Urban Outfitters Display Sketches

Today I was looking through an old sketch book and thought i'd share these doodles I made for an art display at Urban Outfitters in downtown San Francisco. It's kind of embarrassing to read all the little notes I make when working, you'd swear I was building a rocket ship or something :O)

The Source

Above a thank you card I designed for Red Cap Cards.

My Source of Inspiration, A spread from Bruno Munari's Zoo. Written and illustrated by Bruno Munari. 1963.

I believe it was Einstein who said "The key to creativity is knowing how to hide your sources". I do believe he's making an excellent point. All creative people ( All living beings!) are influenced by the world around them. I don't necessarily subscribe to the hiding of our sources part, why conceal the reality of creativity? The sources of inspiration in the universe are infinite, there is no need to be afraid of having someone else see your influences. There are plenty to be had! Let he who has not been influenced by another artist work cast the first stone :O)

Cargo

Koko & All Ball

Do you remember Koko & All Ball? Their story is the most beautiful and most saddening thing. Brace yourselves people click here to watch: Koko&AllBall

Hello Friend

Red Sun

Red Sun Animation Test from Christian Robinson on Vimeo.

Happy New Year! I was feeling blog neglect guilt today, So I thought i'd dig deep and find something to post. Awhile back I was asked to put together an animated music video for this really amazing musician who goes by the name: Gifted and Blessed. I wasn't able to complete the project, and what I have to share is only 35 sec and roughly put together. mmm... ok here goes!

Nebula Jun - Nov 2011

Nebula was a very beautiful and special kitty, she will be greatly missed.  Losing a friend is no fun, although I know it's because she brought joy in our lives that we miss her so. She was a blessing and also a teacher, she taught me patience and also how to not sweat the little things, like the material stuff ( cause she loved tearing up everything) Thank you Nebula for the time we shared, I am a better person for it.