High Artist Spotlight: Simple Heady
Simple Heady is a freelance artist with over 20 years of experience in illustration, sign art, comics and painting. Simple Heady is inspired by the intricate details and natural simplicities all around, creating a sometimes surreal, psychedelic exploration, with notes of humor and maybe even a bit of insight.
We recently caught up with Simple Heady after High Art 2022 to learn more about his most recent inspirations:
Where do you find your creative inspiration?
Anything that sparks some wonder.
Why do you do what you do?
Because I'm a fan.
Because I'm a fan.
What art/artist do you most identify with?
Comics, graffiti art, album covers, murals, tattoos, signs, illustration... many others but any artist that puts in the work to dig deep and master their craft.
What themes do you pursue the most?
Life, nature and fictional creatures
What role does an artist have in society?
Entertainment, inspiration, beautification, criticism, reflection and something to look at.
What is your artistic outlook on life?
Master your craft and have fun
What advice would you give to your younger self?
We should switch places
Do you listen to music while you are creating? If yes, tell us your favorite song and artist.
Yes! It changes all the time
What's the best thing about being an artist?
Getting lost in creation and being satisfied with a completed project
What is your dream project?
Mural on a spaceship