project involved creating a series of animations for various actions, including running, jumping, shooting, and standing idle, bringing the character to life in a 2D video game context. his quirky little hotel shrouded in off-season mystery, he extended an irresistible invitation to the family: a complimentary vacation at the hotel while he attends to some... "work." However, the family remained blissfully unaware that the lingering weather was not the only force keeping the hotel shrouded in silence this time of year.
Technics digital art
Year 2024
character design & animated Gifs
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[ 01 ]
ink drawings (1/3)
This collection of six felt pen and ink drawings from my personal sketchbook reflects my responses to current life-changing events in my country, inspired by my reading and personal reflections.
Technics INK
Year 2024
[ 02 ]
ink drawings (2/3)
This collection of six felt pen and ink drawings from my personal sketchbook reflects my responses to current life-changing events in my country, inspired by my reading and personal reflections.
Technics INK
Year 2024
[ 03 ]
ink drawings (3/3)
This collection of six felt pen and ink drawings from my personal sketchbook reflects my responses to current life-changing events in my country, inspired by my reading and personal reflections.
Technics INK
Year 2024
[ 04 ]
Prints (1/2)
This collection of four prints, created during a printmaking workshop, explores hand printing techniques. Inspired by a recent visit to Arizona and reflections on my heritage, it includes three engravings and one screen print.
Technics engravings & Screen print
Year 2024
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Prints (2/2)
This collection of four prints, created during a printmaking workshop, explores hand printing techniques. Inspired by a recent visit to Arizona and reflections on my heritage, it includes three engravings and one screen print.
Technics engravings
Year 2024
Prints & Ink Drawings
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