Julien Pacaud: Perpendicular Dreams

by | Oct 9, 2009 | COMMUNITY

From the artist: “I’m a french illustrator, currently living in Le Mans, France.

From the artist: “I’m a french illustrator, currently living in Le Mans, France. Before becoming an illustrator, i was, by turns : an astrophysician, an international snooker champion, a hypnotist and an esperanto teacher. I hope i can someday have enough free time to devote myself to my real passion : time travel.”

We wish Julien the best of luck, especially in the latter goal, which we have already achieved.


Illustration about Quentin Tarantino’s movie “Inglorious Basterds” for the 08/21/2009 Washington Post’s Style section.


personal work


Monthly illustrations for french soccer magazine “So Foot” (2008-2009)


“How stereotypes defeat the stereotyped” – Illustration for Time magazine, June 1st 2009 issue.


“Can Genetics Help You Find Love?” – Illustration for Time magazine, June 29th 2009 issue


llustration for “Le Monde” – December 14th 2008.


Personal, July 2007


Illustration for “XXI” magazine.

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