MGMT

by Wendy Ding: Illustration

Throw Pillow

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Throw Pillow made from 100% spun polyester poplin fabric, a stylish statement that will liven up any room. Individually cut and sewn by hand, each pillow features a double-sided print and is finished with a concealed zipper for ease of care. Sold with or without faux down pillow insert.

At last, my illustration of MGMT is complete! I captured the band in a visual fashion akin to the sound they’re famous for: kaleidoscopically psychedelic.

I’ve been meaning to illustrate in a format other than the standard square or rectangle. The circle felt perfect since it’s representative of the kaleidoscope viewfinder and it’s the shape of a vinyl record so there’s an added tie to the music theme. I gave each band member a plethora of colours scattered with geometric shapes and a prism for the kaleidoscope effect. Also in the mix are corresponding music instruments!

The most fun and challenging part was fitting the funky shapes and instruments into the prism while looking like a kaleidoscope and not overshadowing the band members. I practically lived in a kaleidoscope for a week rearranging and tweaking the opacity, tilt and size of each shape. It was certainly a labour of love! Now, back to fondly waiting for their third album…

Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop

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Pat Butler commented on April 16, 2012 7:54am
Awesome Wendy- I love this one! Must have been a fun project for you, listening to their music while working on this.
Wendy Ding: Illustration commented on April 16, 2012 7:56am
Thanks Pat! I really let myself drift into MGMT land while listening to their music and working on this.
black ghöst commented on April 16, 2012 9:32am
sweet! love MGMT, love your illustration! :D
📷 VIAINA commented on April 19, 2012 7:56am
your illus are really great!!!!
elle moss commented on April 26, 2012 6:31am
wonderful!
Lena Klyukina commented on December 6, 2012 1:48am
LOVE MGMT! Great job;)