Some of the world's most famous faces get an illustrated, minimal makeover in this collection of avatars.
Tyrion Lannister takes on Ryan Putnam's illustrative style
Designing an illustrated avatar for your own website takes some inspiration and creativity. Freelance graphic designer Ryan Putnam didn't only create his own – he went on to produce a project which sees some of the world's most famous faces recreated in a magnificent, minimal style.
My approach to my work is fun, personal, and always forward-looking," he explains. "My goal is to combine craft functionality with fine art integrity and the exacting principles of design." Usually working with his trusty Moleskine notepad, Putnam has created everything from coffee cup designs to textiles.
The likes of Walter White, Tyrion Lannister and more have been transformed into Putnam's illustrative style. Using their most iconic aesthetic attributes, the minimal style works perfectly throughout. Team that with the excellent background colours and you've got yourself an inspiring avatar project.
Have you seen any inspiring avatars? Let us know in the comments box below!
Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access
Sammy Maine was a founding member of the Creative Bloq team way back in the early 2010s, working as a Commissioning Editor. Her interests cover graphic design in music and film, illustration and animation. Since departing, Sammy has written for The Guardian, VICE, The Independent & Metro, and currently co-edits the quarterly music journal Gold Flake Paint.
