Meet Justell Vonk!
Hailing from Ukraine, Justell Vonk currently resides in Hamburg. She possesses a unique artistic flair that seamlessly blends classical training with self-expression. While having attended art classes at esteemed institutions like the Gage Academy of Art in Seattle and the Moscow Academy of Art named after V. Surikov, this artist remains predominantly self-taught.
With a penchant for the enigmatic and the mysterious, her art revolves around the medium of black ink. From the depths of Justell Vonk's imagination, surreal creatures emerge onto the page, reflecting a fusion of nightmares, deep emotions, and fears. Drawing inspiration from folklore, their creations delve into the realms of the unknown, exploring the shadows of the psyche.
What sets this artist apart is her ability to infuse darkness with humor. While her drawings may be imbued with a sense of darkness, there is an underlying thread of playfulness that tickles the viewer's imagination. The juxtaposition of these elements gives rise to a unique and thought-provoking artistic experience.
Through her intricate strokes and captivating compositions, Justell Vonk invites us to confront our fears and embrace the unconventional. Her work serves as a reminder that even within the darkest corners of the human experience, there exists a whimsical side waiting to be discovered.
In summary, this artist captivates audiences with her self-taught expertise and mastery of black ink. Through her dark yet humorous creations, she opens a gateway into surreal worlds inspired by nightmares, feelings, fears, and folklore. Her art defies conventional norms and encourages viewers to explore the interplay between light and darkness in a truly mesmerizing manner.
Currently her works are represented by The Dark Art Emporium, Long Beach, California.
Publications:
Arcane Art Magazine (Issue #2).
Brut Magazine (Issue #5).
Black And White Art Book (Vol. 3).
Story book Discordance; A Soliloquy In Insomnia (Vol.1).
Comic book Insane Tales From The Dead (Issue #3).
MAD Art Magazine (Issue#1).
Lovecraftiana (Vol 1, Issue #4), 2017.
Monsters Holding Bitches (Issue #6), 2017.
Cover work for Poetry Book by Iran Infante - Tryptich of Madness, 2018.
Dirty Cult Anthology, 2018.
Comic Book Insane Tales From The Dead (Issue #4), 2019.
Oval Window by Josef Desade, 2019.
Strange Folklore By Justell Vonk, 2023.
The Ninth BHF Book of Horror Stories, Atlas Of Abominations, 2023.
Group Shows:
Horror Business, September-October 2017, Left hand Black Tattoo Studio And Gallerie, San Diego, California, USA
Darkerkant, 13-14 October 2017, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
Something Witchy, October 2017, The Hive Gallery and Studios, Los Angeles, California, USA
Tarot Card Group Show, October 2017, Ghost Gallery, Seattle, Washington, USA
11th Annual Holiday Mini Art Exhibit, November 2017, Ghost Gallery, Seattle, Washington, USA
Monkey Tree Show, April 7th - May 26th 2018, Aeon Gallery, Richmond, Illinois
Darkerkant, 11-12 October 2018, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
2 Year Anniversary Show, 2018, The Dark Art Emporium, Long Beach, California
Darkerkant, 11-12 October 2019, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
Rapture Show- Muse, October 26th 2019 - 11th January 2020, Aeon Gallery, Richmond, Illinois
Don't Wake Daddy XIV, November 30th - December 21th, 2019, Feinkunst Krüger, Hamburg, Germany
SQUARED, June 2020 Online Show, Penumbra Gallery
DOLCH Release Show, October 17th 2020, Felsenkeller, Leipzig, Germany
Darkerkant, 14-15 October 2022, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
Hailing from Ukraine, Justell Vonk currently resides in Hamburg. She possesses a unique artistic flair that seamlessly blends classical training with self-expression. While having attended art classes at esteemed institutions like the Gage Academy of Art in Seattle and the Moscow Academy of Art named after V. Surikov, this artist remains predominantly self-taught.
With a penchant for the enigmatic and the mysterious, her art revolves around the medium of black ink. From the depths of Justell Vonk's imagination, surreal creatures emerge onto the page, reflecting a fusion of nightmares, deep emotions, and fears. Drawing inspiration from folklore, their creations delve into the realms of the unknown, exploring the shadows of the psyche.
What sets this artist apart is her ability to infuse darkness with humor. While her drawings may be imbued with a sense of darkness, there is an underlying thread of playfulness that tickles the viewer's imagination. The juxtaposition of these elements gives rise to a unique and thought-provoking artistic experience.
Through her intricate strokes and captivating compositions, Justell Vonk invites us to confront our fears and embrace the unconventional. Her work serves as a reminder that even within the darkest corners of the human experience, there exists a whimsical side waiting to be discovered.
In summary, this artist captivates audiences with her self-taught expertise and mastery of black ink. Through her dark yet humorous creations, she opens a gateway into surreal worlds inspired by nightmares, feelings, fears, and folklore. Her art defies conventional norms and encourages viewers to explore the interplay between light and darkness in a truly mesmerizing manner.
Currently her works are represented by The Dark Art Emporium, Long Beach, California.
Publications:
Arcane Art Magazine (Issue #2).
Brut Magazine (Issue #5).
Black And White Art Book (Vol. 3).
Story book Discordance; A Soliloquy In Insomnia (Vol.1).
Comic book Insane Tales From The Dead (Issue #3).
MAD Art Magazine (Issue#1).
Lovecraftiana (Vol 1, Issue #4), 2017.
Monsters Holding Bitches (Issue #6), 2017.
Cover work for Poetry Book by Iran Infante - Tryptich of Madness, 2018.
Dirty Cult Anthology, 2018.
Comic Book Insane Tales From The Dead (Issue #4), 2019.
Oval Window by Josef Desade, 2019.
Strange Folklore By Justell Vonk, 2023.
The Ninth BHF Book of Horror Stories, Atlas Of Abominations, 2023.
Group Shows:
Horror Business, September-October 2017, Left hand Black Tattoo Studio And Gallerie, San Diego, California, USA
Darkerkant, 13-14 October 2017, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
Something Witchy, October 2017, The Hive Gallery and Studios, Los Angeles, California, USA
Tarot Card Group Show, October 2017, Ghost Gallery, Seattle, Washington, USA
11th Annual Holiday Mini Art Exhibit, November 2017, Ghost Gallery, Seattle, Washington, USA
Monkey Tree Show, April 7th - May 26th 2018, Aeon Gallery, Richmond, Illinois
Darkerkant, 11-12 October 2018, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
2 Year Anniversary Show, 2018, The Dark Art Emporium, Long Beach, California
Darkerkant, 11-12 October 2019, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany
Rapture Show- Muse, October 26th 2019 - 11th January 2020, Aeon Gallery, Richmond, Illinois
Don't Wake Daddy XIV, November 30th - December 21th, 2019, Feinkunst Krüger, Hamburg, Germany
SQUARED, June 2020 Online Show, Penumbra Gallery
DOLCH Release Show, October 17th 2020, Felsenkeller, Leipzig, Germany
Darkerkant, 14-15 October 2022, Cap San Diego, Hamburg, Germany