PLAYSTATION INTERVIEW
I’ve been interviewed by Playstation about my work and my recent animated Playstation theme with Studio Output. You can read the whole article here:
http://uk.playstation.com/home/news/articles/detail/item447843/The-Studio-monthly-5/
You can download my theme here:
PAINTING AT USTWO STUDIOS
Here’s a short time-lapse of me painting at the world famous Ustwo studio last week. It was fun hanging out with you guys. Go and check out their amazing work here: http://www.ustwo.co.uk/
Following my recent show at Kemistry Gallery, I’ve been busy working through the midnight hours creating a brand new website. I’ve updated my online portfolio with over 40 exciting new projects and have added a brand new store section. You’ll see new work for clients such as Nike, Stussy, Playstation and Mountain Dew, as well as a selection of new personal projects across illustration, sculpture and animation. So take a look and get in touch…
I was in Liverpool with Nike yesterday, to compete against a crowd of runners. I had to beat them by painting a canvas in the time it took them to run 5k. It worked out I had roughly 25 minutes, so time was short!
I painted a slogan “Refuse To Lose” which nods back to running culture. Using Indian ink on canvas - 1 colour to keep things simple - It was super tight, but I’d like to call it a draw. Thanks to all the runners who took part…
Kmag have been asking me the ins and outs of my work practice and posted up an interview with me on their site. You can see it here…
“AS SEEN ON TV” VIDEO
Thursday 11th August saw the opening of my solo show “As Seen On TV” at Kemistry Gallery in London, and the official launch of my collaboration with eS. A huge thanks to everyone who came out - I was amazed by the turnout, especially after the recent riots in London. Thanks to the legend Dan Magee and John Fisher for putting this film together.
So eS gave me the chance to make my own small collection with them this season. I chose one of my personal favourite shoes - The La Brea - and worked up my signature colourway. Grey on the outside, and my bright yellow static pattern on the inside. Pretty much the same way my head works…
I also made a hooded herringbone harrington jacket with raglan sleeves. For me the perfect balance between British and American styles, while keeping it wearable. Features chain stitched slogans from my show, and stripe cuffs and waist, nodding towards Varsity style sports.
A Starter herringbone snapback cap with ‘Golden State of Mind’ embroidered in a tonal manner on the front. For me a classic piece of Americana…
Finally I did 4 t shirt graphics, which all relate to the show, and feature an athletic style signature label. All available now from all good skate stores… Thanks eS!
The good guys at Blueprint have released a super limited deck to tie in with my current solo show at the Kemistry Gallery with eS. I grew up riding Blueprint wood so it’s great to have these decks available. The boards are super limited to a run of 35 and feature my artwork all over the top and bottom. They’re hand signed and numbered by yours truely.
They cost £50 and are 7 7/8 wide. They are only available from the Kemistry Gallery. Be quick…!
You can contact the Kemistry Gallery by phone or email:
info(at)kemistrygallery.co.uk / +44 (0)20 7729 3636
The good guys at Huck magazine have also been asking me a bunch of questions about my work and what the hell do I think I’m doing. You can see my responses online here.
Thanks guys!
The guys at Front magazine also caught up with me while I was still painting for my recent show. Very flattered with their headline - Praise The Ward… Thanks guys - In stores now!
