Illustrator Melcher Oosterman has been flexing his creative muscles, producing standout commissioned work for athletic brand Adidas and the world-famous band Phish.
Ahead of football season, Adidas tapped Melcher to create a fully illustrated guide to the various positions in American football. Whether you’re new to the sport or simply need a refresher, his fun, energetic illustrations make the game approachable and engaging—guaranteed to spark a deeper appreciation for how it’s played.
When the genre-blurring band Phish announced three shows at the legendary Hampton Coliseum, they turned to Melcher to design an original screen-printed poster to help spread the word. Drawing on his signature hand-drawn linework, bold color palette, and intricate compositions, Melcher visualized the world of Phish with type treated as part of the illustration itself—seamlessly woven into a vibrant, detailed scene. The first run of posters sold out during the shows, and the second batch disappeared in under 12 seconds online. It was a project where music and art truly came together as one.
See the artwork from both projects below. For more of Melcher’s work, visit his Workbook portfolio.
Represented by IllustrationZone.
