Justin Gedak

Justin Gedak is a self-taught digital artist based in Mission, British Columbia, who specializes in medieval gothic fantasy portraits. Born in 1982, Gedak has developed a unique workflow that merges photo manipulation with hundreds of digital paint layers. By meticulously scratching away at these layers using a drawing tablet, he creates a weathered, distressed texture that gives his digital works a physical, aged quality. His portraits center on the concept of resilience, specifically focusing on characters who are both strong and flawed. These figures represent the beauty of surviving personal hardship, emerging with a sense of inner strength. Though his practice is rooted in the digital realm, his work has reached collectors in over 24 countries, establishing a global presence from his studio in the Pacific Northwest.