Saturday 12 October 2013

Less of that and more of the other!

Apologies for the lack of posts my friends. Lots has happened since I waxed rhapsodic about Before Midnight back in July! Along with Life of Pi, it remains one of my favourite films of 2013. The only other film to bowl me over this year has been The Conjuring - James Wans superior, demonic-possession story. Be sure to check it out!

Speaking of horror, I'm now writing for the good people at Monster Pictures. Monster Pictures is the go-to site for any film fanatic or horror fan. As a chief distributor of horror movies, Monster Pictures offers some of the best contemporary tales currently available. The site has up-to-the-minute news and daily articles on every facet of the genre. My own weekly musings can be found here.

This blog will continue to play host to my illustration work. Again, lots has been happening - predominately comic-book related work. As 2013 comes to a close and the new year begins, more of these projects should be appearing, hot off the presses. Upon completion, I hope to post about each and every one.
Outside of comic-book work, I've been playing with design and colour. Below is one such example.

Copyright Alex Smith 2013

There be two designs here; the original black and white design and one with colour and (secondary) lettering. Originally I wanted the body parts to spell out the words, but the scratchy lettering was a commercial/necessary addition.
This design was inspired by the punk band of the same name. A terrific three-piece who play regularly around Melbourne, these raucous rockers are not to be missed! Check 'em out here!

Keep a look-out for more art-related posts soon. I'll be giving you my full round-up of the films which caught my attention this year also.

Cheers for now!