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Today, we’d like to introduce you to the illustrations of the artist behind After Skool—a project that transforms deep thinking into powerful visuals through both drawings and animations. Using art as a lens, the illustrator explores themes like philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery.

Scroll down to explore the illustrations created by this artist, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Can you relate to any of them?

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#1

Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery, depicting armed figures controlling suffering people around a globe.

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Rosecrucian Roeth
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6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And to think that was long before the orange menace!

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“What inspired me to combine art with philosophy and spirituality? Honestly, it just happened naturally,” the creator of After Skool shared. “Creating art has always come naturally to me, but I realized at a young age that simply being able to draw accurate depictions does not make a good artist.” He added, “Each and every one of us has had unique experiences. This is what makes you uniquely you.”

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    #3

    Colorful illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with symbolic characters and surreal elements.

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Darn - there are so many downvotes already I can't respond directly - fu‍ck off, Kravitz. 🎣

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    “I hope my videos and art inspire people to think critically and question everything,” he said when asked about the impact he hopes to make. “So much of the content online does nothing to improve people’s lives. In many cases, it does the opposite.” His goal? “That people walk away from my videos feeling like they actually learned something that can be applied to their daily lives in a positive way.”

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    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with figures in hamster wheels transitioning from nature to industrial cityscape.

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    When it comes to the work he’s most proud of, he said, “I’d have to say my latest video. One of my mantras is ‘Kaizen,’ a Japanese concept that translates to ‘continuous improvement.’” But the video that struck the biggest chord with viewers? “The one on Mass Psychosis in 2021. It explained how an entire population can become mentally ill.”

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    #6

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery showing a machine turning free children into obedient adults controlled by media symbols.

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    ROB
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is so so true

    #7

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery showing a person trapped in a wheel with distractions and alien images.

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    Asked about what’s next, he shared, “The landscape of YouTube has changed significantly since I began 9 years ago.” He’s staying committed to animation but expanding his vision. “I’m also looking to move into children’s books—especially since I just had a daughter.”

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    #10

    Colorful illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with skeletons and a glowing ascending figure.

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    #11

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with contrasting attitudes of learning and stubbornness.

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    #12

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery shows person chained to past burdens, symbolizing spiritual and emotional release.

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    Lotekguy
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... or by ignorng the FACTS of the past.

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    #13

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with people holding masks facing a snake wearing a mask covered in green slime.

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    Lotekguy
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The hardest lies about you to tolerate are the ones that have some truth in them.

    #14

    Illustration exploring creativity, spirit, and self-discovery with vibrant colors and inspirational philosophy quotes.

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    #15

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with a meditating man by a koi pond and peaceful nature.

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kravitz, maybe if you started something like zen you wouldn't feel the need to go around categorising and condemning others all the time under multiple identities. 🎣

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    #16

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery showing uniformed figures with smiling masks hiding a blue, sad figure.

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THIS is where Kravitz belongs - with all the sheeple. 🎣

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    #17

    Illustration of a person meditating by a cliff under colorful clouds, exploring spirituality and self-discovery through art.

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    pjg237
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bob Ross was such a gentle soul, but even he thought Kravitz is an A.S.S.H.O.L.E.

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    #18

    Illustration of a person rowing a boat with a torch on water, exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery.

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    JK
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeez, I needed to hear that right now. Thanks.

    #19

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery shows figures with boxed heads walking toward a large eye on a structure.

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    JK
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any coincidence that the head boxes are red?

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    #20

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with colorful emotions and a meditating figure under abstract eyes.

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    JK
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Overthinking, shutting off the analytical part of your brain can be difficult, especially when you are laying in bed at night.

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    #21

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with a journey from fear to courage and triumph.

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    #22

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality featuring ancient symbols and wise figures in a self-discovery themed artwork.

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    Rosecrucian Roeth
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the white house is all about................insatiable stupidity!

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    #23

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with characters reflecting on life by doing nothing and feeling.

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    #24

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with a person holding a mask and a colorful face inside.

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    #25

    Illustration of meditation with red and blue dragons symbolizing philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery concepts.

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    #27

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality with a brain and meditating figure balanced by a DNA strand under a sleeping cloud.

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    #28

    Colorful illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with cosmic and nature elements surrounding a human face.

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    Rosecrucian Roeth
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can imagine the orange menace trying to get his head around this......................although one would need some degree of intelligence to do so.

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    #29

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery showing a fiery king facing a dark, spiked demon figure.

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    #30

    Illustration exploring spirituality and self-discovery shows a man hanging off a cliff holding ego, helped by a glowing figure.

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    #32

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality showing a person opening a door to a vibrant nature scene with a rainbow and river.

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    #33

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with a quote by Marcus Aurelius about fear and loss.

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    #34

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with humans evolving from nature to technology in a vibrant, thought-provoking scene.

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    #35

    Illustration exploring spirituality and self-discovery shows a person facing symbolic flames and a radiant winged eye.

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    Maggie Fulton
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for the biblically accurate angel.

    #36

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality showing contrast between greed on a ship and joyful family building sandcastles on a beach.

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    JK
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I gotta send this one to my sister.

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    #37

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with a family scene and a quote about love and children.

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    #38

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with a Marcus Aurelius quote against a bright blue sky and ancient cityscape.

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    #39

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery showing contrast between hate and harmony with nature and animals.

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THIS is where Kravitz lives. He wants revenge and validation for an insupportable point of narrowness and rigidity. 🎣

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    #40

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery showing the mind controlling impulses while the body pursues discipline and health.

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    Someone
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a question out of place, did he just throw the books that are in the floor? That is not acceptable.

    #41

    Colorful yin-yang fish illustration with people and a monk, exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery themes.

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    NerdingOut(NatureEdition)
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Knowledgeable about issues and being mad at them is understandable that's different than true wisdom but you attacking a group is definitely not cheerful

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    #42

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality with a man training his mind to see opportunities over obstacles.

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    #43

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with colorful fruits and a quote about intelligence, ignorance, and illusion.

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kravitz, they are calling your name here, punkin! 🎣

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    #44

    Illustration exploring philosophy and self-discovery with a person trapped in suffering and a guide toward new outcomes.

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    #45

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with a glowing meditating figure and contrasting groups around it.

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    #46

    Illustration exploring philosophy, spirituality, and self-discovery with people rowing boats and a smiling sun above.

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    #47

    Illustration exploring spirituality and self-discovery with divine figures and a meditating person surrounded by nature and light.

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    #48

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality shows a figure escaping a cage labeled dogma toward vibrant, colorful abstract shapes.

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    #49

    Illustration exploring self-discovery and spirituality with abundance symbols and a meditating figure under the sun.

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    #50

    Illustration exploring philosophy and spirituality with colorful eyes on flowers, tree, and a figure symbolizing self-discovery.

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    JK
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I often walk about 3/4 mile down my city street to shop and it took me a while to stop and admire the small sidewalk gardens my lovely neighbors have tended.