Painter X3

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I received my complimentary version of Painter X3 yesterday, handsomely contained in a mini collector’s can on a flash drive. It prompted me to recall purchasing version 1 in 1992 (pictured on the left) that was packaged in a standard sized gallon paint can filled with a fistful of diskettes and manual. A lot has changed through 13 versions of Painter, but it still remains my program of choice for creating artwork. This new version looks sharp and runs stable. Learn more about this product here.

Mark Bryan

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Fun concepts, beautifully rendered. Visit Mark Bryan’s site for more visual goodness.

Steampunk Monkey Nation and Gear

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3 new portraits have been added to the series Steampunk Monkey Nation in which characters are displayed among a gallery of all of the tools of their trade or military unit. Each of these stalwart monkeys and apes utilize specific weapons, clothing and support equipment in order to complete their challenging and dangerous tasks and missions.

All portraits showcased are available as signed 11 x 14 prints in the ChetArt Shop.

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Find the print series here.

And the Gallery of Heroes Card Set Here.

Toy Joy Art Show 2013

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The jury is back and ChetArt will have 5 pieces included in the 2013 Toy Joy show.

Toy Joy is an Austin institution, offering up a slew of wild and crazy fun. This is my second year to exhibit for this fun venue. Show details to follow soon.

ACR Summer Show Booth

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The 2nd annual Austin Craft Riot summer show was a big success. Loads of crowds passed through the Austin Music Hall to shop, eat and enjoy the great music. The ChetArt booth was designed with a hands off approach this time around. I floated in the background, allowing elbow room and privacy for folks to pick and choose their favorites. There are so many amazing people in our newfound home of Austin and I was honored to meet them over the weekend and receive their great support. A big thanks to the ACR board members, planners, volunteers and to all who came out for this great event.

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Austin Craft Riot Summer Show

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This weekend marks the 2nd annual summer show event hosted by Austin Craft Riot. 70 vendors anchor 2 days of art, music and food trucks at the Austin Music Hall.

ChetArt will be represented with a booth full of signed prints, card sets, books and more.

Learn more here.

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Steampunk Monkey Nation and Gear 2

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Two new additions to the series “Steampunk Monkey Nation” portraits with gear. The ladies are represented with Penelope Lavinia Obscura, an espionage agent and mechanic Calpurnia “Flywheel” Camberforge.

Prints of both available in the online shop.

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Steampunk Monkey Nation Portraits and Gear

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Introducing the new series: Steampunk Monkey Nation character portraits with gear. From a strange and simian-based alternate universe comes this collection of figures from all walks of life and occupations. These portraits attempt to shed light on what it takes to survive and engage within the world of Steampunk Monkey Nation. Beginning with these three notables, Mordecai “Gunny” Gundersonne, Samson Meriwether Riddlewitte and Gabriel Warwick Thorncastle, others will soon follow to join the ranks.

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~Signed 11″ x 14″ Prints Available Here~

ChetArt at San Diego Comic Con 2013

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San Diego Comic Con 2013 was a great experience with high energy fun, over the top creativity every where you looked and record breaking sales for us. We enjoyed seeing our fellow Small Press vendors from years back and meeting many new creatives. We had lots of return buyers and fans visit us and purchase some new offerings, along with a visit from Bob Leeper of Nevermore Evermore (see his Nerdvana Comic Con reporting HERE) and Don Thompson of Blurppy fame. We enjoyed a surprise visit from our good friend David Patton and his family and he was kind enough to take a picture of us in our booth. (above) Celebrity sightings were sparse, but did see Stan Lee signing across the aisle from us and Molly C. Quinn wandering by and posing for fan pictures. Frankly, we kept our heads down so much with transactions there’s no telling who may have walked by the main aisle next to us. We were proud and happy to see and sell alongside our great fellow Small Press friends Dane, Ashley and John of Monkey Minion Press, Paul Horn of Cool Jerk, Matt of Mincing Mockingbird, Ryan Claytor of Elephant Eater Comics, Paul Friedrich, George “Geo” Davis and Bill Robinson of Flimflammery. Elsewhere on the floor we were happy to spend some time with Cesare and Kirstie of Curio and Co. and see Daniel and Dawna of Steam Crow, both with amazing booth designs.

Below are lots of pictures from the event.

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ateamfoursomeThese dapper gents really liked my Steampunk Monkey Nation portrait with gear prints.

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ChetArt at SDCC 2013

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ChetArt will be represented at this year’s San Diego Comic Con in the Small Press Area, Booth O-01. “The Land of Kaiju” limited edition alphabet book, card sets and prints will be available. Find lots of monkey-centric items as well, with Simian Playing Card packs, “Lights! Camera! Monkeys!” postcard sets and print plus some brand new Steampunk Monkey Nation prints.

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Love the retro treatment of a re-imagined King Kong poster from La Boca.

Lights! Camera! Monkeys!

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 What if monkeys and apes invaded Hollywood?

Lights! Camera! Monkeys! is a collection of eight 5″ x 7″ postcards showcasing monkeys in classic films and TV series. Each postcard is printed on sturdy 14 point premium uncoated cover stock and the reverse side includes a bit of back story or plot for each subject (monkey pun filled, of course.) Each set comes with one each of: Monkey Trek, Dr. Howler, Kill Bonobo, Monkey of Oz, Dr. Strangemonk, Lord of the Bananas, Monkey Wars and Planet of the Humans.

Postcard sets and signed 11 x 14 prints available in the

~ChetArt Shop~

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Flying Monkeys of Burlington

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A unique flying monkey gargoyle tradition resides in Burlington. via Kuriositas

ChetArt Card Sets On Display

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I received pictures from long-time supporter of ChetArt foolishness, Dan over in the U.K. He has just put together framed displays of the various card sets he has purchased, ready for display in his home. Thank you Dan, for the great honor you’ve given my work and for sharing the beautiful results!

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ChetArt “Monkey Madness” Sale

For a limited time, shop from the entire line of goods available in the ChetArt online store and receive 20% off your entire purchase. It’s monkey madness! Signed prints, trading cards, playing cards, books, 2013 calendars and more to help brighten the new year.

~Click Here to Visit the Store~

Mayan Denying

Don’t let the Mayan prophecy of doom deter you from making plans for 2013. No better way to do that than choosing one of 5 ChetArt 2013 desk calendars.

See  images from the selection:   Wrestle Pets –   Steampunk Monkey Nation –   Superlative Heroes –  Nefarious Villains –   Creative Pets

Monkey Day

December 14th is International Monkey Day, celebrating all things simian.

ChetArt- Fab Sale

A ChetArt sale, sponsored by the e-commerce design site Fab, starts today and runs for one week.  12 images from the ChetArt archives will be made available as unsigned 8″ x 10″ prints at discounted prices.

See more here.

The Austin Flea- Holiday Edition

ChetArt will be exhibiting at the holiday edition Austin Flea this Saturday- 11-5. If you’re in Austin, drop by for some shopping fun at Emo’s East.

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