The Big Eyes! Illustrated Portraits and Xylographies by José Saccone

José Saccone an illustrator, painter and woodcutter from Argentina, seems to have been fascinated by Xylography something that is visible in his work, not only in his Xylographies but also in his big paintings with those simple yet powerful bold lines. José’s work caught my attention once I laid eyes on his portraits with the big eyes revealing a pure sincerity of the illustrated face. Whenever he uses colors, he makes sure to have them bright and bold. His very impressive work has not passed unnoticed since it has been showcased in many exhibitions since 2007 up today. Check out more of José’s work on https://www.behance.net/saccone

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Maria Papaefstathiou

Maria Papaefstathiou is a Greek visual designer, poster artist and editor based in Athens, with over 30 years of experience in graphic design. She is the founder and editor of Graphic Art News, an international platform showcasing inspiring work in graphic design, typography, illustration and visual arts since 2010. Her creative work explores socially engaged poster design and portraiture, celebrating cultural figures from Greece, Jamaica and beyond. In 2011, she co-founded the International Reggae Poster Contest with Jamaican creative activist Michael “Freestylee” Thompson, connecting designers worldwide through art, music and social awareness.