Darth Maul painting study

Do I like Star Wars? Sure, as much as the next guy. You're the next guy, like Star Wars? ‪

Another painting study I did recently. This time of a Darth Maul action figure. (Among my favorite character designs and one of the coolest villains ever.) I took some photos of him standing on top of a square color changing LED alarm clock. It is the only light source. 

Sketchbook drawing - Viggo Mortensen

Many people are often surprised when they look through my sketchbook. It's actually filled with life drawing, anatomy studies and studies of people from photos - there's not a lot of cartoons in it. I like picking up the free mag from the movie theater (Cineplex, here in Canada) and drawing from it. It's often filled with multiple photos of the same actors/actresses to draw studies from.

Drawing is of actor Viggo Mortensen from the movie 'Captian Fantastic'. Ink and marker on kraft paper. ‪

Christopher Nolan Inspired by Francis Bacon's paintings

"Having other frames of reference, having windows into other possibilities is essential."
-Christopher Nolan

Director, Christopher Nolan, discusses how the Joker's makeup in the movie The Dark Knight was inspired by the paintings of Francis Bacon, the value of seeing art in person and working analogue. Art inspires more art.

NERDCORE III - opening May 9th!

So the painting previews I've been teasing you all with are for this upcoming group show opening on May 9th at Slushbox Gallery, in West Palm Beach, Florida!  fb event info here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1552679305013669/

(I will not be attending the opening in person unfortunately, but it looks like a strong roster of talent lined up. I encourage you to check it out if you're local/in the area.)

Drew: The Man Behind the Poster

I had finally watched the movie Drew: The Man Behind the Poster this past week. Excellent documentary - I strongly recommend you to watch it.

Drew Struzan is an acclaimed movie poster artist having amassed unparalleled talent combined with advertising art on some of the greatest films ever made. He has certainly influenced my work and created a great sense of anticipation for movies as a child. I like that the film makers also chose to explore how the movie poster industry has unfortunately decayed over time. 

For more great art documentary recommendations, I compiled a list here: http://www.jonodoiron.blogspot.ca/2013/01/art-documentaries.html