Cristiano Siqueira’s portraits balance vector precision, texture presentation, and a hint of background story. I like his movement in his pen/brush strokes.

And, while vector isn’t new to most of us, I think most artists can get some tips from his clean but dynamic work.

My favorites?

Dots usage on this give you that “scientific” feel for this physicist’s portrait. Subtle back story, don’t you think? Sweet lines on his nose/mouth area. The upper lip was done so simply and it works for me!

Hair flow and entanglement is a tried and tested formula in vector art, though maybe used a little too much for my taste. Still, I’ll post this here cause he infused it really well with his excellent typography.

I particularly like the side highlights of this next one. Sometimes leaving uncolored spaces generate a lot of impact.

Cris’ composition rivals that of portrait photographers. Nicely done. Take note of his color palettes, too. He keeps it minimal, from 2 to 4 colors. That makes it easy on the eye to focus on one point.

What’re your thoughts on his style? If you guys have portfolios you want to share with me, send me a link! Would love to feature you here.