Mattias Adolfsson facts for kids

Mattias Adolfsson (born 1965) is a talented Swedish artist and illustrator. He is famous for his very detailed and unique drawings. He often uses ink and watercolor in his art. Mattias lives and works in Sigtuna, a town near Stockholm, Sweden.

Early Career

Mattias studied at the University of Art and Design in Gothenburg. He earned a Master of Arts degree in Graphic Design. He first started studying engineering, but he found it boring. He then tried architecture before finding his passion in graphic design.

For 10 years, Mattias worked as a video game designer. He used his knowledge of math and architecture to create 3D images for games. He helped create graphics for popular games like Battlefield: Bad Company and RalliSport Challenge 2.

How He Creates Art

Mattias always carries a sketchbook with him. He believes it's important to draw often. When he travels or has free time, he uses his fountain pen to draw. He creates fantasy worlds based on what he sees around him.

His sketchbooks are very important for his published work. He has filled 39 sketchbooks in the last ten years! He often shares his progress on social media. When he returns to his studio, he adds shadows and depth with ink. Then, he uses watercolors to finish his drawings.

Mattias is a big fan of using social media. He uses blogs, Instagram, and Twitter to share his art with everyone. This also helps him show off his skills. His art and methods are even featured in a book called Sketching from the Imagination. One of his drawings is on the cover!

Album Covers

In 2007, Mattias was asked to create art for the band Dance Gavin Dance. He designed the cover for their album Downtown Battle Mountain. Since then, he has created art for all of their albums.

He also made artwork for The Old Ceremony's album Walk on Thin Air in 2009. Later, Weezer's lead singer, Rivers Cuomo, discovered Mattias's art. He loved it so much that he asked Mattias to create the artwork for Weezer's 2021 album, OK Human. This album cover was named one of the Top 40 Album Covers of 2021 by Dig! magazine.

Notable Illustrations

Mattias Adolfsson has created amazing artwork for many famous companies. These include Disney, The New York Times, WIRED magazine, and The New Yorker.

He has also done special artwork for other brands. He created designs for baby blankets and packaging for Atelier Choux. He also made art for Chipotle and Nickelodeon.

Mattias has even designed puzzles! Some of his puzzle designs include "Regatta," "Spaceship," "Music Maniac," and "Curiosity Cabinet."

Awards

Mattias has won several awards for his art:

• He received an award from American Illustration (AI # 39). Two of his drawings were chosen for their special hardcover annual book.
• In 2013, his work was named "The Most Beautiful Book of the Year" by Swedish Book Art. This award selects the top 25 books in Sweden each year. His book was displayed at the Royal Library in Stockholm and at international exhibitions.
• In 2021, he won "Best Album Artwork" at the Heavy Music Awards. This was for the album Afterburner by Dance Gavin Dance.

Personal Life

Mattias Adolfsson is married to Cecilia Levy, who is also an artist. They have two daughters. In his free time, Mattias enjoys skiing and hiking in the beautiful Swedish countryside.

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  Self-portrait of Mattias Adolfsson, a Swedish graphic artist and illustrator