Geeking out/Nerding it up.

Hello.

Happy Thanksgiving. I hope it was swell! I spent a good deal of it sleeping next to a roaring fireplace with Pearl, the family Labrador. Not a bad way to spend a holiday.

Work continues as usual, in spite of demanding schedules and exhausted hands. Last Thursday/Friday, I spent a little time whipping up something special in between cleaning and stepping out for drinks:



This was a gift for the super-talented Jon Knox: http://jonknoxstudio.com/

I remember that the first time I saw Jon's work, what stood out to me the most was his completely hands-on approach. He was making toys, all on his own, and they were incredible. I was immediately a fan. When I found out Jon was going to be attending Designer Con, I jumped at the chance to meet, and make something for him. I don't normally make art for other artists (unless I know them), but the idea excited me so much, I had to do it. I love Jon's characters quite a bit.



Getting photos of this piece was difficult. The lighting wasn't the best, but it happens.

Over the course of doing these pieces, I feel like I've learned something or tried something different each time. This was the first time I'd incorporated stitching into the piece as more than just a way of holding the piece together. I also sewed a little more detail into the hair than I usually would. I liked the results.



Meeting Jon and handing this to him was kind of wonderful. I might have been geeking out, just a tiny bit. I am right now. It's always nice to meet the people you admire, especially when they are super neat.

In general, the con was great fun. It was just the right size to spend time meeting creators and really looking around. I especially enjoyed Bwana Spoons' Star Wars figure paintings. Nerd candy. Here's a few photos:









I was also impressed by the diversity of vendors...lots of talented guys and gals showing off what they do best, whether it was crafts or brands. I will be there again next year, no doubt.

So bear with me as the day roll on...eventually I'll be updating this with silly comics and goodies on a daily basis. December is always a crazy month, and it looks like it might end up being a bit busier than I anticipated. But I'm rather excited about what's coming soon. I will keep you updated!