Quick drawing for New Matilda Magazine, Iraq War, May 7, 2007

Written By Carl Gopalkrishnan (aka Gopal)

This is a rearview post from the past. The editor wanted something in like, 2 days, and I threw this together as a sketch with a photo for the New Matilda Magazine article Strange Liberators in May 9, 2007.

I was flirting with the idea of being a regular illustrator but the fast deadlines did my head it, so I never went down that path. I do admire artists that can do editorial on demand, it’s tough…

Carl Gopalkrishnan (aka Gopal)

Over the past two decades, Carl Gopalkrishnan's artwork has garnered international recognition for its ability to forge meaningful connections between cultural narratives in art and literature and the complex dynamics driving international law, intervention, and global conflict. Carl transforms our familiar cultural artefacts into new myths. Through his art he opens a door for legal and military minds to explore the creative, subconscious, and emotional nuances underlying doctrines that shape war and peace.

https://www.carlgopal.com
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