The webpage for the Gasmask themed show I have a piece in is now live to view here : rivetart.com/rt
Check out all the splendid works and be amazed..
(You could even buy one too if you wanted…)
I have decided to set a cut off date for drawing commissions to the end of this month.
If you want something you need to email me before the 1st or October.
I am just working through the second batch right now and only want to do one batch more this round.
I have loads of other stuff I need to do.
I will probably open the drawings list again in the future when i get a time pocket free but I dont know when that will be right now.
In a manner totally stolen from EssRose. :
For a limited time I am offering an experimental commission service.
An original pencil (and or ink ) drawing (depending on what I think is most suitable) of ANY subject you want.
Delivered for $60. (£30)
Paypal only. Paid on compleation.
The drawings will all be on watercolour paper and the ink will be indian ink if used ( i may also chuck in the odd splash of acrylic paint if I feel the need…)
Each drawing will be in the 6″ x 6″ to 8″ x 8″ size range.
Basic rules…
One item/character per drawing… Aditional characters are $30 each extra (£15).
Please email me with requestes as its simpler for me to keep track of emails than replies here.
doktor (at) spookypop (dot) com
And I think I should add a rule that I wont do filth…
So no suggestions for images of famous people in uncompromising positions.
Or Furries……….you know…….up to anything unnatural.
(I am rubbish at portraiture likenesses anyway so best not go there).
Characters is one thing.. I could do you a Hellboy or a Batman or whatever but i couldnt to a recognisable Jonny Depp…
I have a new Mechtorian ink drawing in the “Get the Lead Out” show at the Black Maria Gallery in LA.
The show brings together artists from around the world in an exhibition of original pencil and ink drawings.
The sketchbook page planning behind this drawing is also available in the show.
3137 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Black Maria Gallery
The new T-shirt is now available.
Here :
http://www.tokyotoystore.co.uk/t-shirts/cat_104.html
My design is a Mechtorian Clockwork Heart.
Inspired by the bleeding heart imagery of classic tattoos.
Thursday 31st July will see the launch of Tokyo Tot Store’s new T-Shirt range, printed using the latest digital garment printers. The shirts are very high quality and eco friendly made from 70% naturally sustainable bamboo (very comfortable) and 30% organic cotton. Featuring 2 UK designers, Doktor A and Jon Burgerman and two from the US, Dalek and Tara McPherson. The run is limited (100 max on each design, Burgerman just 60) and all of them will be available in male and female sizes, price will be £18.95 each.
http://www.tokyotoystore.co.uk
Naturally sustainable BAMBOO is rapidly emerging into the fashion world. Fabric woven from bamboo yarn is light, almost translucent, and softer than cotton. It has a natural quality that feels like silk, but has the advantage of being machine-washable. This natural fibre is hypoallergenic, absorbent, and fast drying. It is naturally anti-bacterial and will not hold odour. Like other natural fibres, it allows the body to breathe as the fabric absorbs the perspiration away from the body.
It also is the most sustainable of the natural fibres. It is fast-growing – the type of bamboo used for making fabric, commonly known as Moso, can reach a mature height of 75 feet in just 45 to 60 days. Because of its natural antibacterial properties, it needs no pesticides. This fabric is cooling in summer, warm in winter, and environmentally friendly all year round.
That Mr. Jensen. He makes me blush…
http://g1988.blogspot.com/2008/07/im-focused-man.html
Anyone who loves Totoro should look at this.
http://totoroforestproject.org/
There has been a bit of coverage of my Retropolis show popping up in Blog land.
Take a look :
Pics of the gallery :
http://rivetart.com/rt?go=6&root=shows/2008/open&suffix=jsp
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From : Tomopop.com
http://tomopop.com/post.phtml?pk=4695&un=Bryan+Coffee
It’s a very warm day here in Columbus, OH today, but if you happen to walk inside Rivet Vinyl Art gallery and catch a glimpse of their featured exhibit, “Welcome to Retropolis,” you may very well be able to cool down just a little bit.
Right on the heels of their impressive Labbit gallery, the new exhibit, which is home to steampunk artwork and customs by UK steampunk artist Doktor A, runs until the end of June. The good Doktor has over thirty different unique pieces on display, all of which are available for sale through the Rivet homepage. You can also view the show via the store’s ustream page.
The enigmatic Doktor has created an extremely incredible world, and each character that inhabits it has a fully fleshed out and wonderfully enchanting back-story. From the cheery Barton Von Basch and his aerial troubadours, to the retired Colonel Rombus, who is still waiting to lead the armies of Retropolis to war, each and every citizen of this stylized world is unique and charming.
Also on display were some of the Dok’s custom works, all of which are just as creative and stylized as the paintings and drawings they’re based on. Looking at them in person I half-expected to see them come to life and start to mingle with all the people in attendance. I would love to see this world and the people that live within it fleshed out into a movie or TV show.
The show runs until June 30th, and plenty of the works are still available for sale. Take a peek at the gallery to see what you’re missing out on, and if you happen to be in Columbus this month, be sure to stop by and check it out for yourself. I guarantee you it’s a trip you won’t regret.
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From :Toys R Evil
http://toysrevil.blogspot.com/2008/06/welcome-to-doktor-as-retropolis-rivet.html
Doktor A’s solo-show WELCOME TO RETROPOLIS launched over the weekend on the 7th and Rivet Gallery has his paintings, artworks, sculptures and customed toys viewable online now – which frankly had me speechless – especially the sculpts and custom-work – CLICK THRU for some of my select (mirrored) favs 🙂
The exhibit runs thru June 30th and I can only but imagine seeing it up close and personal (I’ve said it before and I’ll said it again and again and again LOL).
Do contact laura [at] rivetgallery.com if you have interest in any of the remaining pieces … Meanwhile, the good Doktor is interviewed on Vinyl Requiem (oh man, I remember interviewing Dok in ’06 tho – seems like a lifetime ago :p) – and I’ve never stopped loving his work … say anymore and this post’ll read like a blooming lurve-letter, innit? *le-gush*
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Like it says.
Mechtorians.Com is now live.
I think its all working but if anyone spots any problems please give me a shout.