This ‘Semi-Sort-Of-Comic’ by America’s favourite illustrator Frank Chimero (I have no actual stats to back that up, this statement is based solely on the numerous re-occurrence of his name on the blogs I frequent), is a lovely example of the creative process. Plus it references cats and Chuck Norris, so it’s definitely destined to go viral. Inspired by an equally neat, although not quite as humourous Semi-Sort-Of-Comic by Jessica Hische.
Simple idea, but pulled off immaculately. I mean I love anything that uses Futura anyhow. But let’s face it, it really is smashing.
Nothing is original. Steal from anywhere that resonates with inspiration or fuels your imagination. Devour old films, new films, music, books, paintings, photographs, poems, dreams, random conversations, architecture, bridges, street signs, trees, clouds, bodies of water, light and shadows. Select only things to steal from that speak directly to your soul. If you do this, your work (and theft) will be authentic. Authenticity is invaluable; originality is non-existent. And don’t bother concealing your thievery - celebrate it if you feel like it. In any case, always remember what Jean-Luc Godard said: “It’s not where you take things from - it’s where you take things to.” - JIM JARMUSCH
Post-Its Stop Motion Animation.
So freaking cool.
NUMBER SIXTEEN.
May28
Nineteen instruments. Or pseudo instruments. Each on a separate video. All in B-flat.
We should revel in not caring how good or bad we are, and by knowing that we hone our creativity with each stroke of the pencil. The point is to keep doing, it’s how you get stuff done. And most certainly how you get better. - JASON SANTA MARIA - ON THE MERITS OF KEEPING A SKETCHBOOK
Creativity is a wild mind and a disciplined eye. - UNKNOWN
