I went to Renegade Craft Fair Chicago 2011!
An awesome time! Inspired and excited even more about art!
Here is a blog I wrote on my favorites from the fair.
http://pincbullet.tumblr.com/post/10217673917/renegade-craft-fair-chicago-2011-pt-1
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Renegade Craft Fair Chicago 2011
I went to Renegade Craft Fair Chicago 2011!
An awesome time! Inspired and excited even more about art!
Here is a blog I wrote on my favorites from the fair.
http://pincbullet.tumblr.com/post/10217673917/renegade-craft-fair-chicago-2011-pt-1
Sunday, May 1, 2011
The revival of the old piece
One of the pieces that are in the Art in the Library show right now is this very old drawing. It was drawn for a children's book illustration contest in Japan, and also ended up in another show (one of the family shows we have done in Tokyo).
This picture is different from the newer pieces I've been drawing. Since I got the Wacom tablet, I draw and color digitally. I drew this picture using four pieces of paper and a pencil instead. It was colored using Photoshop after I scanned the line drawings.
The digital file of this picture has been corrupted :( But since I've been receiving a lot of compliments and good reaction from many people, I plan to get a quality scan of the drawing and create a poster of it.
There is a stray sock in the picture by the way. I wanted to create a fun picture, kind of like Where's Waldo? By hiding something in an illustration like this can make it more interactive. I like the idea of pictures being more than just pictures.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
S-aas Episode 5: Trent Anderson
Super Awesome Artist Show is back!
It took a break following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Being sad and letting sadness rule my life had lasted for a while. Frankly, I just couldn't focus on anything at all.
But other artists were beginning to get together and organize charities in their efforts to help Japan. I was touched and impressed. I still feel useless in trying to do my part. I don't really know what my part is and what I can do. I feel too small to do anything to be honest.
Talking to my mom and listening to her talk about the aftershocks and blackouts, I thought the least I can do now is to not stop living. I need to keep moving forward and doing things, things I can tell my family about. I just simply want to make them happy and proud.
Anyway, that is why Super Awesome Artist Show must stay on!
It's not just for my family though. I must not forget its mission: Unite the world through art. My hope is to support the creative communities and to help keep spirits up, my way.
http://superawesomeartistshow.blogspot.com/2011/04/episode-5-trent-anderson.html
I know Trent as a very hardworking guy with passion for music. He is sincere and honest. I knew interviewing him would be a great experience for me.
I don't know much about music, especially glam rock. I was afraid to ask stupid questions but I decided to keep the questions simple anyway because S-aas is not a music blog, it's a blog about creative people.
I was inspired by his words on "being who you are" and "do what comes from your heart". My usual dilemma as an artist is being stuck between "doing my thing" and "entertaining others". I question and second-guess myself a lot trying to find my place. I'm extra curious to know how other people think and feel about this.
I also like the way Trent refers to his wife as "Wife" and his daughter as "Daughter". I love it when someone's personality shines through his or her writing. I enjoy recognizing the uniqueness in people I come across. It's awesome!
I should also note that Trent was the fastest person in responding. I sent him the interview questions at night and he sent his answers back next morning. Crazy fast!!! He's like the busiest person I know and I didn't expect that.
Thank you, Trent!
I'm excited about next interview already!
It took a break following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Being sad and letting sadness rule my life had lasted for a while. Frankly, I just couldn't focus on anything at all.
But other artists were beginning to get together and organize charities in their efforts to help Japan. I was touched and impressed. I still feel useless in trying to do my part. I don't really know what my part is and what I can do. I feel too small to do anything to be honest.
Talking to my mom and listening to her talk about the aftershocks and blackouts, I thought the least I can do now is to not stop living. I need to keep moving forward and doing things, things I can tell my family about. I just simply want to make them happy and proud.
Anyway, that is why Super Awesome Artist Show must stay on!
It's not just for my family though. I must not forget its mission: Unite the world through art. My hope is to support the creative communities and to help keep spirits up, my way.
http://superawesomeartistshow.blogspot.com/2011/04/episode-5-trent-anderson.html
I know Trent as a very hardworking guy with passion for music. He is sincere and honest. I knew interviewing him would be a great experience for me.
I don't know much about music, especially glam rock. I was afraid to ask stupid questions but I decided to keep the questions simple anyway because S-aas is not a music blog, it's a blog about creative people.
I was inspired by his words on "being who you are" and "do what comes from your heart". My usual dilemma as an artist is being stuck between "doing my thing" and "entertaining others". I question and second-guess myself a lot trying to find my place. I'm extra curious to know how other people think and feel about this.
I also like the way Trent refers to his wife as "Wife" and his daughter as "Daughter". I love it when someone's personality shines through his or her writing. I enjoy recognizing the uniqueness in people I come across. It's awesome!
I should also note that Trent was the fastest person in responding. I sent him the interview questions at night and he sent his answers back next morning. Crazy fast!!! He's like the busiest person I know and I didn't expect that.
Thank you, Trent!
I'm excited about next interview already!
Friday, April 1, 2011
Art in the Library
I'm in this art show "Art in the Library" at Columbia College Chicago from March 31 - May 13th (i think).
I have 7 pieces, old and new. Mostly old, but I don't care. Participating in this show is encouraging and pushing me to do more art.
I said I want to do shows this year, and thanks to my supportive friends, my new year's resolution may be fulfilled. This is a very good start, now I just have to keep going.
I hope to do another episode of Super Awesome Artist Show soon. It's been delayed but still coming. Oh yeah.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
S-aas Episode 4: Nate Gross
Episode 4 of Super Awesome Artist Show is up!
The guest is Nate Gross of Outcast Games and the creator of Pit of War.
I am very proud of this interview for its quality thanks to Nate.
It all began when my friend Maki shared the link to Pit of War on her FB page saying her friend made a game. I immediately reacted to its cover art which was rich and so full of life. I asked her who the friend was and became FB friends with Nate. The art of this online game struck me like a war hammer to my head. I was very impressed and wanted to know more about the creator (s) and the making of the game.
Nate was so kind in letting me interview him even though he is super busy managing and maintaining the game. I am grateful and also glad that I kicked my shy butt to talk to him.
I really like that Nate was honest and genuine in his answers to my questions. I really like that he told the story about his job search. I also like the part where he talks about his philosophy of game making. I read all this and felt like I found a new oil well. I AM RICH! I AM RICH!
I think every single person has an interesting story to tell when asked to talk about his/her life. Everyone is unique, every life is its original. By asking the right questions, you can extract the concentration of interesting-ness (don't care, I make up words).
S-aas allows me to ask questions to interesting people, extract interesting juices and share them with whoever may enjoy them.
Pit of War FB page
The guest is Nate Gross of Outcast Games and the creator of Pit of War.
I am very proud of this interview for its quality thanks to Nate.
It all began when my friend Maki shared the link to Pit of War on her FB page saying her friend made a game. I immediately reacted to its cover art which was rich and so full of life. I asked her who the friend was and became FB friends with Nate. The art of this online game struck me like a war hammer to my head. I was very impressed and wanted to know more about the creator (s) and the making of the game.
Nate was so kind in letting me interview him even though he is super busy managing and maintaining the game. I am grateful and also glad that I kicked my shy butt to talk to him.
I really like that Nate was honest and genuine in his answers to my questions. I really like that he told the story about his job search. I also like the part where he talks about his philosophy of game making. I read all this and felt like I found a new oil well. I AM RICH! I AM RICH!
I think every single person has an interesting story to tell when asked to talk about his/her life. Everyone is unique, every life is its original. By asking the right questions, you can extract the concentration of interesting-ness (don't care, I make up words).
S-aas allows me to ask questions to interesting people, extract interesting juices and share them with whoever may enjoy them.
Pit of War FB page
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
S-aas Episode 3: Dan Segarra
Hi all!
There's a brand new episode of Super Awesome Artist Show!
Congregate at you know where and enjoy the show!
Dan Segarra, an animation extraordinaire is the guest.
http://superawesomeartistshow.blogspot.com/
Sunday, January 2, 2011
S-aas Episode 2: Hidemitsu Masui
The 2nd episode of Super Awesome Artist Show is up!
Check it out!
A super talented artist from Japan, Hidemitsu Masui is the guest.
I don't want to emphasize this, but this guy works at a McDonald's. Can you believe it? With that much talent...(o_o)
I want a lot of creative individuals to read this interview.
More super awesome artists to come in 2011, I promise. Stay tuned.
http://superawesomeartistshow.blogspot.com/
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