JOHAN PALACIO - BIO - ARTIST STATEMENT

      Johan Palacio is an artist who creates digital vector artwork that illustrates a narrative currently underdevelopment. The artwork illustrates the tale of a hero named SpiralEye who sets out on an his epic journey to save the world from a prophesied doom. Many of the images originate from visions and dreams while others are influenced from his studies in ancient civilizations, mythology, cosmology, and various religious texts. Through these illustrations, Johan presents a narrative that explores his curiosity into the unknown complexities of the supernatural and universe. The work is very autobiographical as well and reflects a personal spiritual journey meant to clarify and fulfill a purpose in life. It deals greatly with the overall improvement of the human self in its quest for perfection and inner peace. Eventually, projects will include a graphic/illustrated novel and animations.

      Born in Barranquilla, Colombia, Johan moved to the U.S.A. and was raised in Paterson New Jersey. Throughout his years, Johan focused on drawing, painting, traditional and digital photography, and graphic design. Johan published NightDreamer (Second Edition): a dark and dreamy collection of poetry and art in 2004 and has recently completed his Masters in Fine Arts.