Author Archives: Adam Koford
Sensology by Michel Gagné
Michel Gagné (previously) has posted his animated masterpiece Sensology to youtube. I won’t embed it here, because it must be viewed in HD. Here’s a link to his site, with some insight into the work he put into this marvel: … Continue reading
Steve Mellor
Over the past week, Shane Glines has been posting samples of wonderful 80s comic book work by Steve Mellor. Seeing these has brought back a flood of memories; I remember actively seeking his work back in the day. Does anyone … Continue reading
Please Say Something
Another highlight from Sundance, David OReilly’s Please Say Something. Watch it with headphones on for maximum immersion.
Dan Hay!
How is it possible we’ve never linked to Dan Hay’s work? Behold!
Old Fangs
Last weekend I attended a screening of animated shorts at the Sundance Film Festival. One of the highlights was Adrien Merigeau’s Old Fangs, seen here. There’s a production blog here. It’s a gorgeous, evocative film. I’m glad YouTube has made … Continue reading
Jamie Wyeth on RadioWest
Jamie Wyeth was interviewed on today’s episode of RadioWest, available here. He talks about his latest exhibit “Seven Deadly Sins”, shares his thoughts on art and painting, and reminisces about his upbringing in a family of artistic giants.
If Global Warming is Real…
No matter where you stand on the climate change issue, hopefully this blog will convince you once and for all that someone really needs to come up with a better joke about it.
Richard Thompson’s palette
Richard Thompson (for my money, one of the best in the biz*) gives us a peek under the hood with a run-down of his watercolor palette and working method, here. *Would you like to know when I fell in love … Continue reading
Jack Kirby’s costume designs for Julius Caesar
From the Kirby Museum blog: In 1969, Sheldon Feldner contacted Marvel Comics, asking if one of Marvel’s artists would be interested in designing costumes for a production of William Shakespeare’s play Julius Caesar by the University Theatre Company at Santa … Continue reading
Eric Daigh
Eric Daigh creates portraits with pushpins. Here’s a close-up view of “Meghan IV”. I usually don’t care for flash based portfolio sites, but in this case the zoom-in feature is essential.