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The Cinema Experience - Escapism at its best
The Oxford Dictionary defines escapism as "The tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment or engaging in fantasy." The genre of science fiction is one form of escapism. As a genre for film, it entangles the audience into the imagination of a team of people from behind and in front of the camera. The science-fiction movie is born from the painted words of an author's written vision alongside a director's interpretation. The vision is shared amongst the amazing talents of movie poster artists, cinematographers, costume designers and out of this world musical composers. We swathe ourselves into the folds of escapism and lay before its artistic representation limited by area, time, and space upon a screen.
It was in April 2018 that the Martigues Science-Fiction Film Festival (MSFFF) premiered, the first of its kind in Martigues, France. The event showcased the strong presence of France in the science-fiction genre of comics, novels, film and across social media platforms. The beautiful location was friendly and welcoming, the small shops decorated their storefront windows with movie themes whilst providing shade to visitors and locals who came for the festival.
Countless movies were screened across several theatres in Martigues of which we were able to attend three screenings: Small Soldiers (1998), 2010 (1984) the sequel to Space Odyssey 2001 and Soylent Green (1973). The impact of viewing these classic science-fiction films on the big screen advanced the meaning of cinemas during this experience. Cinemas are a stage of action, where the imagination of others is projected and made accessible to many. Cinemas offer a place and opportunity to relive or enjoy films of all ages. The theatrical experience enables you to get as close to the art as possible in an atmosphere that can be unifying where you sit side by side with fellow attendees sharing experience and emotion through art.
The guest of honour, director Joe Dante was a daily presence at the MSFFF. Having directed movies such as Gremlins, Small Soldiers and Inner Space, Joe Dante’s creative work touchesupon the comedic aspect held within the realm of science-fiction whilst addressing the hidden possibilities of natural and human invention and evolution. Getting the chance to see Small Soldiers on the big screen enabled an audience, nearly a quarter of century later after its initial release, to relive the 90s escapism where you and the screen filter out the world around you and supplant you within the atmosphere of an earlier time period. Watching a former release in a renewed cinema experience enables you to travel for a moment into a captured visual field of time and space. Joe Dante’s films have presented us with his vision of cinematic expression where an audience can experience evolved states of existence and invention, its expression of dangers, challenges and overcoming seemingly impossible obstacles. Science-fiction enables our mind to think farther away and ahead into an infinite realm of possibilities. That is what cinema offers us, escapism. We cheer for the positive outcomes and are heavily rewarded when they are won at last, and we grieve when the greater outcome is lost.
As the months move forward with the possibility of once again attending a local cinema we look toward another moment of escapism. It is here where we can share experiences of artistic expression and interpret the screen's story through the lens of our own experience, desires, inner conflict, and hopeful resolution. It is in this that we might be able to renegotiate the world around us as we recover from so much change, and in this former familiarity we can sit together and return to a source of cinematic comfort and inspiration.
MARTIGUES SCI-FI FILM FESTIVAL KEY ART POSTER - ARTIST PROOF
Original lithographic print from the MSFFF event. Limited edition, event exclusive.
Limited posters available now exclusively from the artist. Visit the shop here.
23x33" (approx) Lithographic Print. AP (Artist Proof) Signed by the Artist
Officially licensed poster from the event features guest of honour Director Joe Dante and other guests at the event including writer Benjamin Legrand, Director Marc Caro and Illustrator Paul Shipper
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Masters of the Illustrated Film Poster 2020 - The SDCC@Home Special
Sit back, and enjoy this rare, almost fireside chat amongst some of the finest illustrators in the film poster field from the last 50 years!
Art of The Neverending Story
Warner Bros. 1984 original one sheet movie poster. Illustrated by Richard Hescox.
Every time it comes for me to sit down and reflect on movies and movie poster art I hesitate before glancing overwhelmingly within my mind over so many movies and memories. But, I quickly think of movie poster art and find my hasty browse slow to a reflective gradual halt. In this instance, my focus soon stopped and reflected on the image of Falkor, a mythical Luck Dragon from The Neverending Story.
Based on the novel by Michael Ende, The Neverending Story (1984) promised a tale of fantasy. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen, the German production was mainly filmed in Munich, and, at the time, was the most expensive film outside of US production. The cast included Noah Hathaway (Atreyu), Barret Oliver (Bastian), Tami Stronach (Empress), Patricia Hayes (Urgl), Sydney Bromley (Engywook), Gerald McRaney (Mr. Bux), Moses Gunn (Cairon), Alan Oppenheimer (Falkor), Deep Roy and many others.
Artist and illustrator Richard Hescox created The Neverending Story’s illustrated one sheet movie poster that would grace the cinemas and frame many childhoods. The flying Falkor and Atreyu are painting soaring amongst the clouds with fellow cast members lining the bottom suggesting an epic and fantasy driven adventure. A traditional artist, Richard Hescox has worked on other entertainment campaigns such as E.T., The Dark Crystal and illustrations for a series of George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones. He continues to make original art pieces of imaginative themes and landscapes of fantasy.
In an October 13, 2013 interview with TheOriginalVanGoghsEarAnthology, Richard Hescox spoke about his art, inspiration and philosophies of illustrating where he reflects on the question of art as a powerful force:
“I like to think of art (all branches: literature, poetry, song, drama, music, sculpture, painting, etc…) as Hyper communication. Talking is basic communication. But make those words a poem and the concept embeds itself far more effectively in the listener. Graphic arts do the same. A talented artist can communicate a concept more subtly, and at the same time more powerfully to the viewer. The mark of good art is the amount and quality of communication that it effects (a test that too much modern art fails at).” -Richard Hescox (Interview 2013, TheOriginalVanGoghsEarAnthology)
Though the author of the original novel The Neverending Story felt that the movie did not reflect his book in its entirety, it has, nonetheless, made an impact over the many decades since its release 35 years ago. In 1990 my 2nd grade teacher scheduled a movie day at school where we could bring a sleeping bag and watch a movie, and on this occasion it was The Neverending Story. This one moment was instantly enmeshed with the events around me that year, friends, moving, changing schools twice and the magic of Falkor. The art of film and movie posters are powerful forces. The importance of the illustrated movie poster is the imaginative power of the artist and relaying this to a receptive audience, a freedom to create an image of fantasy and showcase the film in one image. However, it is the impact of their art that can remain impressionable and is often our reference point in memory.
“I feel the most pleasure when I find that a painting I have done, and which I feel a huge aesthetic charge from, has also touched others in unexpected ways. The communication I strive for has to be felt by viewers of my paintings on a deeper than literal level. Therefore I am most excited about creating the next painting that achieves that.” -Richard Hescox (Interview 2013, TheOriginalVanGoghsEarAnthology)
Movies & Memories: Going behind the scenes with the ‘art’ of illustration blog
The former Paul Shipper Art blog has returned! As a features blog, it will take a behind the scenes look at the entertainment industry through the art of illustration. We aim to bring you a unique perspective from the art world, and to keep you informed about entertainment news, appearances and events surrounding the artists of film poster illustration and their work. Leading on from this mission, my first task as the features writer is to introduce you to the face behind the words, and it is here that I will attempt it through my experiences of the entertainment industry and a couple of movies that stood out in my childhood highlighting the work of Bob Peak (Excalibur) and Carl Ramsey (Poltergeist).
Excalibur (1981) Illustration by Bob Peak
Growing up in the US in the 80s and 90s, I was inspired by the characters from adventurous plots and mysterious storylines swathed in the enchanting sets of cinema. These films, though not always historically accurate, were full of mystery, adventure, the supernatural and a dash of horror. They made an indelible mark on my inquisitive mind and led me on a sure path to examine ancient mythology. The allure that cinema had encouraged me to examine history on a much deeper level and forgave the historical tangles and (mis)representations that it portrayed. Movies for me, as a child, went hand in hand with their visual and iconic artwork that appeared on their VHS cassette boxes and posters in the local video stores. I rarely went to the cinema growing up, so I understood the long duration of wait time between the big screen release in the cinemas to its arrival at the local video rental store. A high box office earner at a video store would claim an entire wall display and I can recall on many visits there would be ‘no rental copy available’ disappointment. In the event of this, I would examine the shelf video box scanning over its front cover art and (re)reading the movie synopsis on its reverse. Sometimes a video store clerk would just happen to return a top title back on the shelf and I would be there at the right time!
My family are comic-book fans which encouraged my imagination to paint a world around me where anything was possible. I was often outside playing superheroes and ‘fake fighting’ either as Storm, Kitty Pryde or as my own created comic-book character Deadly Princess Kelee to defeat those invisible bad guys. Whether I was performing family comedy skits, or digging for creepy crawlies and catching lightening bugs, it was rare that a weekend would go past that I wasn’t sitting in front of the television enjoying a daytime episode of Star Trek, I Love Lucy, The Munsters or one of the many classic television reruns.
Some of my fondest memories were of my mom rushing to make a massive bowl of popcorn before Doctor Who began, an entertainment family tradition. Like many, the tradition of television and movies wove itself into my family’s everyday life. Two movies stand out instantly in my recollection when I think of family tradition and the 1980s, Excalibur and Poltergeist.
“Behold Excalibur! The sword of power! Forged when birds and beasts and flower were One with Man, and death was but a dream!” - Merlin (Excalibur, 1981)
Poltergeist (1982) Carl Ramsey
The 1981 film Excalibur was a tale of King Arthur that combined an element of grit with enchantment, exemplifying how betrayal and drama surrounds any tale of epic proportions. My first striking memory of this movie was Bob Peak’s movie art on our VHS box. It was in the late 80s/early 90s when I remember looking at the fairytale-like enchantment of the light and colours. The arm of the Lady of the Lake and the glinting light reflecting off of the sword in Bob Peak’s art is just as enchanting as the scene in movie. Comparatively, the film was a less misty-eyed version of King Arthur to what you might have read or watched as a child. O Fortuna, the theme of King Arthur’s ride will always be synonymous with this moment. I remember watching Nicol Williamson’s performance as Merlin, each word would rise and fall in every scene, you could not help but share in the sense of being scolded alongside the characters that he spoke to. Helen Mirren was that day forward known as Morgana in my mind and Nicol Williamson as Merlin. This movie swirled a fantastical vision of mythology with a realistic tone. The film made the mystical seem less dreamlike and more a possibility by exhibiting the natural human flaws in personal choice and consequences.
From historical mythology to modern phenomena, the 1982 movie Poltergeist depicted paranormal experiences coming to life where a family draws on their own bond and strength to overcome the unusual events that befall around them. There was a slight documentary feel, not too unlike Close Encounters, which saw the development of paranormal activity through the family’s day to day routine. The name Carol Anne was often uttered in my household followed by warnings of not to go into the light. A snowy television screen often prompted a quote or two from the movie, an iconic image captured by the movie poster by Carl Ramsey. I was both scared and in awe of Poltergeist.
“There is no death. It is only a transition to a different sphere of consciousness.” - Tangina (Poltergeist, 1982)
Poltergeist is a family classic which only added to our shared tales about phenomena and ghost stories. This movie gave me a sense of how a strong bond can guide you through the most complex of situations, it is just a matter of knowing when to stay away from and when to walk towards the light.
Television, movies and its accompanied artwork has made such a strong impression on me as an individual. It is our experiences through the arts that help us identify our interests and even our prospective career path. I welcome you to this new blog series and I look forward to sharing more Movies & Memories with you in the coming weeks.
-Kelee Siat
Thought Bubble 2014
I am very proud to say I will have a table at Thought Bubble, Leeds this coming weekend! I am really looking forward to meeting some of you face to face.
I will have Prints from the shop (plus some new additions) comic books, screen printed poster...
And... An art book! (if they are printed in time!)
I'll also be doing a set number of 5X5 sketches on Saturday and Sunday. Once they are all sold out, that's it! To avoid disappointment, I have 20 slots open for pre order NOW. these are ONLY for pickup at Thought Bubble either on Saturday or Sunday. First come first served.
Head to the Shop to place an order now
So, if you are a fan of art, illustration, comics and posters you have to be coming along to Leeds this weekend! Some of my favourite artists EVER will be there too including Adam Hughes, Jock, Olly Moss, Laurent Durieux, Jason Edmiston, Tony Harris to name a few... see my highlighted list ;)
I will be in the Thought Bubble Tee Pee on Table 53 (it even rhymes!) next to my poster buddy Matt Ferguson at Table 52...
Hope to see you there!!!
...PS
For more information head to the Thought Bubble website.
The World's End - An Illustrated Film Poster
Okay, being followed on Twitter by a celebrity you admire is one thing... but when they send you a direct message asking if you would be interested in creating a piece of art for them... well, that's... SUPER cool!
Simon Pegg was very generous in publicly liking and tweeting my Star Trek poster art earlier last year to his fans and since then we have kept in touch with each other from time to time, culminating in an unexpected commission from him to create an illustrated poster for his latest film 'The Worlds End'!
Simon wanted me to see the film before I started on the poster design. His assistant invited me to a screening that would be in Wellington a few weeks away... a press screening I presumed...I was planning on going, until I realised the mid term school holidays were to start that weekend -- The film would be out the following week here so decided I would wait a week and spend some quality time with my daughter that weekend.
The day before the screening, Simon Tweeted this:
Bloody Hell! Simon and the Cornetto Crew were on their way to New Zealand! - Turns out it's the NZ Premiere I've been invited to! ....and there was no way I could get down to Wellington in time... Martin Freeman and Benedict Cumberbatch (at the time I was drawing him for the Star Trek: Khan comic book covers) were there too as they were filming the Hobbit... oh and look, Edgar Wright and Peter Jackson! (After telling a good mate this story, he called me a fool. Hah, I sure felt like one!)
After getting over the fact that I had been invited to the New Zealand Premiere and NOT gone! I went to see the film the following week and absolutely LOVED it! Now the ideas for the poster began....
Once I had the rough composition sketched out I emailed it to Simon to have a look at...
The World's End - Colour Rough Comprehensive
I got a quick fire reply from Simon by Direct Message on Twitter: (NB. Whenever I receive a message from Simon and I read it, I ALWAYS hear his voice saying it)...
Honestly, I can't ever recall a client messaging me like that before... I totally love this guy!
With no major changes needed except for adding Simon and Nick's names at the top of the poster and adding 'A Film by Edgar Wright' under the main title, Simon was completely happy with how the poster looked and gave the go ahead to work on the final art...
And here it is:
The World's End - Finished Illustrated Poster
Edgar Wright, Director of 'The World's End' was kind enough to write to me recently recalling the moment he received his gift:
“Simon had delivered a suspiciously poster shaped Xmas present to my house. I was already excited, but when I unwrapped it and saw Paul’s amazing poster I literally said ‘That’s fucking awesome’.
If our movie had been made in 1983 instead of 2013, I could imagine the poster looking a lot like this. Like many film fans I miss actual art on film posters and Paul Shipper’s genius work is precisely what’s missing.
I can happily call this my favourite ‘World’s End’ poster.”
A Poster Artist can not ask for higher praise than that! Thanks to you Edgar for taking the time to write to me and to Simon... well, this was all your idea!
An honour and a pleasure creating this illustrated 'World's End' film poster for you... You're a true Gentleman and a Living Legend mate!
Should you so desire, here's a link to download a 2560x1440 version for your desktop wallpaper.
Journey to the West - Illustrated One Sheet
When I first watched the trailer for Stephen Chow's latest film I thought, Woah! it reminds me of a show I grew up with in the UK... 'Monkey Magic'... As I researched a little more, turns out that this film by Stephen Chow (Kung Fu Hustle, Shaolin Soccer) is based on the same material! Very Crazy Cool... The film looks as crazy, if not more so than the TV show I was so fond of as a kid...
It is an absolute pleasure to be asked to illustrate a poster to promote this film for Magnolia Pictures and Magnet. This is another film that thematically lends itself to this kind of 'old school' advertising, my favourite kind!
It is so awesome to see a company looking towards illustrated posters to promote their films and feel very fortunate and proud to be a part of it…
The Poster art made its debut on CraveOnline and has had some nice feedback...
“Yes, from the writer/director/star of Kung Fu Hustle and Shaolin Soccer comes a demon-fighting fantasy with a new poster in the Drew Struzan mold, just to sell you on its epicness.”
“It’s great to see what I would call a ‘classic’ illustrated movie poster being used as the primary marketing tool, much like artists Drew Struzan and John Alvin used to produce. Paul Shipper has a talent for portraying emotion and character in his pieces, this being no exception, and has captured what I expect to be the fun and humour of a Stephen Chow movie. In tone, it very much reminds me of the poster for Big Trouble in Little China.”
About the Film:
Based on one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature of the same name, Stephen Chow's ‘Journey To The West’ is a contemporary remake of the misadventures of a Buddhist monk as he makes a pilgrimage from China to India. - See more at: http://www.magnetreleasing.com/journeytothewest/
Typhoon Yolanda Charity Auction
An online auction to benefit the victims of Typhoon Yolanda, and featuring artwork donated by some of the best illustrators in the business today.
18" x 24" Fine Art Giclee prints of the 2009 version of 'STAR TREK', and 'STAR TREK: Into Darkness' by Paul Shipper. JJ Abrams, Simon Pegg and Karl Urban each have prints from this very small run. A collectors dream poster to say the least!
Here are the WebStore links for my STAR TREK poster set!
'Star Trek (2009)' - http://www.webstore.com/34690452
'Star Trek: Into Darkness - http://www.webstore.com/34690871
Please give generously!
Visit the LineWork: Artists for Yolanda Relief Facebook Page and see more awesome work donated by Mark Raats, Jerry Vanderstelt, Sebastian Krüger, Trevor Grove, Roberto Robolus Freire, Alessandro Baldasseroni and Tsuneo Sanda.
Star Trek: Khan The Final Chapter
Star Trek: Khan #5 is coming out in February 2014 from IDW Publishing. Issue #1 and #2 are in stores NOW!
See the full illustration including closeups on my Behance Portfolio here http://bit.ly/I3Pm6L
Star Wars - Reinterpretation of A New Hope
When Topps contacted me about this project, Part of me was screaming YES while the other was hesitant about even trying to reinterpretate this CLASSIC film poster... I was swayed by Mr Waldeck to go for it using my style of illustration... Along with 8 other selected artists who have each contributed their re-imagining of what is possibly one of the most well known film posters in history.
Original Illustration
For a bit of fun I wanted to see how the artwork would look with added Billing Block, Titles, with a little weathering and creases as though it had been folded up and been in storage for a number of years :)
The Original Star Wars Release Posters
Thanks go out to SlashFilm for including the art on their site today!
Buck Rogers CD Cover Art
Intrada CD's just announced their 3 CD Soundtrack release from Season 1 of Buck Rogers...
It was wonderful to be asked to work on Buck Rogers following up from my Battlestar Galactica Covers - Another favourite show from my childhood!
Read more and order your copy here:
Official AMC 'The Walking Dead' Art Print
As a relative newbie to the show, I honestly had avoided the series even though it was extremely popular, I've never been a big Zombie fan, but due to being asked to join in on this project with HCG and AMC I found myself renting season one, watching it in 5 days, then renting season 2 and watching it over a weekend... I am hooked!
What I loved so much about the story is that it is about the people, their characters and relationships, dealing with a reality that the World as they know it has pretty much come to an end...
I knew then how I wanted to tackle this piece... focusing on the Heroes, the people.
The Walking Dead Season 1 SDCC Poster by Drew Struzan
I recalled Drew Struzan creating a Zombie heavy SDCC poster for Season 1... I saw that and thought, well, thats what our heroes are facing right there...
How about we show the zombies point of view in this one...
Rough iPad Comprehensive
Final Illustrated Artwork
Hero Complex Gallery has been hoarding for the zombie apocalypse as they prepare to announce their biggest exhibition of the year….invading Los Angeles on Friday, October 11th, from 7-10pm, on the eve of the Season 4 premiere, Hero Complex Gallery celebrates:
AMC’s The Walking Dead!
As millions of fans await the return of one of the most talked about television shows in the world, venture with us into the post-apocalyptic universe of AMC’s The Walking Dead. Artwork will be inspired by the group’s struggle to survive, fighting against the dead, fighting against the living, and even fighting themselves.
A horde of Hero Complex Gallery’s favorite artists are dancing with the dead, bringing to life the loved, hated, and oftentimes feared characters of this worldwide television phenomenon. Complicated leader, Rick Grimes, the dark and mysterious katana-wielding Michonne, and Southern bad boy turned good, Daryl Dixon, are just a few of the iconic characters of this series that are portrayed in paintings, prints, and sculpture.
Join us as we journey into the post-apocalyptic universe of AMC’s The Walking Dead!
When: Opening Reception: Friday, October 11th, 7-10pm
Additional Hours – W-Sun, 11am-6pm
Where: Hero Complex Gallery
2020 South Robertson Blvd., Studio D, Los Angeles, CA 90064
For further information about Hero Complex Gallery or this exhibition, please visit their website or email smasher@herocomplexgallery.com.
This Print is now available to buy from www.herocomplexgallery.com
Illustrating the Birth of Whiiite Comic Book
My first fully illustrated comic book from cover to cover!...is here!
There has been blood, sweat and tears working on this project... I'm kidding!
It was however a huge challenge realising this story through to completion... A long process, and let me tell you, I have a new appreciation for the comic book artists that do this on a daily basis... you guys... HUGE RESPECT!
Here are some of the initial sketches I did on my iPad while working through the story with Chris and Aric (using Paper by 53) and the final corresponding artwork finalised in Sketchbook Pro
Here are a few examples of the finished pages...
And now, this is pretty cool... another project (see NTSF:SD:SUV::) where my artwork has been re-imagined and animated for video ...with an Original Score by Chase Brawner...
I really hope you enjoy the comic book... This is issue #1 and the start of Whiiite's journey!
Visit Whiiite's homepage for details on how to get hold of the comic and be sure to check out his music too!
Star Trek: Khan IDW Comic Cover #2
Just announced this week is the cover art I created for the Official Comic Tie-In to Star Trek: Into Darkness for IDW...
The origin of STAR TREK's greatest villain continues here, in this all-new mini-series overseen by STAR TREK writer/producer Roberto Orci! Witness the never-before-seen outbreak of the legendary Eugenics Wars and behold Khan Noonien Singh's brutal rise to power, as the secret history of the future is finally revealed!
Written by Mike Johnson. Art by Claudia Balboni. Cover by Paul Shipper
Star Trek: Khan #2 The Official Comic Tie-In to Into Darkness
Bad Milo - One Sheet Illustration
Just announced: Film Poster/One Sheet I illustrated for the film Bad Milo.
Exclusively premiered on BloodyDisgusting.com today:
And picked up by Ain't It Cool News!
Some really nice words on the poster design from both of these sites - Thanks so much guys - pleased you dig it!
“Bloody Disgusting has premiered a new one-sheet for BAD MILO (formerly known as MILO), and they’re qualifying it as a contender for “best poster of the year”. I don’t blame them. This is more of a genuinely striking, tonally-ominous poster that we’ve seen for a theatrical release in recent memory.”
Kudos to Gravillis Inc great working with them again.
Twitter message from Writer/Director Jacob Vaughan
NTSF:SD:SUV:: Season 3 Artwork
NTSF:SD:SUV:: (National Terrorism Strike Force: San Diego: Sport Utility Vehicle::) [1]
Aliens, Segways ™, explosions, cat suits, ropes, Big Ben, lightning, robots, nun-chucks, puppets, needles, space helmets, walkie-talkies, killer whales, ketchup bottle suits and finger guns... just wait until you see the show!...
Season 3 begins this Thursday 12:15am on [adult swim] part of the Cartoon Network.
I had a great deal of fun working on this project with Gravillis Inc. and I think it shows in the art... A talented cast from the head honcho Paul Scheer (thank him for Shamu), Kate Mulgrew (Star Trek Voyager), June Diane Raphael, Rob Riggle, Martin Starr, Brandon Johnson, Peter Serafinowicz as the voice of S.A.M. and introducing Karen Gillan (Amy Pond from Doctor Who).
Final Art - Billboard Design
Final Art - One Sheet Design
Season 3 Trailer::
Early Poster Concepts::
Keep your eyes peeled for the Billboards in NYC and LA:: send billboard spotting pics to inthewild@paulshipper.com and I will post them on the Studio Facebook Page
The Lone Ranger - Illustrated Fan Poster
When I first heard about Disney's Lone Ranger movie coming out - I thought, what a perfect movie for an illustrated one sheet! I got very excited to see what may come of the official poster...
I felt an opportunity had been missed and so, I decided to create a poster that I thought could be deemed worthy of The Lone Ranger...
I only hope you agree... much like the JJ Abrams Star Trek posters, this is a personal project, just for fun...and for the love of the old movie posters I grew up with.
Lone Ranger - Illustrated One Sheet Design
I'm always listening to music while I work and in particular this track from the Lone Ranger Score by Hans Zimmer really got me pumped while working on the poster...
Back in 1981, The Legend of the Lone Ranger quite rightly had an illustrated poster... plus there are some comprehensives that Master Drew Struzan created for the film poster design... and a collectable plate illustration from 1994
Star Trek - Officially Illustrating Cumberbatch
Cover Art for Issue #1 by Paul Shipper
In case you missed it, I am proud to announce that I am Illustrating the covers for IDW's upcoming Official Star Trek Comic Book which will be chronicling the back story of John Harrison, the character played by Benedict Cumberbatch in JJ Abrams' Into Darkness... There will be six issues the first to be released in October.
You can read all about the upcoming series at the IDW website here: http://www.idwpublishing.com/news/article/2609/
"And Upon His Brow is Set a Crown of Flame" RED.
The first ever 'Real Life' Gallery show experience for Planet Pulp is upon us...
I have been a member, or affectionately known as a 'Rogue' at Planet Pulp for some time and has been a great place online to blow off some creative steam over recent years... and showcase my work. Now, flexing those muscles again, its time for the first gallery Show to be held in Los Angeles in partnership with Hero Complex Gallery. RED. Exciting times!
So without further ado, here's my finished painting for the show. I decided I would actually paint this one and broke out the airbrush, acrylics and Prismacolors!
18 x 24" Giclée Print - Limited Numbered Edition of 75 - $50.00
Hope you like it. Here's a pic of me working on the painting. Head to my Instragram page to see more of the behind the scenes process pics...
paulshipper's photo on Instagram
I have some other news relating to my HellBoy artwork. You can own an Original!
Hero Complex Gallery are holding a special charity auction of my original artwork, the comprehensive to the final Red piece, entitled "And Upon His Brow is Set a Crown of Flame" inspired by Hellboy. The auction will benefit the Calgary area due to the terrible floods that have permanently transformed that amazing city. This auction will commence on Saturday 6th July at the same time as the online sale for Red and the winning bidder will get this sketch as well as a copy of the finished print. Here's the info: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251300571354
Original Sketch Charity Auction Saturday 6th July
Original Drawing "And Upon His Brow is Set a Crown of Flame" Inspired by Hellboy
Approximately 19"x25" on Gray Art Paper, 8B Pencil, Prismacolor, and Black & White Acrylic Airbrush