Biblioluminous playing cards combine matchbox label designs with the theme of literature. 58 individual ChetArt designs within a plastic coated poker deck.
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Whistling Bird Matches
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Created for Gallery 1988’s “Idiot Box” show, “Whistling Bird Safety Matches” is an 11″ x 14″ matchbox sculpture in shadowbox frame.
Matchbox Label Cards
A Striking Collection: Matchbox Label Playing Card set is a plastic coated, poker sized deck of cards. 58 unique illustrations with pop culture themes that emulate the look of vintage matchbox labels.
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ChetArt 2020 Calendar
The ChetArt 2020 wall calendar showcases 12 matchbox art illustrations. Created entirely in the studio with each page printed as a high quality Giclee print, so a very limited run. Each calendar page measures 5.5” x 12” and each illustration measures approx. 4.5″ x 7,” suitable to trim out and frame at the end of the year.
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Gallery 1988 90’s Show
“Skellington Matches” created for the Gallery 1988 “90’s Show.”
Signed 5″ x 7″ matted prints and one 11″ x 14″ shadowbox framed sculpture.
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Got A Light? Matchbox Art
“Got A Light? Matchbox Label Art” show opened at Gallery 1988 in L.A. and runs through September 8th. The collection showcases 35 new pieces, all paying tribute to the look of vintage matchbox labels with pop culture themes. A selection of pieces are also presented as 3-D matchboxes in shadowbox frames.
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All prints are signed and numbered from a limited edition of 25. Number 1 from each edition is framed.
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Got A Light? Gallery 1988
Join me at the reception at Gallery 1988 Friday, August 24th for the opening of “Got a Light? Matchbox Label Art.” It’s a collection of new artwork celebrating the look of vintage matchbox labels with a pop culture theme. Each of the 35 pieces are available as signed limited edition prints. Along with framed versions there are eleven from the collection presented as 3-D matchbox sculptures in shadowbox frames. There will also be a limited number boxes of matches labeled with a selection of images.
The show will be on display for two weeks and all pieces will be available in Gallery 1988’s online shop on Saturday, August 25th. If you’re in L.A. I hope to see you there!
Eleven pieces from the show are presented as 3D matchbox sculptures in shadowbox frames.
Art on matchboxes!
35 New Pieces Premiering At Gallery 1988
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Idiot Box- Ron Swanson Matches
Jackalope Matches
Happy Alien Day 2018
ChetArt Xenomorph Matches Available HERE.
Krampus Matches Special Edition
Krampus Matches special edition print created for Gallery 1988 in L.A. Signed limited edition of 50. Available in the gallery’s online gallery.
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SDCC 17- ChetArt Small Press Table O-01
Find ChetArt at San Diego Comic Con 2017 in the Small Press section, table O-01 on the aisle right across from Oni Press.
This year at the ChetArt table there will be an abundance of Matchbox art prints, the “Monster Zen” book and a selection of prints from the book, “Imaginary Friend Field Guide” book, new vinyl stickers and greeting cards.
Fan Expo Dallas 2017
March 31st- April 2nd come visit ChetArt at this year’s Fan Expo Dallas. Find me at the end cap table PA4 in Artist Alley.
ChetArt Matchbox Display Racks
Display spin racks are ready for upcoming shows. A selection of 60+ prints that emulate the feel of vintage matchbox labels pay tribute to a variety of pop culture characters and objects. Each display is topped with a giant matchbox, complete with matches. Look for these soon at: FanExpo Dallas, Comicpalooza and Alamo City Comic Con.
Another Show About Nothing
“Monk’s Café” by Chet Phillips
Gallery 1988 presents a Seinfeld show titled “Another Show About Nothing.” My contributions for the show reflect a matchbox art theme with “Monk’s Café” and “The Chinese Restaurant.” Both will be available online this Saturday after the show reception on Friday, Dec. 2nd.
“The Chinese Restaurant” by Chet Phillips (symbol translates to: Eternity)
Mythbusters Art Show
“Crash Test Brand” by Chet Phillips
“Testing Myths” is a group art show tribute to Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman of Mythbusters fame. My piece places them in the world of Crash Test Dummies with a matchbox art design. Framed piece and a number of unframed matted versions will be available at the show’s venue opening on November 19th at Creature Features. A big thanks to Chogrin for curating this fun show.
ChetArt Matchbox Art
Inspired by vintage matchbox art designs, this new series explores the look and feel of matchbox advertising with pop culture characters, mythology and more. Each is presented as a matted 5″ x 7″ signed print perfect for framing.