Ted Bairabas is a Bournemouth-based illustrator and animator whose work explores self-discovery and emotional catharsis. Their art often reflects the personal experience of living as a transgender person in today’s society, aiming to educate and provide representation.
Music is a driving force behind their creative process, shaping the visuals of their projects. Whether inspired by raw punk energy, riotous noise, or melancholic ballads, Ted channels sound into striking imagery that captures the intensity of emotion and identity.
Ted Bairabas
little big things is a visual metaphor for outgrowing one’s childhood home – both as a physical space and as a reflection of personal transformation. The piece explores the complexities of growing up, capturing feelings of claustrophobia, solitude, and bleakness, alongside a wistful longing for escape. Through its multifaceted narrative, it reflects the inevitable, uncontrollable process of outgrowing not just a place, but oneself.