Artist Statement

My work contains realistic imagery constructed both digitally and by hand. I mostly use printmaking and illustration as methods to communicate prominent subjects and chapters of my life. Drawing and photography have been fundamental in developing my visual language, while linocut, serigraphy and lithography have allowed me to expand upon my sense of color and narrative concepts. I’ve found that hand-printing images creates a product with a personalized layer that is essential to my self-reflective theme.

The stylistic inspiration for my work comes directly from comic books and films, as they are both forms of creative media that parallel my storytelling objectives. More recently, my life in Philadelphia has also influenced the way I work, and many images I photograph in urban environments often serve as the basis for compositions.

Biography

Chase Mrakovich grew up in Hershey, PA. He graduated in May 2021 from The Tyler School of Art at Temple University with a BFA in Printmaking. His work is based in illustration and printmaking practices, with experience in portraiture, caricature, and logo design. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.