Being able to design artistically is a gift, no doubt about it. You can learn all the theories and study all the art of the great artists, and it will not make you an artist, it is something you have to have been born with. In today’s news we have collected five recent articles that showcase the art of amazing graphic designers, and I am sure you will agree they are amazing.

The Magnificent Art of Adi Granov

One of the most incredible modern illustrators is the Bosnian Adi Granov. He first came into the spotlight in 2004 when he worked on the Iron Man miniseries Extremis. Since then, he has created the comic book covers for a whole list of Marvel’s comic books. In 2006 he was hired to help create the Iron Man armor for the first film which turned into such a huge success that he was called back for more conceptual art for the second Iron Man film to be released in 2010. There are more than 40 incredible illustrations in this gallery so wait no more and let your jaw hit the floor!

The Weird Artwork of Tariq Sheshani

Tariq Sheshani is a graphic designer based in Amman, in this portfolio article they showcase his amazing, and strangely weird, typography and montage works.

Beautiful Illustrations by Diego Morales

Diego Morales is a graphic designer student from Bauru, Brazil. In this article, from Abduzeedo, they showcase his creative, unique and colorful art work.

The Art of Illustrator Arthur Depins

Arthur Depins is a genius. Plain and simple, his illustrations are so human and filled with subtle expression, it is hard to describe how amazing this guy’s portfolio is. In this article he offers a series of sexy and cute posters, and several art books that are showcases his infectious illustration style.

Featured Artist – Martin Rud

Martin Rud is a Danish Art Director with nearly 10 years of experience working advertising, design and marketing. His portfolio is truly amazing and shows his use of photography and manipulation to the max.

By Paul Andrew (Speckyboy and speckyboy@twitter).