The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is an Austin, TX institution, serving the holiday shopping needs of visitors for years. The event showcases the creations of 200 local artists and runs every day from 10AM-10PM starting Black Friday till Christmas Eve (closing at 6PM on Christmas Eve.) If you’re in the Austin area or plan to visit during the holidays, make sure you put this great shopping experience on your list of things to do. Follow the link below for more info and location.
“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.
All prints are signed and numbered from a limited edition of 25. Number 1 from each edition is framed.
View the Entire Collection here
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
“Yippee Ki Yay” matchbox art prints now available in the ChetArt shop.
“Horror House” by Chet Phillips
“Horror House” is a signed 16″ x 20″ Giclee poster from an illustration by Chet Phillips. Japanese styled house composition depicts a variety of famous monsters and creatures from movies, TV and literature. Banner on left side translated to “Horror House” and below, “Kaiju” (Strange Beast.) Small placard on the right side translates to “Nightmare.”
Printed on high quality archival heavy 60lb polar matte cover stock paper and signed by the artist. Limited edition of 100.
The “Incognito” series of laser cut wooden pins created by Chet Phillips showcases animals wearing masks. Each pin measures approx. 2 inches square. Two layers of wood give them eye catching depth. Bottom layer made from 1/8″ maple hardwood and top layer 1/8″ cherry hardwood. Series includes: “Wood Spirit,” “Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing,” “The Trojan Bird” and “Sloths of the Serengeti.”
~Available Here in the ChetArt Shop~
Congratulations to Guillermo del Toro for winning the best direction and best picture Oscars for “The Shape of Water.” I had the pleasure of creating his portrait for the Gallery 1988 show in 2015. Just a handful of limited edition prints still available, now in the ChetArt shop.
“Werewolves In London” by Chet Phillips
Created for Guzu Gallery’s “They’re Coming To Get You” horror art show, “Werewolves in London” mashes up the 30’s werewolf film with Warren Zevon’s “Werewolves of London” song. Signed and numbered limited edition Giclee prints available.
Gallery 1988 presents “30 Years Later,” an art show celebrating movies released in 1987. My contribution titled “Predator Tin Toy” pays tribute to “Predator” as a black light tin toy version of the movie’s monster. (Note that the Yautja letters below the chest TV spell out “Dutch.”
Rocket Attack! by Chet Phillips
Guzu Gallery presents “Creature Comforts,” an art show celebrating animals in pop culture movies, books and TV. My piece pays tribute to Rocket Raccoon from “Guardians of the Galaxy.” Limited edition prints and vinyl stickers available in the gallery.
“Forest Spirit” pays tribute to “My Neighbor Totoro” with a signed limited edition print series. Each print has gold foil stamp and gold foiling pen details. Part of the Parts and Labour “Popped” pop culture art show.
Gallery 1988 presents an HBO sponsored Veep art show. My piece for the show is titled “Second to None,” and references the feel of turn-of-the-century political poster art. Signed limited edition prints are available through this LINK.
Gallery 1988 presents a Memes themed art show. My two contributions, titled Blue Oysters and No Cowbell celebrate the classic SNL skit with Will Ferrell and Christopher Walken. You can purchase signed limited edition prints through the links below.
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Process steps for creating “Second to None” piece for HBO sponsored “Veep” art show. Signed limited edition prints will be available. Opens April 14th at Gallery 1988 (West) in L.A.
Thank you to everyone who came to Fan Expo Dallas 2017 and showed their great support.
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.
Paintings by Jeremy Enecio
Gallery 1988 and HBO present a Veep art show. Opening reception Friday April 14th. My piece for the show, “Second to None,” has also been used for the show’s announcement card.
Happy Birthday Kurt Russell, action hero icon and star of Big Trouble in Little China.
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.
