Logan Hughes
Arts North West
I am a digital artist. I use a range of digital tools like my iPad, stylus and primarily Procreate, but I have dabbled in other programs such as Clip Studio Paint, Ibispaint, Firealpaca, etc. I believe that Digital tools will never replace physical media however the digital workflow allows me to connect with a broad network of other creators around the world and have my work be seen more. These tools are also economic as once the first investment has been made I can create without worry about accessing extra resources.
The freedom to create and to express my feelings and thoughts through these artworks are an important part of my wellbeing, as I’ve created works based on memories, nostalgia and the feelings of say to day life. The digital tools that I have access to allow me to create rapidly without the fear of mistakes as the medium is flexible and forgiving. I’ve come to learn these programs more and more as time has gone by, only enhancing my experiences with them. I find I enjoy using bright colours and simple shapes while communicating the complexities of my life experiences.
Logan’s Creative Work
Artwork description
Untitled, 2024 Digital Illustrations
Artist Statement
I present three works created throughout the year. These pieces often emerged spontaneously, crafted in moments of emotional intensity, with little premeditation. Born from feelings and realizations that surged unexpectedly, and I didn’t always have the words to express them. Their simplicity is deliberate, as I intentionally embraced a minimalist approach, allowing the rawness of the emotion to come through without distractions. Vibrant colors were chosen to contrast the underlying bittersweetness, highlighting the complexity of human experience in its most unrefined form.
While each piece holds personal significance for me, I create with the hope that they will resonate with others and evoke reflections on their own life journeys. Even if the connection isn’t immediately apparent, I trust that viewers will find something familiar within them—a shared understanding or feeling that bridges the gap between artist and audience. Each work stems from a pivotal moment, something too profound to articulate with language alone. Through digital art, I aim to communicate emotions that transcend words, offering a visual language of expression. Created quickly, in bursts of inspiration, these pieces encapsulate moments of clarity and emotion that I believe others can relate to, finding sense of unity in the human experience.