Today we’d like to introduce you to Cam Villar.
Hi Cam, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My path started in illustration, where I spent years learning to draw, and sharpening my eye for design, storytelling, and composition. That foundation gave me a deep appreciation for structure—but over time, I found myself drawn to the expressive possibilities of abstraction. I began exploring mood, gesture, and color on a larger scale, and that shift unlocked a more instinctive, emotional approach to creating. Today, I focus on bold abstract works—paintings and prints that bring a sense of energy, elegance, and atmosphere to the spaces they live in, whether that’s a collector’s home or a corporate interior.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I spent years refining my eye for composition and visual storytelling as an illustrator and architectural draftsman. But as time went on, I felt boxed in by the commercial demands of the field. I wanted more freedom—more room to explore emotion, ambiguity, and instinct. Shifting into abstraction wasn’t easy. I had to unlearn habits, take creative risks, and navigate the uncertainty that comes with reinventing your voice. There were stretches when nothing I made felt right. But over time, I found clarity in the chaos.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I specialize in bold, gestural pieces that explore atmosphere, energy, and emotional resonance. My work is rooted in a background as an illustrator, which gives it a strong sense of composition and structure—even in its most expressive moments.
What I’m most proud of is how collectors respond to the mood of the work. Whether it’s a quiet piece that calms a space or something more dynamic that commands attention, the art becomes part of the environment in a way that feels intentional and alive.
What sets my work apart is the balance I strike between raw instinct and visual refinement. There’s texture, movement, and emotion—but also restraint. I’m not chasing trends. I’m building a body of work that feels timeless and quietly powerful, designed for people who want more than just decoration—they want presence.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
The most important lesson I’ve learned is that clarity comes from doing. You can wait for the perfect idea or moment, but real breakthroughs happen when you’re deep in the process—making, questioning, adjusting, and sometimes starting over. As an artist, I’ve learned to trust the act of creation itself, even when the direction isn’t clear. That willingness to stay in motion, even through doubt or discomfort, is where the work evolves—and where your voice really starts to take shape.
Pricing:
- Prints available online
Contact Info:
- Website: http://www.modernartcam.com
- Instagram: @modernartcam
- Facebook: modernartcam
Image Credits
Cam Villar
