I discovered my passion for drawing as a young child growing up in New Orleans, where adults often remarked on my ability to capture the world with striking accuracy. Early on, my dream was to achieve photorealism in my work—a goal I eventually reached. However, I found myself creatively unfulfilled, realizing that a camera could do the same job more efficiently.
That insight became a turning point. I began shifting away from literal representation and started bringing the images in my imagination to life. For me, art is the power to transform a thought into something tangible, and it’s this translation of inner vision to outer reality that drives my creative process.
This approach led to my first role out of college as a newspaper illustrator, where I brought stories to life through visual storytelling. I expanded that skillset into informational graphics—visually communicating complex topics such as heart surgery, breaking news events, and even how New Orleans flooded during Hurricane Katrina. If it needed to be explained visually, chances are I’ve illustrated it.
Over time, my creative journey evolved further to include metal art and functional sculpture. From custom fire pits and automotive parts to motorcycles and other vehicles, I’ve continued to push the boundaries of what my imagination can create.
My goal remains simple and ambitious: to make the images in my mind a reality and share them with others through compelling, thought-provoking work.
-Vasin O. Douglas