“Mr. Toad” by Chet Phillips
Gallery 1988 (East) in conjunction with Tree and Rock presents “Tiny Tales,” an art show with a children’s book theme. My contribution pays tribute to “Wind in the Willows” with “Mr. Toad.”
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National Lampoon Tribute Prints
Two National Lampoon film classics are paid tribute with quotes, icons and portraits. “Double Secret Probation” showcases John Belushi, a.k.a. Bluto from “Animal House.”
Chevy Chase a.k.a. Clark Griswold represents the time honored original “Vacation” with quotes and icons, complete with Walley World sign. Each is available as signed 11 x 14 prints in the ChetArt shop.
~Both Available Here~
Geek Art Vol. 3
Volume 3 of the Geek-Art Anthology has been released in France. ChetArt is represented with 2 spreads showcasing Series 1 of Lights! Camera! Kitties! U.S. version will be available in the future.
Gallery 1988 Crazy for Cult X
Gallery 1988 (West) presents Crazy for Cult X, an art show honoring cult film favorites. My contribution pays tribute to Monty Python and the Holy Grail with “King of the Britons.” Characters and phrases are intertwined into an illuminated manuscript presentation.
Gallery 1988 stock has sold out through their online shop. The remainder of the edition is now available in the ChetArt shop.
~Prints Available Here~
Speed Demon Sticker
Now available: Speed Demon vinyl sticker in the ChetArt shop.
Rock ‘Em Snark ‘Em Robots- Gallery 1988
Rock ‘Em Snark ‘Em Robots by Chet Phillips
Gallery 1988 West presents “The Power of Mattel” show, a collection of artworks based on classic Mattel games and toys. My contribution, titled “Rock ‘Em Snark’Em Robots,” is a mashup of Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots with Mystery Science Theater 3000 robots Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot. Also included are a few Kaiju references.
Show opening is Friday, September 30th and on display through October 15th.
~Limited Edition Prints Available Here~
Monster Trucks on Toy Break
A big thanks to the folks at Toy Break and especially Brandon Griffith for reviewing his ChetArt Monster Truck accordion book purchase from San Diego Comic Con. (Book review starts at the 10:36 mark)
Wizard World Austin 2016
Austin’s Comic Con, a.k.a. Wizard World takes place September 23rd-25th at the Austin Convention Center.
ChetArt will be located in Artist Alley, table C-40.
Imaginary Friends: A Field Guide
On a crisp November morning in 1889, our world was transformed with the appearance of a dimensional rift behind the sleepy cottage of Conrad Rookwood Corrigan. The mysterious world populated by Imaginary Friends was revealed and humankind would never be the same.
Imaginary Friends: A Cross-Dimensional Field Guide introduces the basics of this monumental event with facts and details of the discovery, character studies, the formation of an exploration team and even pop culture influences.
This 31 page pamphlet book written and illustrated by Chet Phillips focuses on the magical revelations gathered from the “Age of Imagined Enlightenment.”
“A must read for anyone interested in the future of cross-dimensional alliances.”
— Argus Pringlesheet
“The quintessential introductory guide for learning about Imaginary Friends.”
— Primble Quackenwise
A selection of 24 notable Imaginary Friends included with biographies, classifications and quotes.
Age of Imagined Enlightenment inspired novelty ads.
~Purchase Your Copy Here~
Godzilla and Grumpy Greetings
Two new greeting cards are now available in the ChetArt online shop: “Assault on Tokyo” and “Grumpy the Hutt” are available as 5″ x 7″ glossy sturdy greeting cards with envelope.
~Shop for ChetArt Greeting Cards Here~
ChetArt on TeePublic
ChetArt sale on TeePublic. Limited time!
Summer Show ATX @ Brazos Hall
Saturday Sept. 17th ChetArt will be set up and selling at the 5th Annual Summer Show ATX . Get more info here.
Browncoat Tales- Guzu Gallery/Blast Off
“Browncoat Tales” by Chet Phillips
Guzu Gallery presents “Blast Off,” a science fiction themed art show.
My piece pays homage to vintage pulp magazine covers and references the famous “This Land” monologue delivered by Wash/Alan Tudyk. Signed Giclee limited edition of 50.
~Available Here~
September 2, 2016 – October 2, 2016
Opening Reception: Friday, September 2nd • 7-10pm
Maneki-Neko Inspired Lucky Cards
ChetArt Lucky Talisman Cards.
Lucky Talisman display cards feature a Maneki-Neko inspired selection of characters with illustrations by Chet Phillips. Cards are inspired by the Japanese beckoning cat figures displayed to bring good luck and fortune.
Each card is a heavy duty thick book board, covered in a variety of Japanese papers. (Each item comes with a random Japanese paper.) Includes wooden stand with slot for card to rest in.
Cards measure 3.5″ x 5″ with rounded top corners.
Variety of 6. Click each card’s photo for link to online listing.
$12. Each
Godzilla
Totoro
Cthulhu
Day of the Dead
Ultraman
Grumpy Cat
Reverse Side
~Find Them In The Online Shop Here~
Gene Wilder 1933-2016
To Gene Wilder, for your comic genius and gift of laughter to the world.
Blast Off! Guzu Gallery show
Opening this Friday at Guzu Gallery in Austin: Blast Off! is a science fiction themed art show. Stay tuned for a preview of my piece and more.
ChetArt Quote Mashup T-Shirts
Two new T-Shirts available in the ChetArt TeePublic shop.
Pop culture characters matched with famous quotes from other pop culture references. Judge Dredd and Robocop proclaim a famous quote from the movie The Treasure of the Sierra Madra. Godzilla decries a quote from Kermit the Frog.
~FIND THEM IN THE CHETART T-SHIRT SHOP~
Bob’s Burgers Hawk & Chick Variant
A very special variant of my “Hawk and Chick: Monster Slayers” print is now available through Gallery 1988. This limited edition of 25 includes the signatures of Keisuke Hoashi and Suzy Nakamura, the voice actors of Hawk and Chick.
The variant stands out from the original by including two additional Kaijus in the distance, as well as a “Chet” chop in the lower right area.
Keisuke and Suzy were so gracious to join in on this fun and I owe a huge debt of thanks to them both. The event couldn’t have happened without the efforts of fellow artist Eugene Kaik, who also created a wonderful Hawk and Chick variant the actors signed. Thanks also to Jensen Karp and Amber of Gallery 1988 and the folks at Bob’s Burgers for making it a reality.
~shop here for it at Gallery 1988~
San Diego Comic Con 2016
Our Small Press table for San Diego Comic Con 2016. Complete with Ryan Claytor photo bomb accessory. We had a wonderful time catching up with friends and fellow vendors as well as meeting lots of new awesome attendees. Thank you everyone for a great and prosperous event! Here are a few photos from the exhibit floor.
Hands down the most effective and popular display on the floor was the Walking Dead lineup. Many of the figures looked so lifelike you expected them to blink and move.
Sideshow Collectibles was across from our location and always brings the wow factor with their collection of statues.
A lot of fun cosplay wandered by over the course of the show.
Great friend and supporter Jeff Vaca. What’s in the box? I’ll never tell!
The crowds went wild as the cast of Suicide Squad, led by Will Smith, entered the exhibit floor and greeted the screaming crowd from the DC balcony.
Fellow exhibitor Jim Clark hired me to create a steampunk frog themed banner for his booth. He proudly poses next to his “ChetArt.”
On Friday I received a pleasant surprise as the fantastically creative Chogrin stopped by with his son to say hello. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Chogrin on a number of gallery shows, but up until now we had never met.
ChetArt T-Shirt sighting!
We have the best neighbors in Small Press. Across from us is the incredibly talented and funny Paul Friedrich.
Ryan Claytor of Elephant Eater comics creates comics goodness and a flair for pinball flavored fun. He’s also an expert level 5 ninja photo bomber.
Shing Yin Knor, a.k.a. Sawdust Bear creates work that is detailed, beautiful and infused with lots of humor.
Liana Hee completed her first SDCC in Small Press to great success. I caught this picture as Josh Shalek, another Small Press hero was visiting.
Our great friends and infinitely creative duo Cesare and Kirstie of Curio Co. We were so happy to have them next to us again this year. They have raised the bar for success with an exciting Hollywood deal that’s in the works. Watch their space for an upcoming movie based on one of their books.
Thank you to all the fans and great supporters who came by to make this year a giant success for ChetArt!
