Aliaga Mirguseinov - Pt. 2

How do you stay motivated during an art project?

- I constantly come back to my favourite artists on IG or Behance look through their new work and feel refreshed with new ideas.

Who is your favourite Flick artist?

- I like the style and technique of Rebecca Elfast. (Cosy Christmas).

Which children’s books have inspired your work?

- The two most loved that are from my childhood are: “Where the Wild things are” and “The Cat in the Hat”

What is your Winter Wish?

- To continue being myself in spite of the hardships that have happened recently in the world.

What is your top advice for the future generation of artists?

- To be open to new opportunities even if you already feel that you’re comfortable where you are. The next one might be even better.

Which song would you send to an alien to play in space?

- Any of Final Fantasy VII soundtracks or theme songs.

Name your top three cartoon characters.

- Samurai Jack, Courage, Jonny Bravo.

What is the hardest body part to draw?

- Hands of course

Do you have any projects that will eternally be a WIP?

- My personal dummy books that I plan to make into a portfolio to illustrate different stories that come my way.

Which video game have you played the most recently?

- Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Who is your favourite manga character?

- Luffy & Usopp from One Piece.

As a keen traveller, What do you love about Japan?

- The aesthetics of their culture and traditions left an impact on me when visiting. Also, their gaming culture which I had the pleasure to experience while being in Akihabara. 

Stranded on a deserted island for a year piece of art would you have to have?

- The Mona Lisa

What superpower would you have?

- The ability to stop and alter time. 

What is next for Aliaga?
-Continue doing what I love and bringing more beauty into the world.