ABOUT!
My name is Zed! But online and within my practice I go by OHRADE (pronounced oh·raid)! I am a Narrm-based painter and comic artist. Im currently studying the Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts at RMIT!
Through my practice I explore the convergence of fantasy, everyday life and interpersonal relationships.
While mostly being process driven, my work also seeks to present a narrative. I like to urge the viewer to build a narrative around the world and characters presented in the work. These artworks are snapshots that imply a broader story! Whether one exists or not...
I like making work that is fun and punchy! I often end up incorporating my personal interests and hobbies into my work. Visual aesthetics and iconography from comics, movies and videogames are frequent and at this point impossible to pry from my visual style.
FAQs!
What materials do you use?
I typically work digitally for my illustrative and comic work. I use Medibang and Photoshop. I often paint with oil paints but I really want to get better at gouache!
Are you open for work?
Not at the moment as I am studying. But I still would recomend reaching out as I might have a moment here and there depending on what you are after! I do enjoy making things. Feel free to get in contact with me either through Instagram, Tumblr or the contact form on my "CV/Contact" page! I'll try to get back to you as soon as possible.
What work have you done previously?
Previously I have worked on posters, flyers, album covers and private commissions. Some unpaid work I have been in - collaborative projects such as zines and reanimation projects - have also provided me with valuable experience and skills. I am excited to get back into it as soon as possible.
TESTIMONIALS!
Zed is a passionate artist who captures pop media imagery in his paintings. His works have a whimsical energy thanks to the color and soft tones. Through his unique approach, Zed displays a passion for his subjects and creates a playful atmosphere through his creative process which is evident in his final paintings.
- TIANA BOSWELL, NARRM
Zed Hobbs’ work is largely made up of digital drawings, paintings and playful characters engaging in everyday life and other random fatastatical adventures. Hobbs has the unique ability to captivate the viewer into these fictional universes and scenarios that he creates through his joyful style of illustrating, delightful storytelling and the occasional sprinklings of absurdity. He takes commissions too, which is exciting for all parties involved.
- DANNI PLEMING, NARRM
Living and working on Stolen Land. Sovereignty was never ceded. Always was and Always will be Aboriginal land.