Paying homage to the great Modern Mechanix magazine covers from the 30s and 40s, this series injects that feel with pop culture vehicles from cult movies and classic sci-fi TV series. Each is available as signed 11 x 14 prints.
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
Find ChetArt in the Small Press section, table O-01 (across from Oni Press) at the 2018 San Diego Comic Con.
“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.
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.
“Mario Wars” greeting card measures 5.25″ x 5.25″ printed on 64lb. high quality archival cotton rag. Blank inside and includes 5.5″ x 5.5″ envelope.
Hero Complex Gallery presents an art show devoted to the films of director John McTiernan. My contribution imagines a portrait of the creature from Predator creating havoc in ancient Japan. Framed version including gold foiling pen details will be available in the gallery.
Smaller 11 x 14 signed Giclee prints (without gold foiling) now available in the ChetArt shop.
The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a unique holiday shopping experience held annually in Austin, TX. The event runs from Black Friday through Christmas Eve, open every day from 10AM-10PM (closing at 6PM on Christmas Eve.) With 200+ artists on display, it’s always an honor to be included. If you’re in Austin or plan to visit during the holidays, be sure to Chet it out.
Gallery 1988 in L.A. presents their annual Crazy 4 Cult art show with the theme of cult movies. My submission combines characters, objects and quotes from Luc Besson’s “Fifth Element.” Signed limited edition prints available HERE.
For 2018, two calendars showcasing matchbox art from Chet Phillips.
“Got a Light?” is a 6″ x 12″ wall calendar displaying a variety of pop culture characters in the form of vintage matchbox labels. “Sci-Fi Transport” displays 12 vehicles from science fiction movies and TV and is presented in a CD case sized desktop format (measures 5.4″ x 4.65″) Both are printed on 100 gloss book paper. Wall calendar is wire bound with hanger and desktop version comes in plastic CD case that flips open for display.
“Sci-Fi Transport” displays 12 vehicles from science fiction movies and TV and is presented in a CD case sized desktop format (measures 5.4″ x 4.65″)
A variety of ChetArt products are available at Parts & Labour on South Congress in Austin.
Samurai Delicatessen by Chet Phillips
Taking Austin Books’ birth year, 1977, as their inspiration, twenty-three talented artists will help pay tribute to the legendary comic book store via limited edition prints and original artwork. For the “Spirit of ’77” show, I created 2 pieces celebrating 2 pop culture icons from the year 1977. Saturday Night Live’s Samurai Delicatessen skit with John Belushi and Chewbacca from Star Wars. Signed prints available online now:
Planet Kashyyyk Matches by Chet Phillips
(Framed version available only in person at gallery)
San Diego Comic Con 2017: ChetArt table in the Small Press area, table O-01. 2017 was a great year in San Diego for us thanks to the great support of everyone who came by to purchase and visit. Thank you all for the fantastic time! Here are some highlights of the show floor with exhibits and cosplay.
Preview night! Jeffrey Vaca presented me with a vintage game cartridge version of my Parzival’s Quest artwork that I created in tribute to Ready Player One. Thank you Jeffrey, for the wonderfully creative gift!
Another great highlight of the show was a visit from Cory Doctrow. Cory has been a great supporter over the years, highlighting several of my projects on boingboing. Thank you for taking the time to come by for the visit, Cory!
Our great neighbors Paul Friedrich and Ryan Claytor in Small Press.
The first time in seven years straight without our good friends Cesare and Kirstie of Curio and Co. They sat out this year and were truly missed. Check out their site of amazing things.
Thank you San Diego for a great year. Hope to see you again in 2018!
A selection of goods created by Chet Phillips is now available at Parts & Labour, located at 1704 South Congress Ave. in Austin, TX .Very happy to be included among the great group of local artists represented in this wonderful shop. If you’re in Austin, Chet it out!
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.
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.
Hand inked Giclee prints utilize fluorescent inks to create black light art.
Black Light sensitive prints with a tin toy theme. Each print has been hand inked details using fluorescent inks. Each measures approx. 11″ x 17″ on 13″ x 19″ sheet. Rocket Raccoon, Cthulhu, Mechagodzilla and Godzilla available in the Etsy shop.
