The Genius Behind Damian Goidich

There is art that one can appreciate, and there is art that makes you stop. But there are few artists that do it as repeatedly as <a href="http://www.damiangoidich.com/" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Damian Goidich</a>. His beautifully loose and sometimes haunting works carry with them a relatable raw truth—one that brings the viewer back through time to simpler moments. I first reached out to Goidich for advice several years ago as I started my own art journey and was surprised when he promptly wrote back with an incredibly thoughtful message pointing me in helpful directions. When you’re as talented as Goidich, it builds trust in people when the humility matches the talent. I certainly have tried to pass that openness along. And so, as a long time admirer, I’m honored to share an exclusive interview with the master himself. <img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*pGhnEDuha9QN258uchNyGA.jpeg" style="height:892px; width:700px" /> KRASNER: First off, the basics, tell us a little bit about yourself! GOIDICH: Well, I’m originally from Detroit, Michigan, but currently reside on the west side of the state in Grand Rapids. I have a BFA in Illustration and an MFA with a concentration in drawing. I was a freelance Illustrator for a number of years; nothing exciting to write home about, but it was a good career. About eleven years ago I was invited to teach in the Illustration Department at Kendall College of Art & Design, a position I still hold in addition to my Fine Art practice. <a href="https://medium.com/profolio/the-genius-behind-damian-goidich-eea96b74cdf3">Click Here</a>