On the Cover | Oct. 4, 2012
learn about this issue's cover art by Ian Kloster
Volume One finds its cover art in a number of ways, from local art shows to random emails to knowing someone who knows someone who knows a great artist. The art always originates from a current or former Chippewa Valley resident. If you'd like to submit cover art, send us a letter.
“Best of the Chippewa Valley” by Ian Kloster
Ian KlosterIan Kloster, an artist inspired by people, action, and imagination, received an illustration degree at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire in 2008. The imagery for this issue, contrived from those cultural experiences of living in the Chippewa Valley for six years, offers a glimpse of a fun, colorful community, that helped make him who he is. The work is accomplished with acrylic paint, india ink, and pencil on Rives BFK. ”
What we were thinking: "A huge thank you goes out to Mr. Kloster for taking on this year's Best Of the Chippewa Valley results issue. To do so, Kloster not only created a custom piece of artwork for the cover (above), but also nine other pieces to mark the beginning of each section in the magazine, based on general concepts such as 'chomping and chugging', 'arts', 'media', and more – all while retaining a cohesive style and adding local elements when appropriate. Check out the results of our 2012 Best Of Reader Poll – and the rest of Ian's artwork – right here. " – The V1 Staff
