Confinement, restrictive rules, social distancing… It’s hard to keep a cool head in the age of the coronavirus. Between washing your hands and ordering your groceries online, here are a few illustrators on Instagram you might consider following in a bid to keep calm.
1. @josie.doodles
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Throughout the year, Sydney-based graphic designer Josie Doodles produces hand-drawn comics — “to get away from her computer” — which she publishes on Instagram. More often than not her adorable little round characters offer inspiring solutions for day-to-day existential worries.
2. @chibirdart
“Cute and motivational drawings to brighten your day!” Little plump animals set the tone for this account which offers gently humorous advice for everyday life. In a recent publication, chibird presents a typology of six stay-at-home characters including a chick at rest, a house-cleaning hedgehog and a penguin who enjoys hobbies and finding things to do.
3. @claire__ritchie
A breath of beauty offered by Claire Ritchie. On her Instagram the Brisbane-based artist offers a host of joyful and colorful works.
4. @beciorpin
Also in Australia, Beci Orpin offers a reminder of the right habits to adopt.
5. @leamaupetit
From her Parisian apartment, Léa Maupetit posts naive and poetic images about her day-to-day life.
6. @jeremyville
Heading over to New York, Jeremyville also offers inspiring messages for times of trouble.
7. @thegoodadvicecupcake
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Definitely one of our favorites and high on top of our illustrators to follow on Instagram list, the Good Advice Cupcake teaches you to look on the bright side whenever you feel down.
This article was published via AFP Relaxnews.