tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46873390431645083492024-02-19T08:45:00.426-08:00COLOURS OR CHORDS?Illustration, Drawings and Mucking aboutSimonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-84348388473014420672015-06-04T10:35:00.000-07:002015-06-04T10:35:03.832-07:0010 Bands 10 Minutes at the Movies<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, 'lucida grande', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18.7600002288818px;"><br />Lights, camera, action - 10 Bands 10 Minutes hit back again with a tinseltown spectacular.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, 'lucida grande', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18.7600002288818px;" /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ten Bands XII was the most Bad, Dangerous, Invincible Thriller yet - fastest ever sell out show at the Kazimier, and a boss way to start the year.<br />
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I did a couple of posters for this one: one massive black and white one to go outside the venue, and an A3 colour print for the bands to take home. Can you feel it? Can you feel it? CAN YOU FEEL IT?<br />
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-34740982532814043332013-10-24T09:48:00.000-07:002013-10-24T09:49:36.741-07:00I love you but your feet's too big<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Earlier in the year I did some work for Lucid games on the first episode of <a href="http://www.lucidgames.co.uk/product/jacob-jones-and-the-bigfoot-mystery/" target="_blank">Jacob Jones & the Bigfoot Mystery</a> - if you've got an iPhone or an iPad, you should <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/jacob-jones-bigfoot-mystery/id603099823" target="_blank">check it out</a>. It's a puzzle game and it's loads of fun.<br />
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Here's some screenshots - get ready for some bonce-scratchers, and keep your eyes peeled for the next episode!<br />
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Get onto this poster I did for the Blondie 10 Bands 10 Minutes gig - should I even bother typing that it was boss, again, like all the other ones? Photos <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.577563465614779.1073741853.120190144685449&type=1" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Next up: Michael bloody Jackson.Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-66600328341811490852013-07-24T08:06:00.000-07:002013-10-24T09:50:44.460-07:00Ten Bands Ten Minutes 10 - A David Bowie tribute<br />
Last month was the tenth 10 Bands 10 Minutes gig at the Kazimier, and it was yet another smasher - the last few have provided the best nights out I've had in ages, and the bands keep cranking out boss sets. One question: how to top this one?? <br />
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(I've got my heart set on a nu-metal halloween apocalypse - you can file that under 'so crazy it just might work' *)<br />
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Finally, I just picked these up from the printers for my friend Tom and his fiancee Sarah - they're getting married in Italy and were keen on having bespoke invites folded into a paper boat shape, similar to some they found online. I offered to fold them too, only to find it mega stressful - free tip: don't try and fold nice paper and eat a peanut butter brownie at the same time.<br />
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-35933194586089889222013-07-19T09:33:00.000-07:002013-07-19T09:33:54.483-07:00Brian Blessed's Blueprint Bundle<br />A while ago I did some work on an app for Brian Blessed that has yet to surface - until then, here's some bits I did for his website/twitter profile.<br /><br />
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I'd love to say these blueprints were self-explanatory, but only so I wouldn't have to hazard at an explanation myself.<br />
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-51952105026823882682013-07-18T02:49:00.000-07:002013-07-18T03:02:54.356-07:00Four Weddings III: A toast to Heidi and Ben<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Next year, my friend Heidi is marrying her corazón de melón, Ben, in Puerto Rico. They are both lots of fun, and they commissioned me to do a really fun illustration for a save the date magnet. I'm planning on going and also on drinking a pina colada as big as this one. They have a terrific dog called Monster (also pictured) who is an absolute terror, and boss.</div>
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Side note: their initial idea was a Game of Thrones themed illustration of them as Daenerys and Khal Drogo, but that might work better as a massive oil painting above their fireplace.<br />
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-66228320285827328732013-07-17T08:28:00.001-07:002013-07-17T08:28:44.046-07:00Four Weddings II: Congratulations Mel and Holly<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br /><br />My friend Niki commissioned me again to do another gift illustration for a friends wedding. This time, their interests included karaoke and their cats. In hindsight I realised this would have been a perfect opportunity to draw some cats doing karaoke and get paid to do it! Totally missed the boat there.<br />
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-881080780163265432013-07-15T11:42:00.002-07:002013-07-15T15:05:09.713-07:00Four Weddings I: Party on, Alayna and Rich<div>
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I've had a run of commissions from friends recently, and they all relate to weddings in some way. I need to find a way of getting unlimited buffet access into my fee - that's where I <i>truly</i> shine!</div>
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First off: my good friends Alayna and Rich. This invite is for the party event of the year, and I can't wait - I included some nods to Mad Men and Stanley Kubrick, and managed to throw in a couple of cats and some ice cream to make sure all their interests were included.<br />
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-12626060942328851742013-03-20T10:37:00.000-07:002013-03-20T10:37:14.403-07:00Found Footage Fest UK Tour<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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10 Bands Fleetwood Mac was a total barnstormer, surpassing every one we've done so far.<br />
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The Kazimier sold out by the time the second band were on, everyone playing brought their A-game, and there was a queue round the block all night. I can't wait for the tenth 10 Bands 10 Minutes - it's David Bowie themed and it's totally going to topple Liverpool into the sea.<br />
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Last Halloween, Married to the Sea decided to return to Germany for the first time in two long years - and like a tsunami of virgins blood, we engulfed the Fatherland with our terrifying brand of indie pop once more.<br />
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Back in September we hosted another 10 Bands gig at the Kazimier, and managed to once again get more people than ever to come, and to somehow perform whilst being 100% leathered.<br />
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It was amazing, and the poster was suitably loud and stupid.Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-17062270379218854462012-06-18T07:48:00.003-07:002012-06-18T07:50:30.807-07:00OAB Olivia continued: Comic stripsInitially it was intended that we would develop the Olivia character for a number of comic strips, and that these would subsequently be used as storyboards for an short animated film. Unfortunately the project got pulled before we could begin any animation but I was still able to put together a few of the comic strips in preparation.<br />
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Todd Barry is really, really funny. You might recognise him from playing jerks in The Wrestler and Flight of the Conchords, or possibly from his appearances in Louie alongside Louis CK. He's also got a few albums on Spotify so if you're not familiar with him, you should investigate further - he's a hoot.<br />
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Anyway, I did a limited run of prints for his show in Manchester, and they turned out really well - I still have some left over, so get in touch if you want to order one.<br />
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I recently did some work developing concepts for a mascot/character to be used to promote awareness of a medical condition known as OAB syndrome. As this stands for over active bladder, they had to handle things in a delicate manner... and so out of these three ideas, the client settled on the more straightforward human character (developed further at the bottom). Whilst I really like the tap concept, I can see how it could be seen as insensitive. I still like the various handles as hats though!Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-74101802252313768112012-06-14T08:55:00.002-07:002012-06-14T08:56:52.218-07:00Loads o' LogosI sometimes get called upon to design logos and icons for corporate use - websites, newsletters, letterheads etc. It can be pretty limiting in terms of being creative, but I do get to try things out on some occasions. Here's a selection of work done for various clients:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NgjjdvC53Ess6Mpx3Y2Bivaftr1Ju7pp4F10AFh1xtkY3T6Us10m-O2wNwDFoGMpEwIorF9uK5-B7jhpuFO1FETHm0_eU7M9ax1XzDl5m0_2E9IKytvz2cU-jtF_1Shn8N7RXxnKIZ0/s1600/logo-selection.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NgjjdvC53Ess6Mpx3Y2Bivaftr1Ju7pp4F10AFh1xtkY3T6Us10m-O2wNwDFoGMpEwIorF9uK5-B7jhpuFO1FETHm0_eU7M9ax1XzDl5m0_2E9IKytvz2cU-jtF_1Shn8N7RXxnKIZ0/s320/logo-selection.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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(apart from winter, that would clearly be a much better time)Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-1513263004179679882012-06-14T08:13:00.001-07:002012-06-14T08:13:44.832-07:00Pack Xerxes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Last month my band Married to the Sea unleashed a new cd titled 'Pack Xerxes', featuring four of our latest belters. I cooked up this artwork for the sleeve and the disc design too - my only requirements being that it looks fun when it's spinning. You can buy it <a href="http://marriedtothesea.co.uk/">here</a> at our website, you lucky sods.Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-33247285028882904282012-06-13T10:20:00.002-07:002012-06-14T08:58:48.497-07:00Congratulations Dave and Siobhan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Once again, my friend Niki has commissioned me to do an illustration for her friends wedding. This time the happy couple are Dave and Siobhan - the brief was to include Edinburgh Castle in some way, and a pirate theme was also requested. I'm pretty pleased with the results!Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-86664655409681184622012-06-13T10:18:00.000-07:002012-06-14T08:57:19.921-07:0010 Bands 10 Minutes - The Purple One<br />
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Once again we're hosting another 10 Bands 10 Minutes gig at the Kazimier, and this time it's a tribute to that oh-so-sexy MF - Prince. Everyone's had a rib removed in preparation, and we'll be following the gig with the Gold Soundz dj's dropping diamonds & pearls until the wee hours.<br />
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The following thieves will be in the temple:<br />
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Married to the Sea<br />
Good Grief<br />
Hillary & The Democrats<br />
Doubledoubleplusgood<br />
Vasco da Gama<br />
Alpha Male Tea Party<br />
Cavalier Song<br />
Vette Brakes<br />
So Sexual<br />
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Also, check out <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCy3H2QFPPI">this</a> great clip of Prince on the Muppets.<br />
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To celebrate the release, I've put together this advert - feel free to re-post it and spread the word!<br />
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4687339043164508349.post-40010031832685736372012-02-01T09:53:00.000-08:002012-02-01T10:06:44.194-08:00The Amazing World o' Stuff #2 - Gig posterUpdate: I'll be playing with Elle S'appelle at the aforementioned Used Vinyl Club with The Loose Moose String Band in March - only went and did the poster for that too, didn't I?<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_nJBBTxgTnqd6uQEJIrQIqChTlfqJoYztTmT2sAnOk5ne_TgOTHeeewdHO2JTjo-h97pzDlTZ78YMVz5raVY3hmVOy6MU2mymDaTHHfFpxEbYkL1TtKAP59Oohr-gBHlIwzrIFo8-VKo/s1600/elleposter_example.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 283px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_nJBBTxgTnqd6uQEJIrQIqChTlfqJoYztTmT2sAnOk5ne_TgOTHeeewdHO2JTjo-h97pzDlTZ78YMVz5raVY3hmVOy6MU2mymDaTHHfFpxEbYkL1TtKAP59Oohr-gBHlIwzrIFo8-VKo/s400/elleposter_example.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704227496832773218" /></a><div><br /></div>Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11583482197724606072noreply@blogger.com0