We asked James what his inspiration for this project was and he shared...
"As cities start opening up and people are wanting to get outside and be social, I created a colorful summer-like cityscape that gives off good vibes. A place that offers the type of things I like to do when visiting an urban city that has beautiful parks, arts districts and gardens to explore, a place to meet your friends for a picnic or glass of wine."
He approached this map-like scene in a "Cruise around the City" type of illustration that could be a fun editorial feature or a city guide / map.
James is known for his stylish, sophisticated and often whimsical illustrations that can be seen on gift cards and packaging to textiles, editorial projects and brand advertising.