Montygog Interview Response

Dave Perillo, also known as Montygog, is a graphic designer who uses vector art to create pop-culture-themed art pieces. The designs themselves seem to have a type of style to resembles those of the 80's. They are also based off of many pieces of pop-culture, like Batman and Dr.Who. This interview with Montygog is solely focused on inspiration as his art is said to be inspirational. What inspired him to get into Illustration was watching cartoons in the 70's and 80's, like Scooby-Doo, the Flintstones, and GI Joe. He was also inspired by great innovators and pop artists like Jim Henson, Walt Disney, and Andy Warhol. They have taught Montygog that art does not have to be so serious. Montygog also studied and taught himself what he can do with great art. He also had benefit from classes like color theory and typography. As a result, he graduated college with a BA in Graphic Design and became a strong illustrator. Montygog's advice to illustrators who wish to emerge in design is to continue creating if they have love and passion for it. He tells designers that it is important to have their own stuff unique and stand out from others, despite being influenced by other artists. Finally, Perillo states that copying should be avoided at all costs, as he believes that the world does not need "a million Garfields."