Just added to the online shop: Rectangle Magnets. A selection of ChetArt imagery displayed on 2″ x 3″ magnets with flat, strong magnetic backs and Mylar/UV protective covers.
Shiny slices of art candy for home or office!
Tag: steampunk
Austin Craft Riot Summer Show
Next Saturday from 11-7 marks the first summer show event for the Austin Craft Riot. I’ll be there with a booth chock full of signed prints, limited edition books, trading cards, magnets, buttons and more. Visit the ACR blog for an ongoing series showcasing the wealth of creatives that will be represented.
ChetArt 2013 Desktop Calendars
Mark the days with The Union of Superlative Heroes, The Order of Nefarious Villains, Wrestle Pets and Steampunk Monkey Nation calendars.
Just released: a selection of desktop calendars featuring characters from the ChetArt shop. Each calendar is presented in a sturdy plastic CD case which flips open to easily display on a desk, table or any other flat surface. 12 individual, one-sided pages for each month. Each month’s page measures 5.4″ x 4.65.”
Be the first on your block to own one of these handsome and informative mini art display items and thumb your nose at the 2012 end-of-the-world Mayan prediction!
~Browse the online shop here to see them all~
Also visit their individual shop sections with the links below:
Click Here for the Superlative Heroes and Nefarious Villains
Click Here for Wrestle Pets Desk Calendar
and
Click Here for Steampunk Monkey Nation Desk Calendar
San Diego Comic Con 2012- Wrap Up
With the third year of exhibiting at San Diego under our belt, we were proud to have our best year ever. The crowds were very responsive to the my new offerings and our stock of Simian Playing cards was depleted early on Saturday. We loved our new location at the end of the aisle and hope to make it our permanent home for the future. If you’ve never attended the event, it’s hard to describe the enormity of the exhibits hall. I’ve tried in the past to capture it with one photo, but it’s just too large. With so many sections representing different industries, the hall could be described as a country with individual states within. The Small Press area is certainly a world of its own with an seemingly endless well of creativity. The folks that inhabit it are passionate about what they do and eager to share with the world. I recorded the G-4 coverage of the event and, though I haven’t watched it through yet, I suspect as with previous years, Small Press didn’t make the cut among all the coverage of TV, film and other corporate giants. Truly a shame because that’s where so much of the inspiration springs forth. What follows is one last round of photos of various sections, some more fun costumes and a tribute to some new friends we had the pleasure of meeting in our area. Paperwork completed for 2013 and already anxious to return!
SDCC-Day 2
These courteous and forthright gentlemen of steam were kind enough to pose with their ChetArt purchases. Huzzah! The second full day proved more successful than the first with a steady stream of sales throughout the day. We’re actually starting to see stock levels of some items we brought dwindling down before the big weekend approaches. We were happy to meet new fans and to be greeted by familiar faces from past years. What follows after the break are some shots from the exhibit floor, a sampling of fun cosplay and a line up of Batmobiles from the outside exhibit at the end of the day.
ChetArt at San Diego Comic Con
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It’s almost time again for that most magical of events: San Diego’s International Comic Con. I’ll have a presence in the Small Press area again this year with an end-of-the-aisle spot–booth O-01. With Oni Press on one side and the super talented Dane Ault of Monkey Minion Press opposite, there will be tons of creative energy emanating from our little geek-sphere. Along with 9 different trading card sets and 4 limited edition books and signed prints, I’ll be displaying the new “Monkopolis” limited edition book, Simian Playing Card sets and the “Monkopolis” laser engraved wooden badges. Lots of other fun items, big and small, await your viewing and buying pleasure. If you plan to attend, please stop by!
Gyula Pozsgay
Gyula Pozsgay creates a majestic panoramic scene for a music video stage background. See the full view of “Time to Leave” Here.
Monkopolis Badges
In honor of the brave efforts of two members of “Monkopolis,” these commemorative badges have been produced. Elijah Bubbleshard (top) was famed for his heroics on the battlefield atop his military grade penny-farthing. Corporal Bubbleshard showed bravery beyond measure during the famed “Battle of the Bulging Sprocket.” Archibald Scorchplate served as an expert pilot during wartime then focused his efforts as a test pilot. Among the many devices of war he tested were the Sonic Doom Jet Pack, Screaming Rocket Gloves, Rhesus Roulette Torpedo Jet and the Wingless Wonder Explosive Torpedo Dragon Drone.
These 2 inch square black lacquered maple badges have been laser engraved by Ink It Labs to two different levels of depth. The reverse of each badge’s display card has additional info about the exploits of these two brave simians.
2 inch black lacquered, laser engraved maple wood badges with metal pinback clasp.
Each badge has its own sturdy pinback clasp, allowing you to further honor these heroes by displaying proudly on your lapel, hat, messenger bag or velvet lined museum quality display case.
Browse these two links in the ChetArt shop for more info:
The Bubbleshard Penny-Farthing Badge For Bravery
and
The Scorchplate Test Pilot Air Valor Badge
Monkopolis
Introducing the latest limited edition book from ChetArt: Monkopolis. This field guide of sorts presents a collection of 35 monkey and ape character portraits along with amusing and informative biographical information. Interspersed throughout the book are additional illustrations representing some key moments in some of the character’s lives. Robots, ghosts, vampires, spies, magicians, zombies and so much more. You can also discover these characters, including additional royalty figures, displayed on the Simian Playing Card Set.
This soft bound, signed limited edition of 100 measures 7.5″ x 5.5″. It is sewn by hand and features a bronze, wood-grained textured paper cover. Inset Lenticular label offers a colorfully bright and cheerful dapper monkey tipping his hat in true Victorian gentlemanly form. End papers are high quality olive Thai reversible paper and interior pages are printed in full color on 100lb matte book paper. Each copy of the edition is signed and numbered by the artist. Click Here to view a sneak peek video flip through of the book.
(Click the two binding photos above to enlarge.)
Below is a small selection of pages from the book:
35 monkey and ape character portraits with biographies. Supportive simian tableau illustrations representing key moments in the history of Monkopolis. All hand bound together in a signed, limited edition book complete with “Action Lenticular” cover label.
Click Here To Visit The “Monkopolis” Online Shop Listing
8″ x 10″ signed Monkopolis portrait prints are available HERE.
In honor of the valiant efforts of the Monkopolis characters Elijah Bubbleshard and Archibald Scorchplate, two commemorative badges have been produced. Each measures 2 inches square and are laser etched, black lacquered maple wood with sturdy metal clasp.
~Click Here For Monkopolis Badges~
Steambat!
What do you get when you combine the awesomeness of the bat with the flavor of the Victorian goggled Steampunk world? Why the Steambat, of course. Austin, Texas is world renowned for its bats. So with a Steampunk treatment, the town’s winged residents take on an additional level of weirdness mixed with turn-of-the-century fun.
This “Dapper Darksinger” is available on a variety of apparel, tote bags, (flying) mouse pads, coffee cups and more. Choose with or without the “Austin, TX” designation.
Click Here to browse the official Steambat! merchandise shop.
Just a small sampling of merchandise available below. Dozens of colors and styles available in the ChetArt shop.
Shop Steambat! Here
Frank Buchwald
“Machine Lights” industrial lighting by Frank Buchwald.
ChetArt Father’s Day Gift Guide
With Father’s Day just around the corner, now is the time to shop for the perfect gift that says, “Thanks Dad, for your support with your worldly advice/bail bond/love.” Bypass the usual Sharper Image drudgery, such as the golf tee meat thermometer or universal remote tie clip in exchange for some truly foolish fun.
The ChetArt shop offers a massive gallery of Tiki flavored signed prints. Choose one that best represents dad or go for the “two fer” special to treat yourself with an extra.
Also available: “The Twilight of the Tiki” limited edition hand bound and signed book.
For the superhero loving Dad, choose the Union of Superlative Heroes and Order of Nefarious Villains. Available as trading card sets and a limited edition, back to back hand bound book.
Visit the section HERE for card sets, books and signed prints.
You say your Dad likes monkeys? Well, look no further for an enormous wealth of simian silliness.
ChetArt offers unique and original portraits of monkeys spoofing the Victorian Era, imaginary worlds of Steampunk and a cavalcade of historical tomfoolery.
These images are available as signed prints, trading card sets, limited edition books, coloring books and the newly released poker sized playing card set.
Simian Playing Cards—-Society of Sinister Simians Book—-Monkey Coloring Book
Hand stitched leather paperweight
Steampunk Monkey Nation—-World War Monkey—-Society of Sinister Simians
Let the monkey decide!
Caution: If your Dad receives one or more of these simian gifts, there’s a high likelihood he’ll substitute relaxing in the backyard hammock for swinging from the tree.
Renegade Craft Fair Austin
A visit to the 2012 spring Renegade Craft Fair provided a wealth of creativity and great artistic energy. I enjoyed meeting folks from across the country as well as a great representation of local Austin artists and fellow Austin Craft Rioters. What follows, after the jump,is a small sampling of booths from the show. Be sure and click on images for a larger view.
Thrillist Monkeys Around
Thrillist highlights ChetArt today with a great feature, combining news of my playing card set with a trip to the zoo. Thanks Dan!
ChetArt Contest Winner
Congratulations go out to Roy for winning the ChetArt Giveaway Contest and finding a bit of luck in a random universe. He’ll be receiving The Monkey Color! coloring book, Steampunk Monkey Nation card set, Society of Sinister Simians card set and 5 Sinister Simian vinyl stickers. Thank you to all for entering and here’s hoping you come back for a chance to score with a future contest.
Starting now for a full week the ChetArt online shop is offering 15% off your purchase price. During checkout use the following Coupon Code to receive your discount:
Chimpy
Click Here to Visit The ChetArt Online Store
Be sure and check back for future updates and announcements regarding the newest addition to the ChetArt monkey family: “Monkopolis.”
ChetArt Giveaway Contest
(Image from the upcoming “Monkopolis” project.)
In celebration of the upcoming release of the new ChetArt project “Monkopolis,” I’m giving away a big bunch of monkey fun to one lucky winner.
Here’s how to enter for a chance to win:
Share this blog post on any social media site you’d like: Twitter, Facebook, A Blog, StumbleUpon, LinkedIn, Reddit, etc. After you share, leave a comment on this post explaining how you shared and include the link. If you share this post on multiple social media sites, be sure to make separate comments for each share to improve your chances of winning.
Another way to enter for a chance to win is to simply “Like” the ChetArt Facebook page.
Contest is open till midnight, Wednesday April 18th. The winner will be chosen randomly and announced on the blog April 19th.
Here’s the swag that one lucky monkey will win:
Monkey Color! Coloring book (24 pages of coloring fun)
Steampunk Monkey Nation trading card set
Society of Sinister Simians trading card set
5 Sinister Simian vinyl stickers
Stay tuned for more news regarding the soon-to-be-released “Monkopolis” project!
Pierre Matter
Pierre Matter sculpts beautifully intricate dreams.
Staple! Independent Media Expo Wrap Up
Over the weekend I exhibited at the Staple! Independent Media Expo here in Austin. I had the pleasure of meeting lots of great shoppers and talented fellow vendors. On Saturday I was honored with a an interview from Tim Harrison and his talented roving crew from Kung Fu Jack Knife. Thank you Tim! Below is a selection of shots from the event.
My half table neighbor Paul Horn of Cool Jerk fame is a true comic genius. When I prepared for my first San Diego Comic Con, Paul, a native of San Diego and seasoned Comic Con pro, was incredibly gracious and helpful with advice and info. Having him next door was indeed a highlight of the event for me. Look forward to seeing him and Darlene this July at the 2012 San Diego Comic Con!
Organizer and all around workhorse Chris “Uncle Staple” Nicholas visits with the folks from KOOP radio.
Staple!
Find me at the Staple! Independent Media Expo this Saturday and Sunday here in Austin Texas. I’ll be selling from my collection of handmade limited edition books, trading card sets and signed prints. Tons of talented folks, special guests and panels all brought to you by the inimitable Chris “Uncle Staple” Nicholas. If you can’t make it to Austin, enjoy the next best thing: take advantage of the limited time offer of free shipping within the U.S. in the online ChetArt shop. (use the Coupon Code SHIPMONKEY during checkout)
Sorry Luxembourg
For a limited time the ChetArt online shop is offering free U.S shipping for all items. During checkout enter the Coupon Code- SHIPMONKEY to receive your free shipping. This special offer applies to those shopping within the U.S.