Celebrate Summer

Pheeew! just got a post in before the end of the month. I was asked to create an invite for a summer party, at top is the card front final version and under a couple of concepts that didn't pass. Hoping those who have been effected by the bad weather on the east coast are safe and quick recovery.

* Inspiration *

Above is a collection of Images that I often turn to for a creative spark. I've been gathering images like these for awhile, they've always been helpful when I run into creative road blocks. I highly recommend putting together an inspiration board. It can also serve as a reminder of things that influence and motivate you to create. I'd also like to share a few websites that I constantly visit to help recharge my batteries, I've listed them under Inspiration. Hope you enjoy them as much I as do.

Tattoo Circus

Here is another activity I came up with for the latest edition of the goods. Summer, summer, summertime!

General Blue Owl

My latest piece for McSweeney's The Goods. I was given a day to come up with the concept and execute, luckily the editors weren't picky.

Queer

Every now and then a project comes along that is an honor to be apart of. So much so that you'd probably work on it for free if they hadn't already offered to pay. Queer, a guide for LGBT teens, was that sort of assignment for me. Last year there were so many tragic stories of LGBT teens being bullied & harassed to the point of suicide. It's deeply saddening, but as an amazing group of compassionate people suggested "It Gets Better". My hope is that this book will help show LGBT teens that it does get better and remind them that they're not alone, and that they matter, and that they are beautiful just as they are! To learn more about the book click Queer.

Dino Cut-Outs

Here is another piece I worked on for Mc Sweeney's The Goods. Dinosaurs are of course the coolest thing ever, so it was a joy to make these little cut-outs! I hope these characters are making some kids day a little brighter.

The Goods

This is a piece I contributed to McSweeney's "The Goods" which is this really cool page in Newspapers ( SF Chronicle & Chicago Tribune) dedicated to giving kids some awesome puzzles, games, comics and what have you. If your local paper isn't getting The Goods, write to them and ask for it!