UNO SHOW > a whole lotta people!

Thank you to the organizers (La Carnita and HXfour) for putting on the event last night. I would like to send a BIG THANK YOU to all those who made it to the UNO show last night! It was SOOO great to to see old friends, friends I hadn't seen that I knew only online, and meet new people. Sadly I didn't get a chance to talk to everyone. It was a bit crazy last night. And apologies for those who couldnt get in last night. Next time you do come by and I am talking to someone, just punch me in the shoulder please. 

Oh and I sold my 30"x40" (1/1) framed piece, as well as a few of my 18"x24" prints as well! Again, thank you so much for the support. It totally made all the hard work so worthwhile. You really made it the best night ever! Have a great weekend!  ps: I will thank you individually later. :D

I have a few pics from last night here. I will post some more throughout the next few days.

If you have pics please post them here!

photo by Ivan Kostynyk

photo by Jen Chan

More photos to come in the next few days...

@La_carnita #UNO #Artshow Submission Complete

So I just finished signing my 18" x 24" giclee prints (will be sold at the UNO show on friday) and dropped them off at @La_Carnita!!!

YES, you heard right. New prints will finally be available, printed with the highest quality using Epson Stylus Pro 9900 (scroll down below for more info on Epson Technology) on Epson Matte paper.

Relaxing now eating a grilled chicken bahn mi sandwich from Bahn Mi Boys, and an americano from Sense Appeal. It is a good day today. 

ps: thanks to Richardson DX for the photos!

Could that be the new issue of Scion Magazine Issue 3???

Epson Technology

To produce our archival prints with amazing colour integrity, gloss-level, and scratch resistance we use Epson Stylus Pro 9900.

Representing Epson's next generation, the Epson Stylus Pro 9900

(44 inch) incorporate the latest achievements in photographic ink jet technology. By combining the precision of the MicroPiezo TFP™ print head with the extraordinary performance of Epson Ultrachrome® HDR Ink, the newest generation of Epson Stylus Pro printers continue to represent a level of technology unprecedented in Epson's history. 

Epson Ultrachrome High Dynamic Range (HDR) represents the latest generation of pigment ink technology. Now utilizing 10 COLOURS (including an all new ORANGE and GREEN) Epson Ultrachrome HDR Ink produces the widest colour gamut ever from an Epson Stylus Pro printer. Even more remarkable, when combine with the new Epson AccuPhoto™ HDR screening technology, Epson has once raise the level of print quality, while setting a new benchmark standard for photographic reproduction.

Epson Accuphoto™ HDR Screening

*- Advanced ten-colour screening algorithm resulting in prints with superior colour and clarity.

*- Maximum resolution of 2880 x 1440 dpi for incredibly sharp text and line art.

*- Produces extremely fine blends and photographic transitions.

*- Extremely accurate highlight-to-shadow details.

*- No visible photographic graininess due to the printing process.

*- Ensures consistent color balance regardless of the viewing light source.

*- When combined with the precise dot placement accuracy of the Epson MicroPiezo TFP print head, overall photographic print quality is dramatically improved.

EPSON ENHANCED MATTE:
Archival quality 76 years approximately
Flat matte surface provides the optimum photographic platform.
Heavyweight stock delivers true photographic feel.
High colour gamut yields remarkable colour reproduction.
Epson Archival Ink compatibility ensures exceptional lightfastness ratings.

New Promo Video for Paperdoll artwork.

Check out the awesome new promo video for the paper doll artwork I created for Antipasto magazine's "Let's Play" issue, in Hong Kong! Filmed by Eko Poon, with music by Zeyad.

Screen Printing!

Just completed my last day of Screenprinting class at OpenStudio (401 Richmond building). I will not miss the paint stains, lower back pains, and toxic fumes. I will however definitely miss the super nice class mates that I met. Super talented bunch! Best part was to get each artist's print at the end of class. Hope to see the everyone from class again soon, at the upcoming:

ARTIST PROOF SALE
Thursday December 1, 6-9pm
at 401 Richmond St West

and 

CHANGE OF SEASONS by Geneviève Jodouin (our amazing instructor)
Friday November 25, 8pm
Freedom Clothing Collective
939 Bloor Street West 

(Not a part of it, but just spreading the word!)

Below is what I 'barely' finished tonight! :)

ps: Can anybody recommend me where I can pick up affordable art frames? Like vintage ones perhaps...

Progress: Paper doll artwork

Currently working on this paper doll project for Antipasto magazine from Hong Kong. Clothing items include pieces from: Marc Jacobs, Vivienne Westwood, Givenchy, Hermes, and Versace.

Almost done!

 

Tech Etiquette

For the '914' section in the upcoming issue of Westchester magazine (New York). Smartphone users put your phones down during you're meeting with a client or 'meeting with a client'. 

New Halloween Art

Yes it's that time of the year, where we all get dressed up in some zany costume of a character that's super popular in pop culture, or super obscure that requires a little bit of explanation over a trip to the bar (I prefer the latter). This year however, I'm kind of on the fence about going out, since the deadlines seem to be piling up nicely (a tad crazy). 

Anyhow, a few weeks back I finished a new design for (what was to be) Monster Massive's upcoming Halloween party. Just found out that it has been cancelled. More info here.

I rather like this one, and hope to get more chances to do more of these. Let me know what you think. :)

Quiznos: "Buckin' Sub" Flash Game

New illustrations I completed for a Quiznos' Flash game called "Buckin' Sub" featured on the their Facebook page tab. Play the game to save money on your next sub purchase! Love them hot subs.

See below for the game link.

 

 Try out the game HERE! 

2 New Pearson Covers!

Cover illustration for Pearson Australia's Science book.

Cover illustration for Pearson Australia's Math book.

Just finished off 2 new covers for Pearson Australia's Math and Science books. Just like the English cover, there were quite a few artists that did their own covers as well. Putting them all together like a puzzle, the outside covers would create a giant 'm' for math, 's' for science, and 'e' for english. So of course in order to do this, a portion of the cover is hidden. I'm guessing it's the full cover image somewhere on the inside of the book. Anyhow, designing the layout to work with the template was pretty challenging, but at the same time resulted in some fun compositions I think. Also, flexing my Photoshop skills a bit more this time was kind of fun, exploring a few new textures. Below are some roughs.

Middle of 's'

Left side of 'm'

3/4 alternative.

Interview by Hermann & Audrey

Photography by Jalani MorganPhotographers much like Illustrators, make people look much better than they do. I don't think I'm photogenic. To be honest, I'm pretty squeamish when having my photo taken on a set. But I have a lot of respect for photographers. Unlike, us illustrators who may need a couple days to capture a moment, they do it almost instantly. They also have to be able to direct people, so their subject feel comfortable in front of the camera. Pretty cool. Oh and they can make a raccoon look human.

I rolled onto the set that day, pulling an all-nighter, because of some crazy deadlines. Despite the sleepy raccoon situation, my mood was happy because of the great company on set: Kimberley Yun, Willie Tsang and of course Jalani Morgan.

I had the opportunity to meet the talented photographer from the Hermann & Audrey collective, and kept in touch ever since. Thank you for the interview Jalani!

Read the interview