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My NY drawger friends probably know about my fondness for Coney Island...
And to coincide with the Hot Rods and Hairy Beasts show this new limited edition print is released today by www.20x200.com
11"x8.5"
Edition of 200 each $20.
22"x17"
Edition of 20 each $200.
40"x30"
Edition of 2 each $2000.
The Hot Rods and Hairy Beasts Show runs all this week, and it's looking pretty good even If I do say so myself:)
We're having a Private View on Thursday night so if any Londoners need hooked up with a invite then drop me an email.
Just popping up to remind any of you around the London area that I'll be taking part in the Hot Rods & Hairy Beasts Exhibition which opens next week. The PV is on Thursday so drop me an email if you'd like an invite. It's going to be a great show. Full Show Blurb follows...
Hot Rods And Hairy Beasts
An Illustration show - Coningsby Gallery
Monday 29th September until Saturday 4th October 2008
Hot Rods, Hula Girls, Hairy Beasts, Himalayan Head Hunters and the Holy Bible are just some of the subjects under discussion by illustrators Linzie Hunter,Rod Hunt,Nishant Choksi and Allan Sanders. No subject is too small for this group of seasoned professional illustrators and adventurers. With clients spanning the world of advertising, publishing, design and edtorial this band of battle scarred buccaneers are prepared for the eventuality of just about anything. Their motto is simple : to illustrate the obscure ...and beyond!
Linzie Hunter The terrifying Linzie Hunter originated from the barren highlands of Scotland but now resides in a North London suburb where she feasts on worms and grubs whilst working for clients including Random House, BBC, The Guardian & Little Brown. Linzie recently hit the headlines with her lettering work based on the spam e-mails in her inbox. Her book "Secret Weapon: 30 hand-painted spam postcards" is published by Chronicle Books in Autumn 2008.
Rod Hunt Born in rural Dorset, the diabolical Rod Hunt now inhabits the swampland of Greenwich, South London where he feeds mostly on shrubs and berries. Rod has developed a reputation for retro tinged illustrations & detailed character filled landscapes and among his client list he includes FHM, Maxim and Vodafone. Notably Rod illustrated the cover of the best selling book “Change the World 9 to 5” published by We Are What We Do. He is also Deputy Chairman of the Association of Illustrators.
Nishant Choksi The monstrous Nishant Choksi originated from a murky lagoon in the centre of London and is now often found foraging in the wooded areas of Crouch End. A real life B-Movie monster, Nishant is inspired by advertising of the 40’s and 50’s and has worked for The Washington Post, The Guardian, JWT, Macmillian and others. Nishant recently worked on a prominent print ad campaign for Vodafone and has just completed work on his first TV spot for them.
Allan Sanders Born in the frozen tundra of the Northern wastelands, the horrendous Allan Sanders, a mostly hairless biped, now resides near the water in a settlement known as Brighton. Existing on a diet of rock pool delicacies, Allan has produced quirky, character-based and often humorous illustrations for clients including New Scientist, The Economist, The Guardian and The LA Times. Last year Allan became the poster boy for The Oregon Humane Society’s “End Petlessness” campaign.
Hot Rods And Hairy Beasts is showing at the Coningsby Gallery, London from Monday 29th September until Saturday 4th October 2008.
Private View Thursday 2nd October from 6.30pm.
Just popping up to remind any of you around the London area that I'll be taking part in the Hot Rods & Hairy Beasts Exhibition which opens next week. The PV is on Thursday so drop me an email if you'd like an invite. It's going to be a great show. Full Show Blurb follows...
Hot Rods And Hairy Beasts
An Illustration show - Coningsby Gallery
Monday 29th September until Saturday 4th October 2008
Hot Rods, Hula Girls, Hairy Beasts, Himalayan Head Hunters and the Holy Bible are just some of the subjects under discussion by illustrators Linzie Hunter,Rod Hunt,Nishant Choksi and Allan Sanders. No subject is too small for this group of seasoned professional illustrators and adventurers. With clients spanning the world of advertising, publishing, design and edtorial this band of battle scarred buccaneers are prepared for the eventuality of just about anything. Their motto is simple : to illustrate the obscure ...and beyond!
Linzie Hunter The terrifying Linzie Hunter originated from the barren highlands of Scotland but now resides in a North London suburb where she feasts on worms and grubs whilst working for clients including Random House, BBC, The Guardian & Little Brown. Linzie recently hit the headlines with her lettering work based on the spam e-mails in her inbox. Her book "Secret Weapon: 30 hand-painted spam postcards" is published by Chronicle Books in Autumn 2008.
Rod Hunt Born in rural Dorset, the diabolical Rod Hunt now inhabits the swampland of Greenwich, South London where he feeds mostly on shrubs and berries. Rod has developed a reputation for retro tinged illustrations & detailed character filled landscapes and among his client list he includes FHM, Maxim and Vodafone. Notably Rod illustrated the cover of the best selling book “Change the World 9 to 5” published by We Are What We Do. He is also Deputy Chairman of the Association of Illustrators.
Nishant Choksi The monstrous Nishant Choksi originated from a murky lagoon in the centre of London and is now often found foraging in the wooded areas of Crouch End. A real life B-Movie monster, Nishant is inspired by advertising of the 40’s and 50’s and has worked for The Washington Post, The Guardian, JWT, Macmillian and others. Nishant recently worked on a prominent print ad campaign for Vodafone and has just completed work on his first TV spot for them.
Allan Sanders Born in the frozen tundra of the Northern wastelands, the horrendous Allan Sanders, a mostly hairless biped, now resides near the water in a settlement known as Brighton. Existing on a diet of rock pool delicacies, Allan has produced quirky, character-based and often humorous illustrations for clients including New Scientist, The Economist, The Guardian and The LA Times. Last year Allan became the poster boy for The Oregon Humane Society’s “End Petlessness” campaign.
Hot Rods And Hairy Beasts is showing at the Coningsby Gallery, London from Monday 29th September until Saturday 4th October 2008.
Private View Thursday 2nd October from 6.30pm.
Living nowhere near Calgary, I was unable to attend the opening of the Old School show at the Uppercase Gallery at the weekend.
"The “Old School” theme celebrates the aesthetics of twentieth century education through an art exhibition and companion book, as well as curated objects. It is inspired by vintage flash cards, old desks, biology class, science fairs, crayons, card catalogs, textbooks, class photos, teachers, yearbooks, lunchboxes, gym class, maps, lockers, report cards, film strips, recess, spelling, chalk… and the list goes on!"
Owner Janine Vangool has done a brilliant job converting the space into an old timey school classroom and with over 80 artists taking part it looks like a cool show
Here's my old school contribution to the show, a mixture of hand stamping, letraset and gocco printing.
Living nowhere near Calgary, I was unable to attend the opening of the Old School show at the Uppercase Gallery at the weekend.
"The “Old School” theme celebrates the aesthetics of twentieth century education through an art exhibition and companion book, as well as curated objects. It is inspired by vintage flash cards, old desks, biology class, science fairs, crayons, card catalogs, textbooks, class photos, teachers, yearbooks, lunchboxes, gym class, maps, lockers, report cards, film strips, recess, spelling, chalk… and the list goes on!"
Owner Janine Vangool has done a brilliant job converting the space into an old timey school classroom and with over 80 artists taking part it looks like a cool show
Here's my old school contribution to the show, a mixture of hand stamping, letraset and gocco printing.
It's still pretty amazing to me that my spam lettering project from last November has drawn so much attention.
Yesterday, I received a couple of advance copies of my spam book Secret Weapon - 30 Hand painted Spam Postcards which is being published by Chronicle Books.
Both Christina and Kim at Chronicle were great to work with and I had a lot of say in the overall design of the book.
Keen beans can now pre-order a copy from Chronicle or Amazon.
The current August issue of How magazine also has a six page feature about the project and how the book came about.
It's still pretty amazing to me that my spam lettering project from last November has drawn so much attention.
Yesterday, I received a couple of advance copies of my spam book Secret Weapon - 30 Hand painted Spam Postcards which is being published by Chronicle Books.
Both Christina and Kim at Chronicle were great to work with and I had a lot of say in the overall design of the book.
Keen beans can now pre-order a copy from Chronicle or Amazon.
The current August issue of How magazine also has a six page feature about the project and how the book came about.
A couple of weeks back I was contacted by Greg Klee at the Boston Globe to do a bit of lettering this years Globe100 magazine featuring the best businesses in Massachusetts.
This year marks its 20th anniversary and I was asked to illustrate the magazines title for a column which looked back over different industries in the region over the last 20 years. Greg referenced the piece below that he had seen on Illoz, for colour scheme and feel.
I worked on some lettering on the computer and also on paper using some nice pentel brush pens which I have become quite addicted to buying.
Some roughs using the lettering samples and lots of scanned papers.
It was a fun, stress free gig and Greg was very nice to work with to boot.
Rob D was kind enough to drop me an email today when he saw the finished piece in print... It was nice that he recognised it as my work even though they seem to have missed off my credit.
A couple of weeks back I was contacted by Greg Klee at the Boston Globe to do a bit of lettering this years Globe100 magazine featuring the best businesses in Massachusetts.
This year marks its 20th anniversary and I was asked to illustrate the magazines title for a column which looked back over different industries in the region over the last 20 years. Greg referenced the piece below that he had seen on Illoz, for colour scheme and feel.
I worked on some lettering on the computer and also on paper using some nice pentel brush pens which I have become quite addicted to buying.
Some roughs using the lettering samples and lots of scanned papers.
It was a fun, stress free gig and Greg was very nice to work with to boot.
Rob D was kind enough to drop me an email today when he saw the finished piece in print... It was nice that he recognised it as my work even though they seem to have missed off my credit.
Which way is figure moving - clockwise or anti-clockwise?
according to the Herald Sun article, if you focus hard enough you can make it move in the opposite direction - I managed it for a few seconds only.
The majority of people see it moving anti-clockwise and use more of their left brain:
LEFT BRAIN FUNCTIONS uses logic detail oriented facts rule words and language present and past math and science can comprehend knowing acknowledges order/pattern perception knows object name reality based forms strategies practical safe
While those that see it moving clockwise, are right brainers:
RIGHT BRAIN FUNCTIONS uses feeling "big picture" oriented imagination rules symbols and images present and future philosophy & religion can "get it" (i.e. meaning) believes appreciates spatial perception knows object function fantasy based presents possibilities impetuous risk taking
Which way is figure moving - clockwise or anti-clockwise?
according to the Herald Sun article, if you focus hard enough you can make it move in the opposite direction - I managed it for a few seconds only.
The majority of people see it moving anti-clockwise and use more of their left brain:
LEFT BRAIN FUNCTIONS uses logic detail oriented facts rule words and language present and past math and science can comprehend knowing acknowledges order/pattern perception knows object name reality based forms strategies practical safe
While those that see it moving clockwise, are right brainers:
RIGHT BRAIN FUNCTIONS uses feeling "big picture" oriented imagination rules symbols and images present and future philosophy & religion can "get it" (i.e. meaning) believes appreciates spatial perception knows object function fantasy based presents possibilities impetuous risk taking
...Thats how my tour book summarised the city of Brussels in Belgium.
Last weekend we took advantage of the cheapo Eurostar promotion thats currently running...How great to be able to travel to Belgium in 2 hours without the hassle of airport security.
It was my first visit to the city and for once was able to put my very basic french to good use..."How much for the waffle?", " I'm lost, but I'd like to go to the station" and "I'm sorry madame, I have lost my black hand clothes" were all verbal highlights you missed.
A must see for 50s enthusiasts is the 1958 worlds fair ATOMIUM... Sadly we were a bit early for the anniversary celebrations
But picked up a cool replica brochure
... And some postcards!
*Linzie's advice: if you visit, book in ADVANCE! And go when the Mini-Europe model village next door is actually open...
One of the things I most love when visiting other European cities is going shopping - first port of call was a kids book shop.
Beautiful French and Belgian books illustrated by Marc Boutavant, Benjamin Chaud, Oliver Latyk and Gwen Keraval
And then a quick visit to the famous flea market at Place du Jeau de Balle when I did my best to haggle in french.
One problem about starting a conversation in another language is that the person then assumes you can actually undertand what they are saying in return... Much of my haggling included the "happy face" and "very sad face" technique.
I left with an Interesting box of french letters and postcards from the 50s and 60s...
and too tatty old chidrens books for €1... The one with the creepy squirrel king actually has some really nice illustrations inside.
I did take a lot of photos of nice buildings like these in the Grand Place but sadly my camera is broken and I've lost most of them now... oh well
So instead, heres a tatty old resturant sign I liked!
One things Brussels is famous for is all the street art and murals on the sides of buildings.. they are everywhere!
And the best way to end any trip (or blog post) with a couple of beers at Cafe Novo
Until the end of the March Cafe Novo is hosting a nice exhibition of screenprints by Brussels artist Oreli and is well worth a visit if you find yourself in that neck of the woods!
Living nowhere near Calgary, I was unable to attend the opening of the Old School show at the 
Owner Janine Vangool has done a brilliant job converting the space into an old timey school classroom and with over 80 artists taking part it looks like a cool show
It's still pretty amazing to me that my 
Both Christina and Kim at Chronicle were great to work with and I had a lot of say in the overall design of the book.
The current August issue of 
A little Monday distraction - the front page of drawger as seen through the eyes of Wordle.net 
Just sharing this novel which I picked up in a local charity shop the other day for a couple of pounds.
Among all the other books, on the shelf, this spine really stood out
I have no idea who the designer was but I'd like to shake his hand... if he's still alive that is.
A couple of weeks back I was contacted by Greg Klee at the Boston Globe to do a bit of lettering this years Globe100 magazine featuring the best businesses in Massachusetts.
Some roughs using the lettering samples and lots of scanned papers.lhunter_globe100_72rgb.jpg)
It was a fun, stress free gig and Greg was very nice to work with to boot.
I've been clearing out my book cases and found 7 empty and/or out-of-date address books and diaries.
brush and marker pen fun
One of the great things about the internet is being able to communicate and collaborate with other illustrators and artists in other continents.
Available in 3 different colour choices they are limited to just 50 and are available from 
I usually overlook the boxes of these in junk shops but a I spotted this one recently in a local chairty shop and had to buy it.
The artist credit is 
...Thats how my tour book summarised the city of Brussels in Belgium.
A must see for 50s enthusiasts is the 1958 worlds fair ATOMIUM... Sadly we were a bit early for the anniversary celebrations
But picked up a cool replica brochure
... And some postcards!
Beautiful French and Belgian books illustrated by Marc Boutavant, Benjamin Chaud, Oliver Latyk and Gwen Keraval
I left with an Interesting box of french letters and postcards from the 50s and 60s...
and too tatty old chidrens books for €1... The one with the creepy squirrel king actually has some really nice illustrations inside.
I did take a lot of photos of nice buildings like these in the Grand Place but sadly my camera is broken and I've lost most of them now... oh well
So instead, heres a tatty old resturant sign I liked!
Until the end of the March Cafe Novo is hosting a nice exhibition of screenprints by Brussels artist 