Meet the Artist @toddbratrud

Illustrative artist and Thrasher Magazine lover, Todd Bratrud, is the artist behind our first thank you card of 2025. Inspired by 90’s skateboard aesthetic, Todd loves using stickers as a special little bonus surprise for customers who place orders from his business. Read more about what Todd does and how he defined his style in the artist interview.

31 Dec 2024

Artist of the Month: @toddbratrud

Thank you card January 2025: @toddbratrud

A glimpse into the creative world of Todd Bratrud.

StickerApp: How would you define your style?

Todd: Early 90 skateboard graphics.

StickerApp: Who or what is your biggest inspiration/s?

Todd: Oddly enough, the guys making great skateboard graphics in the early 90s! Sean Cliver, McKee, Moish Brenmen, Justin Bell, Andy Jenkins, John Lucer.

StickerApp: How did it all start?

Todd: I got an issue of Thrasher Magazine, saw the artwork on the bottom of boards and in the ads... thats all it took!

StickerApp: What's your favorite app or program?

Todd: Adobe Illustrator, aside from the subscription cost ;)

StickerApp: Do you have a tip for those who are starting out?

Todd: Draw the stuff you like to draw, persistence, i would imagine Social Media makes being seen a whole lot easier, so just amass a collection of your own stuff that you feel represents you best and try share with the people and brands you think aline with what you are doing.

StickerApp: Why do you use StickerApp?

Todd: I LOVE stickers! Sticker App makes the best ones, quickest turnaround and the simplicity or ordering is so helpful!

StickerApp: What's your favorite material?

Todd: I'm a Clear guy myself! I've always loved how a clear backed sticker blends seamlessly into whatever you are sticking the sticker to!

StickerApp: How do you use stickers for your own business/personal brand?

Todd: I add a small stack of free stickers to most online orders i get from my webstore, and then i just love having a pocket full of stickers to add to the scenery wherever i'm at!