Ansley Vicknair is a largely 2-dimensional artist that specializes in drawing and painting, both traditionally and digitally. She uses personal experience and love of fantastical storylines to create visually distinct, appealing characters and worlds to inspire her art. Ansley uses overarching themes of dealing with mental illness and spirituality in her work. She is especially drawn to concept art and visual development for cartoons and video games for future careers.
Ansley Vicknair is currently a student at Valdosta State University and will receive her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in December of 2017. After she graduates she plans to pursue a career in Visual Development for cartoons and video games.
Reading has always been a passion of mine. To dive into a story so immersive that you as the reader can forget about the entire world around you is my favorite thing. In my art I convey emotion and history—fictional or historical—that connects to tell a story. I use fictional worlds and characters to connect others to fantastical imagery that still relates to everyday feelings and emotions.
Drawing and painting, especially with ink and watercolors, allow me to effectively portray my characters and stories. The level of detail I am able to achieve in my work, while still having a sense of fluidity, gives my work connectivity to the fantasies I imagine.
Themes of spirituality, overcoming hardship, and finding strength to move forward in life are prioritized in my works. My art is an emotional language that allows me to communicate through and discuss illness and specific personality traits.