Doug Breuninger - Automotive Artist
“ I’am an automotive artist and designer with a deep passion for capturing the intricate beauty and dynamic aesthetics of cars in unique ways. My artistic journey is defined by two distinctive styles: One that celebrates the realism, highly detailed illustrations of cars on humble Post-It sticky notes, and another that brings a playful yet realistic twist to car caricatures. These two approaches reflect my dual love for both the precision of automative design and the fun, exaggerated side of car culture.
My Post-It sticky note series showcases my ability to draw with extreme detail and precision on a medium that is often overlooked, challenging myself to capture the essence of automotive design within the compact space of a Post-It. The challenge of working on such a small , temporary surface allows me to explore the tension between the permanence and impermanence in my work - each piece is intricate, yet to be fleeting , mirroring the transient beauty of the cars we love and appreciate.
On the other hand, my caricature-style automative artwork combine my technical understanding of vehicles with a whimsical, larger than life interpretation. This blend of realism with playful exaggeration allows me explore the personality and culture behind the cars themselves- each one an expression of its character, purpose, and reflection in automotive history.
Ultimately, my artwork is an amalgamation of my childhood passions and influences up to today. Whether through detailed studies on sticky notes or imaginative caricatures, my work captures the world of automobiles from a personal, intimate perspective, inviting viewers to see these machines not just as vehicles, but as icons full of life, energy, and history.
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