Aqua Boy 'Reading Mermaid' Print Available

Artist: Aqua Boy
Title: Reading Mermaid
Medium: Handpulled 3 Color Screen Print
Size: 12 x 8 Inches
Edition: 30
Price: $20

  

Craig Bostick is a multifaceted illustrator, painter, and designer based in Boston, Massachusetts, in the United States. Operating under his creative studio Aquaboy Drawings and Design, Craig Bostick has cultivated a distinctive aesthetic that blends mid century pop culture with modern graphic sensibilities. While his exact starting date for focusing on art is rooted in a lifelong passion for drawing, his career gained significant momentum through his contributions to prominent independent comics and anthologies. He is recognized for his work in publications such as No Straight Lines, QU33R, Boy Trouble, and THREE. Collectors of limited edition art prints and posters often seek out his work for its bold lines and retro influence, which can be found across various media including animation and traditional painting.

The formal education of Craig Bostick provided a strong foundation for his versatile career as an animator and illustrator. He has successfully bridged the gap between commercial illustration and fine art, with his work appearing in major books like The Book of Jezebel and Bazaar Bizarre. Among his most famous pieces and series are A Career Girl's Vacation on Venus and the Go Go Girl series, which showcase his ability to craft narrative through a unique visual lens. His portfolio also includes diverse projects ranging from band posters to intricate character designs, making him a staple figure in the Boston creative scene.

Significant accomplishments for Craig Bostick include his involvement in the Ignatz Award winning anthology QU33R and the Lambda Literary Award winning No Straight Lines. His work has been featured in exhibitions that celebrate the intersection of underground comics and contemporary illustration. While he maintains a strong presence through his own storefronts and digital galleries, his participation in curated shows has solidified his reputation among poster collectors and art enthusiasts alike. By consistently producing high quality limited edition items, from screen prints to custom apparel, he remains a key artist for those looking to invest in unique and culturally resonant graphic art.