Aardvark Artwork

Aardvark Artwork Aardvark Artwork is an Art Studio specializing in design, illustration, gold leaf, hand lettering, s

Been awhile since I've posted on my page. I've been really busy with some very cool projects - including the Cover Art f...
07/10/2025

Been awhile since I've posted on my page. I've been really busy with some very cool projects - including the Cover Art for the fantastically cool song "Diamond Mic" & the new album "Special Characters" both by GrayBeat. Will share some of my artwork on these projects & some other cool projects I've been working on. Meanwhile, get yourself a brand new mug with some of my Artwork. Collectors items, for sure! Get 'em while you can!

Congratulations GrayBeat on your new release "Star Gram"!!! It is awesome!! 🌟🎶🌟Star Gram is also my latest Artwork. Chec...
11/25/2024

Congratulations GrayBeat on your new release "Star Gram"!!! It is awesome!! 🌟🎶🌟Star Gram is also my latest Artwork. Check out the cool animation that was added to the Artwork by Robin Sedivy (GrayBeat) for the video on YouTube, on the link below. Woooo!! Very cool! Star Gram is upbeat & inspiring in so many ways.... Thank you GrayBeat !!! ❤️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqJyeAvFCZs

Have to share this very cool animation of my latest Album Art. Robin Sedivy/GrayBeat did an outstanding job animating my...
11/01/2023

Have to share this very cool animation of my latest Album Art. Robin Sedivy/GrayBeat did an outstanding job animating my Artwork. Love it! "Diamond Mic" is a really cool tune by GrayBeat/Mpls collaborating with Hookdiggy/Atlanta. Starting off with some old school Hip-Hop, transforming into quite an incredible production. Make sure to listen to"Diamond Mic" coming out this Friday, November 3rd! You're going to love it!

“Diamond Mic” is my latest Album Artwork for GrayBeat. Really had a blast putting this together! With so much going on i...
10/29/2023

“Diamond Mic” is my latest Album Artwork for GrayBeat. Really had a blast putting this together! With so much going on in life these days, it was an awesome getaway to the other side of my dreamy mind. Lots of colors and sounds come from this great tune - Hip-Hop, some amazing drumming, the drone of the guitars and just pure fun, all around. The Artwork was created based on a very simple, quick sketch by the Music Producer in the family, Robin Sedivy. Always inspiring...

Here are a few examples of my gold leaf transom work. It’s been an honor & a privilege to have been asked to create the ...
08/29/2023

Here are a few examples of my gold leaf transom work. It’s been an honor & a privilege to have been asked to create the design & gold leaf work for the name of many antique & classic boats. My appreciation of various artistic styles of the past, as well as current techniques, has been an invaluable resource to fit the name with the style & personality of these time capsules. I have a great appreciation for these works of Art created to navigate our waters. My time spent recreating the original gold leaf work on Baby Bootlegger was certainly a religious experience.

Of the variety of Art projects that I’ve created, the gold leaf projects are by far my favorite. There’s something about...
08/24/2023

Of the variety of Art projects that I’ve created, the gold leaf projects are by far my favorite. There’s something about the purity & luminosity of gold that’s attracted me since I was young. My appreciation of design styles of the past has been a great benefit in honing the design to fit the period where my gold leaf work is needed. I’d like to share some details from just a few of my 170+ gold leaf projects.

I’ve done such a wide variety of Artwork over these past years. But, most of my customer’s understanding of my work is o...
08/08/2023

I’ve done such a wide variety of Artwork over these past years. But, most of my customer’s understanding of my work is only based on the projects I’ve created for them. My talent in Design is what really keeps the quality & originality of my Art consistently unique, attractive and meaningful to my clients. Whether it’s logos, gold leaf, or wood signs, the design makes the difference.

Here's a few photos of my finished gold leaf design & storyboard for Miss Muskoka. Hard to believe... but, this is the 3...
09/05/2021

Here's a few photos of my finished gold leaf design & storyboard for Miss Muskoka. Hard to believe... but, this is the 32nd storyboard project that I've completed over the last 12+ years. As you can imagine, they're very close to my heart. Working with gold to create unique & original designs of the 20's & 30's for each of these historically significant watercraft, is a labor of love for me.

Along with the design aspects, I also complete a thorough research of the history of each one of these special boats. Over these years I've met some very interesting people from all over the country; people that have first hand knowledge and expertise in regards to each one of the boats I've researched. I document what I've compiled & write up the full story, along with a condensed version on the storyboard. Through historical research & design, I've been able help uncover their personality & the unique adventures each boat has navigated. They, just like us, have some interesting stories to tell.

Another perspective on my storyboard projects. This is actually my perspective while I'm gilding and outlining. Believe ...
09/01/2021

Another perspective on my storyboard projects. This is actually my perspective while I'm gilding and outlining. Believe it or not, I do this upside down. There are reasons... I'll post the final version right side up. This is a pretty interesting view, with a field of varnished mahogany reflecting images of some of my Artwork. btw... really difficult to do the skinny outlines around the gold leaf at that stage. But very rewarding to see it completed.

Address

5053 County Road 13
Nisswa, MN
56468

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(218) 963-7794

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