How does Ryan Bubnis squash self-doubt? (Full interview)
Sock It to Me presents Artist Collaborations. Fresh and stylish new looks designed by artists Ryan Bubnis and Bouffants & Broken Hearts.
Sock It to Me: How would you describe your style? What inspires you?
Ryan Bubnis: My work is fun, playful, flat, graphic and deceptively simple. Some sources of inspiration for me have always been nature, skateboarding, music. And of course, hanging out with
SITM: How should people feel when they wear your socks?
RB: I hope that people feel good, positive and optimistic when wearing them. Connection is a big reoccurring theme in my work. I love the idea that someone would connect enough with my work to wear my images on their feet.
SITM: What’s the biggest difference between creating art for a mural versus creating it for a sock?
RB: Working on a large-scale mural is very physical. Your whole
SITM: How do you overcome self-doubt and remain focused on your goals?
SITM: Why do you think you and SITM make such a great match?
RB: I’ve been a fan of Sock It to Me for some time. A few of my illustrator friends have worked with them. I think what it comes down to is that the designs are fun, playful, accessible and inclusive and those qualities are very much in line with my own.
Check out more of Ryan’s work at his website, ryanbubnis.com and get yourself a pair of his socks today!