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Sunday, October 2nd, 2011
(thru October 31st, 2011)
Saturdays from 11am to 5pm
Sundays from 11am – 3pm
Mountain View Mausoleum
2300 N. Marengo Avenue
Altadena, CA 91001

It’s that time again. October is right around the corner and the chill in the air is slowly creeping its way down our spines and along with it a slew of Halloween-inspired art shows! Yesterday we mentioned the Autumn Society’s Iconoclastic Dead show opening this Saturday in Mexico and today we’ve got another show to share with you which will take premiere on Sunday: Creature Feature’s October Shadows art show.

Going on it’s fourth year celebration, October Shadows will take place at a very appropriate location this year – an actual 19th century mausoleum – and showcases the world’s most “prestigious group of artists from the worlds of fine art, comics, film, TV and animation” including Justin Mabry, Gris Grimly, William Stout, Drew Struzan, William Basso (see above), Corlen Kruger, Eric Pigors, Gary Pullin, Randy Queen and many more! Unfortunately, no preview artwork has made its way online yet, but with a line up like that how could you not want to attend?!

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Saturday, October 1st, 2011
(thru October 31st, 2011)
6:00pm – 12:00am
Gurú Tienda Galería
Colima 143, LA ROMA
Mexico City, Mexico

Coming right off its first international show in France, the Autumn Society is showing no sign of slowing down with their next art show opening in Mexico this Saturday (another first for the art group!). Entitled The Iconoclastic Dead, the theme of the new show is “Dia De Los Muertos” (Day of the Dead) where over 40 artists have assembled to celebrate some of the iconic people who they truly admire (dead or alive) and includes special guests such as Alberto Cerriteño and Jorge Gutierrez among others.

The show, which opens Saturday, October 1st, is being hosted by Galeria Guru in Mexico City will feature live music and food. The Iconoclastic Dead was curated by German Orozco, Chogrin and Jorsh Pena.

Jermaine Clement by James Gilleard

Dr. Suess by Rhode Montijo

Penn Jillette by Glen Brogan

Emiliano Zapata by Jorge Gutierrez

Jim Henson by Xander Laytin

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Saturday, August 13, 2011
1:00pm – 3:00pm
210 E Main St
Alhambra, California

As if the upcoming super iam8bit show isn’t awesome enough, California locals will have something else to look forward to this weekend when illustrator Kevin Dart makes a special appearance at GalleryNucleus for a meet and greet to celebrate the artist’s latest book, Looks That Kill featuring the creator-owned femme fatales Yuki 7 and The Gadget Girls.

A Pasadena-native, Dart first created Yuki 7 back in 2008 inspired by the artist’s “fascination with the 1960s, retro spy flicks, and powerful female characters.”

Dart will discuss Yuki 7’s development in addition to his influences and more. The artist will also cover the production of both the book and animated short while touching on how the project started and and it’s continuing evolution. This is top secret material you won’t discover elsewhere.

Bring questions for our Q&A session to follow and get some one-on-one with Dart as he signs his new book Looks That Kill.

There will also be a raffle contest for those who buy a copy of the book at the event, including some exclusive Yuki 7 memorabilia.

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TMNT ART SHOW AND TRIBUTE

The clan at the ever-hopping Autumn Society are at it again this weekend with a double bill of art shows going on coast to coast! Things kick off today (Friday, June 3rd) from 6pm-9pm in their home base of Philadelphia with Shell Shock, a TMNT Art Show and Tribute taking place at Brave New Worlds Comics… it’s going to be “one shell of a time!” There will even be a planned appearance by Brittney Schneck’s Turtle Van (see insert)! It’s truly a celebration 25+ years in the making- definitely don’t miss out on all the TMNT-themed awesome.

“THIS IS OUR TIME NOW” (A GOONIES ART SHOW)

As if that weren’t enough, the Society will also be taking over Lunar Boy Gallery for an exclusive Goonies tribute in Astoria, Oregon (hint: that’s where the film was made).

The show will open on Saturday, June 4th from 5pm-8pm and run through June 24th and even be one of the featured attractions of this year’s Astoria Art Walk on June 11th from 5-9 pm.

That’s two art shows – twice the nostalgia laden fun – all in one action-packed weekend!

ABOUT THE AUTUMN SOCIETY (www.theautumnsociety.com)
The Autumn Society is a collective of Illustrators from around the world. From art galleries, art books, to fundraisers, the Autumn Society will rise to any creative need or challenge.

ABOUT BRAVE NEW WORLDS COMICS (www.bravenewworldscomics.com)
Brave New Worlds Comics, located on 45 N. 2nd Street in Philadelphia, PA is your #1 stop in Philadelphia for comics, graphic novels, toys, collectibles, comic reviews, and month-to-month art galleries!

ABOUT LUNAR BOY GALLERY (www.lunarboygallery.com)
With a focus on contemporary and low brow art, Lunar Boy brings together an impressive fine art collection including everything from children’s book illustration to edgy pop surrealism. We represent both professional and emerging artists from the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia as well from our own lush corner of the planet – Oregon’s gorgeous North Coast.

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The 3B Show poster by Glen Brogan

If you’re a California native and/or just a nostalgia nut like myself then get ready for a triple dose of art-infused film fun with The Autumn Society’s latest gallery opening: The 3B Show. Some of you may remember last year’s 3G Show which featured highlights from 80s genre classics Gremlins, Ghostbusters and The Goonies. This year, AS has chosen to focus on three more of my favorite flicks that start with the letter B. As you can through the amazing artwork of the show, these are tributes to: Back to the Future, Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, and Beetlejuice.

The show opens this Thursday, May 5th from 7-10pm at Gallery1988 Venice and was curated by Autumn Society’s very own Chogrin Muñoz. Here’s some highlights:

Artwork © Glen Brogan

Artwork © Jorsh Pena

Artwork © Bryan Brinkman

Artwork © German Orozco

Artwork © Christine Larsen

ABOUT THE AUTUMN SOCIETY (www.theautumnsociety.com)
The Autumn Society is a collective of Illustrators from around the world. From art galleries, art books, to fundraisers, the Autumn Society will rise to any creative need or challenge.

ABOUT GALLERY 1988 VENICE (www.nineteeneightyeight.com)
Gallery 1988 has quickly become one of the world’s most talked about art galleries. Opened in 2004 on the famous corner of Melrose and La Brea, by California natives Katie Cromwell and Jensen Karp, the gallery has become the nation’s number one destination for pop-culture themed artwork and the premiere venue to witness the rise of emerging artists before they break.

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For those of you who remember Malachi Ward from our interview two weeks ago his one-man art show opens this Friday, March 4th at the LA-based comic shop, Secret Headquarters. If you in the area and want to see some really amazing art, I definitely encourage you to stop by and show a fellow indie artist some support.

The Opening Reception starts at 8pm this Friday and the show will remain on display until the end of the month. For more details, be sure to visit the official Secret Headquarters blog.

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So hear we are― it seems we’ve reached the end of our epic 10-week journey. We’ve seen our hero go from slacker to (semi) superhero as he traveled the internet in search of his “creative power.” He’s battled everyone from King Hippo to super spies and everything in between. But was it real or just a dream…

Is this The End?

Bill Kerner currently works at American Greetings in the Licensing division. He creates social expression products such as Greeting Cards, Bags, Wraps, Packaging but his main focus is on 3D product design for licensed Ornament lines. He loves the challenge of taking rough sketches and turning those early ideas into light and sound dimensional products. He has been a Graphic Designer for over 16 years and have worked on product for such licenses as Disney, Warner Bros, Nickelodeon, Sesame and Hasbro.

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Can you hear that? Come a little closer… closer… AH! Not that close! Hey there and welcome to another edition of our Sketch Slackers comic jam! When we last left our inaction hero he had finally mastered the magic of the sword and was on his way home… or is he?

Read on to find out!

Joshua Jenniges is a graphic designer at American Greetings. When he is not creating greeting cards or taking his dog for a walk around the block, and picking up what she leaves behind, he enjoys many different things which include home repairs, the first cup of coffee in the morning and drawing. Josh also enjoys posting to the Sketch Slackers blog and working on creating his very own place on the internet to call home.

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There’s only three entries left in our year-end Sketch Slackers comic jam! Our little “slacker” sure has been put through his paces, but his adventure is far from over. Can our lovable layabout master the secrets of the sword in time or will his enthusiasm doom us all?

Read on to find out!

Brian Emling is a digital media designer at American Greetings.  Brian is also author of the midwestern sci-fi webcomic Breakpoint City (http://www.breakpointcity.com) – which has been slowly taking over the internet over the past decade.  When not comicing, Brian enjoys writing about himself in the third person, though that will hopefully stop by the end of this paragraph. Brian can’t wait.

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We’re nearing the end of our EPIC Sketch Slackers saga, but before the journey of our favorite slacker comes to a close, Jeremy Bratton gives us a twist that threatens to “delete” our hero from existence. Is this really the end of The Slacker?

Read on to find out!

Jeremy Bratton is an illustrator from the small town of Philipsburg,PA who likes to draw pictures, play drums, and drink beer. When he’s not involved in one of those activities, he spends his free time being awesome. To see more of Jeremy’s work check him out online at www.beyondstickfigures.com or at the Sketch Slackers stronghold.

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Although there won’t be a Five Flickr Friday today, we do have yet another entry in the Sketch Slackers presents… The Slacker! saga. This week Mauricio Salmon steps up to the plate with a colorful homage to one of my personal favorite old school games: Punch-Out! Can our unlucky hero survive the wrath of King Hippo, or will he be able to tap into the power of his enchanted sword to “bring the pain” down on the bulbous boxer?

Read on to find out!

Mauricio Salmon was born in Lima, Peru and raised in Miami, Florida. He attended Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL and received his BFA in illustration in 2006. He currently resides in Boston where he works full time and also freelances. Some of the publications he has freelanced for are The Miami New Times, The Boston Phoenix, The weekly Dig, Organize Magazine, and Highlights For Children Magazine. You can see more of Mauricio’s work on his website or blog.

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It’s the return of Sketch Slackers presents… The Slacker! Despite a slight hiccup in last week’s scheduling, the Sketch Slackers are back courtesy of some stellar work by illustrator Rodrigo Bravo who brings with him a bit of psychedelic color palette to Episode 5 of “The Slacker.” Will our hero ever be able to escape this ever-changing land of pixels, fantasy and intrigue?

Read on to find out!

Sketch Slackers present… The Slacker: Episode 5

Rodrigo Bravo is an illustrator and motion graphics designer living in Toronto. Currently working for Loop media as a senior designer, check his work at http://www.thesublimes.blogspot.com/ and of course Sketch Slackers.

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It’s that time again, the return of Sketch Slackers presents… The Slacker! This week we’ve got the talented and almost painterly pencilwork of artist John DeLucca who adds a touch of fantasy to Episode 4 of “The Slacker.” What dangers will our protagonist face in this week’s installment?

Read on to find out!

Sketch Slackers present... The Slacker: Episode 4

John DeLucca is a Ringling School of Art and Design graduate and currently works as a freelance illustrator. You can see more of his work at his blog, not to mention Sketch Slackers.

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Welcome to another edition of Sketch Slakcers presents… The Slacker! This week we’re joined by co-founder of Sketch Slackers, artist Brian Allen who brings his unique styling to Episode 3 of “The Slacker.” How does our protagonist fare on his journey this week?

Read on to find out!

Sketch Slackers present... The Slacker: Episode 3

Brian Allen is an illustrator for Jostens Printing and Publishing in addition to operating as a freelance artist. You can check out his portfolio online at www.flylanddesigns.com as well as Sketch Slackers. He also has an ongoing web comic entitled The End.

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Continuing our month-spanning comic jam from Sketch Slackers, artist Duncan Barton step up to the plate for Episode 2 of “The Slacker.” Where does our young ne’re-do-well find himself this week? Read on to find out!

Sketch Slackers present... The Slacker: Episode 2

Duncan Barton is an interdisciplinary artist from the Ringling College of Art + Design that has spent two years working in exhibit design. He now designs and animates eCards at American Greetings. Duncan’s personal work and other projects can be found at www.duncanbarton.com and on Sketch Slackers.