As we talk about the Hurray Design themes more and more, we asked several designers (Interior Designers and Architects) who are also into doing Illustrations to take the challenge of interpreting our Hurray Design Themes. Choosing a theme that they are comfortable with and creating an illustration to show their design intent.

Today, we tap artist, Pauline Mundia.

PAULINE MUNDIA @_paulthemoon 

Tell us more about yourself.

I'm Paul, short for Pauline. I like the weird reveal when people find out I'm a girl from my nickname. I'm a designer working for Hurray. I have interests as wide as the pacific, but if I have to name one it would be my great respect and love for art and the drive to create. In my free-time I enjoy giving unsolicited opinions on movies, songs, and books.   

What process and tools did you use for your illustration?

I'm still very much learning and grasping my way when it comes to digital art on an iPad but my favorite tools and apps to use are Adobe Photoshop Draw and Adobe Illustrator Draw, which are both free on the App Store. I also collaged elements using Photoshop on my laptop. 

I usually start by sketching and drafting out the lines or colorway I wanna use and then try to mimic shadows and textures using color. I tend to use the layer tool as much as possible as I build on the image I'm trying to create. 

Why did you choose these themes and areas?

I would normally go for Bold Eclectic and Casual Eclectic as I think these best resonate with my style, however there are other themes close to my heart that I want to incorporate my style with and that’s why I have chosen American Classic, Asian Contemporary and Contemporary Minimalist.

Do you feel the output will work to convey the theme's design intent? 

I wanted to create something that emphasize the elements of each theme more. Something that can only work with illustrations or mixed media representations. For example, enlarging the wallpaper accent and making it a focal point for American Classic as well as the other architectural wall accent for Asian Contemporary, and for Contemporary Minimalist, the Togo chair. 

What's your advice for designers who want to try out illustrations for Schematic Design? 

I think the only advice I could give, as I'm still also trying and learning as I go along the way, is to not be afraid to strike that stroke (there’s always the undo button. Haha!) It's important to not be afraid and ask opinions from your peers. And always remember that it should represent not just the message or design, but also your own personality.

And what's your advice for Illustrators who want to do spaces and interiors?  

Apps nowadays are very handy. There are tools you can use that have a vanishing point to create good scales and proportions for doing interior spaces. Explore the apps and understand what works best for you. Trying it out and making sure you're having a good time is the first step. 

If you feel you have something to share and contribute, please do not hesitate to send us a message at beyond@hurraydesign.com. We would love to feature more!