BRECHT VANDENBROUCKE
KIWI MATE
BRECHT VANDENBROUCKE
KIWI MATE
Brecht Vandenbroucke is known for his vibrant, hand-painted drawings that sit somewhere between comics and illustration
His work is bursting with references to pop and game culture, blending playful storytelling with a sharp visual sensibility. Drawing inspiration from both Disney cartoons and pop art, Vandenbroucke creates energetic scenes packed with character and movement. His dynamic illustrations have appeared in publications such as Le Monde Diplomatique, The New York Times, and Humo, where their rich layers and cultural nods invite viewers to keep looking and discovering more.
The story behind "Ride Along With Us"
"I set out to create an image bursting with vitality. A scene that captures the constant transformation of our world as it shifts from night to day." Brecht describes. "I’ve always had a soft spot for gremlin-like creatures, beings that can transform just as nature does, so they became the spark for this artwork. From there, I imagined an organic character riding a vehicle, overflowing with movement and natural energy. On the back, another figure is enjoying a drink, and that detail is very intentional. Nearly half of our bodies are made of liquid, so what we consume matters. Fluidity, change, and motion are simply part of being alive, and I wanted every element in the illustration to resist stillness. The scene could unfold in daylight or darkness. The moon rests with its eyes closed, while a turtle in its shadowed shell stays wide awake. Some characters embrace chaos and race ahead. Others do their best to keep up. A few choose to hide for a moment, and that’s perfectly okay. This artwork is an invitation: to step into that spectrum of energy and motion, and to ride along in your own way."
