TipsyDesign

2009-06-21T11:22:00.001-07:00

David Mazzucchelli Little Lulu
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From MOCCA Festival 2009 in NYC. Than you David for this awesome drawing. I just love it. And it's going to go next to my Do-Ho Suh. I think they will really compliment each other.

2009-06-10T19:28:00.001-07:00

Gary Panter MOCCA 2009
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Okay this is a Holy Grail or me. Been a fan of Gary Panters work since 1986 when I picked up his book "The Asshole" in SF. Thats Tubby's tongue gettin' a stamp. So cool talking to him too. Really nice guy.
My bro got me his new two volume book and its amazing!
http://www.pictureboxinc.com/product/id/238/

Seth MOCCA 2009

2009-06-10T19:16:00.001-07:00

Seth MOCCA 2009
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns

I had great time at MOCCA in NYC last weekend. Yes it was hot as hell in there but fun to check out all of the great artists attending.
Added nine new sketches to my Little Lulu collection.
And I got Seth Lulu! Wanted one when I first saw his cover to that classic Comics Journal 100 best issue.

2008-10-21T14:48:00.000-07:00

Kevin Scalzo at Secret Headquarters
I'm BAAAACK!!! Uh....my bro Kevin Scalzo created a whole new series of work and has a solo show in Los Angeles at Secret Headquarters that starts on Friday, October 24th. It's a really fun looking show with some really great pieces. We hope to see you there and have a drink with Kevin.

Opening Reception
Friday, October 24th, 8-10pm
at Secret Headquarters
3817 W Sunset Blvd
LA CA 90026

Comic Con 1980

2007-08-02T18:53:00.001-07:00

Comic Con 1980
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns

Found this ad in a 1980 copy of The Comics Journal. Look who was there. John Stanley went to San Diego? Cool!! Wally Wood is my number one favorite artist. I would have died to have been there to meet him.
Though I used to go to comic conventions in the early 80's I didnt start going to SDCC until the late 90's and have not been back in a few years. Would love to go to see some of my fave artists and purchase art and sketches but the movie gawkers and gigantic crowds just turns me off. Why do they go see trailers? I guess to see the actors and directors.
Yeah, I saw the same sneak previews as they all did Friday. Its called Quicktime and youtube. Ha! I'm going to try MOCCA next year in NY and see how that is. I hear its pretty great.

2007-07-13T17:23:00.001-07:00

Sugar Booger 2 Page
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Sugar Booger #2 Kevin Scalzo
Just got the new issue of Sugar Booger and it looks fantastic.
Funny story and great art by Kevin Scalzo.
Its a full color book and the pages look like they were dipped in kool-aid packets.
You can get a copy at Last Gasp. They rock too.
http://www.lastgasp.com/1/10/Kevin+Scalzo/0/

Okay Kevin, when are we going to see a SB toy? With additional booger accessories. Ha!

Henry Ian Cusick Lost in Wakiki

2007-02-14T14:08:00.001-08:00

Henry Ian Cusick
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Found this photo from last novembers trip to Oahu.
Walking around Wakiki when we noticed a familiar face at the surf rentals at Queens. It was Henry Ian Cusick from "Lost".
Just when I thought we would not see anyone from the show during our 16 days there. He was really cool to meet. No hang ups that I was buggin' him. Talked about surfing, what would be a good sized board to get, has he seen the Triple Crown contest going on at sunset beach. If I had my board shorts on I would have got a board and went out too. Ughh!!

2006-12-25T01:00:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

I hope you all have a wonderful holiday.

Cover by L.B. Cole

2006-11-18T14:00:00.000-08:00

HONOLULU!
I just arrived home a few days ago from an amazing vacation to the island of Oahu.
Our first day we attended an art opening that Jenn's mom was in at the Pegge Hopper gallery in Chinatown. It was a group show for Day of the Dead. The opening tonight was for the artists and friends (the next night was the first Friday opening). I was surprised at
the great turnout. A lot of people showed up and the sidewalks were filled with the many art goers walking to the various galleries also open. I really liked her piece of a skeleton chair that is in honor of her father.

2006-10-01T14:06:00.000-07:00

REPRODEPOT FABRICS
My brother and his super cool wife have created and run a fantastic business called ReproDepot Fabrics
If you are a crafter or a fan of reproduction vintage textiles you are going to love this site. They also have cute imported fabrics from Japan perfect for quilting. Very cool! New pillow cases for my winter projects and new buttons for my vintage Tiki shirt. Osoreooi!! (Awesome)

Chromo Paintings

2006-09-30T15:03:00.000-07:00

Just Finished. Yeah!

Chromo is a robot who travels through the galaxy in his little satellite. Silver ink on black arcylic.
Available on Etsy

Nouvelle Vague Bumbershoot in Seattle

2006-08-27T16:09:00.000-07:00

Nouvelle Vague Bumbershoot in Seattle
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Bossa Nova takes on New Wave at Bumbershoot. I will be at the Seattle Center to see these amazing musicians cover the Clash, the Cure, and Joy Division. Cant wait to hear the new album that came out this week.

Primate Five LUAU!

2006-08-24T13:06:00.000-07:00

Primate Five & Crusher Headlining at PunkLife
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

I lost my voice after this performance. I gave it my all to the fans and I know the other guys did too. Great crowd at the Luau. Thanks Dave for the best one yet! Also thanks to the Seattle Police Department for not shutting us down. I guess they heard us six blocks way. I never saw so many police at one party. I thought it was our escort to the tour bus after the show.... Oh well. Last photo was from the PunkLife Fest.

THE CLAW VS. TIKI MONSTER!

2006-08-24T12:23:00.000-07:00

The Earth Shakes!
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

This years Luau was over the top. As the Claw I was asked to perform with the amazing Primate Five. Just back from an exhausting tour of the Phillipines they had one more to show to perform and asked me for my help. I am indebted to those four gentlemen after saving my life during a brawl in Lautoka Fiji that I intentionally started. At least I think it was them. Of course I said yes. I have an extensive fan base in West Seattle so I thought I could help.
After singing two of my most popular songs I noticed over the thunderous applause that something was going on in the back of the crowd. Almost immediately I recognized what it was. At over nine feet tall and 300 pounds one of my greatest enemies found me. Let me just state this now. HE DID NOT RECIEVE AN INVITATION.
I think that night the earth did shake.

LUAU Seattle

2006-08-23T22:19:00.000-07:00

Luau- Pineapple Chicken
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

This was the best Luau yet. Each year Dave's backyard gets better looking as we add more Tikis, lights, and decorations for the bar.
The food was from a local Hawaiian family restuarant and was gobbled up in record time. Pineapple chicken, chicken katsu, and bbq pork. Lots of Hawaiian sweet rolls, and hot mustard to create tasty sandwiches. Thanks Bats! Didnt get too wasted this time thanks to the great food in mah belly. My watermelon drink (The most popular drink at the party) was not ready to go so I drank Tiki mugs full of delicious MaiTai's from drink master Carl Drunko. Great crowd. Met new people who share in the love of Tiki culture in Seattle. DJ's G and Double-O S.O.U.L were the perfect mix of lounge and funk. Next year will be even better!

APE 2006 BatMan

2006-04-20T19:46:00.000-07:00

APE 2006 BatMan
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Hey Im at a comic convention. You have to draw BatMan at least once.

APE 2006 SuperDuperMan

2006-04-19T22:33:00.000-07:00

APE 2006 SuperDuperMan
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

One of the best surprises at APE 2006 were the drawings that I made with Kevin while sitting at our table. They are just simple, fast sketches but it was fun.

APE 2006

2006-04-15T12:19:00.000-07:00

Happy at APE
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

I had a great time at APE. My bro Kevin Scalzo and I had a booth (our first together) full of screenprints, Gocco prints, even Giclee prints. Lots of comics like Sugar Booger, Mushroom Kid and our newest Aw, Nuts!
Kevin also had new t-shirts and a sketchbook that looked really tough.
We both met a lot of really cool new people and saw some old friends like Eric Reynolds and Greg
Zura of Fantagraphics. Got to talk to Dan Clowes again which is always great.
Lots of "Pixar" type comic artists this year. Real cute looks to their stuff.
We got food every day at the Ferry Building Marketplace at the Embarcadero. My hotel was just across the street so it was very conveniant.
I will have some more APE photos up very soon.

2006-03-21T19:55:00.000-08:00

A.P.E. Con / Alternative Press Expo!!!

April 8th and 9th in San Francisco. I will have a booth there with my bro Kevin Scalzo. Im really excited because I have been to many comic cons (Man, I could tell you some funny geeky stories!) but never had my own booth.
We are going to premiere our newest comic book Aw, Nuts. If you are going to be there, please stop by our table and say hello and check out all the cool stuff we brought. We will also be doing free sketches and selling art.
I have two prints that were completed this month and will be sold at the table. Here is what one of them looks like. Its called Tin & Tonic. Silver ink printed on a really nice silver metallic card stock. The cool addition of die cut bubbles add to the swingin' cocktail look. My biz is called TipsyDesign and this year will be the begining of a new line of prints, books, t-shirts,
toys, and some surprises. Hope to see you all there!

2006-01-29T00:34:00.000-08:00

MUSHROOM KID!

Yo! The first appearance of Mushroom Kid has been completed and will be in the first issue of "Aw Nuts!". The book will debut atA.P.E..
in San Francisco on April 9th.
Be sure to be there. I will have a booth with a secret artist later to be announced.

2005-12-25T00:05:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas

Happy Hanukkah!! Mele Kalikimaka!!! And Merry Christmas!!!!
Wishing you a peaceful holiday.

2005-12-20T22:00:00.000-08:00

YEOW!! SANTA!!

JAIME HERNANDEZ SANTA

Another Jaime Hernandez original. Used for a Fanatagraphics Christmas card. Only a few more days until Christmas!

2005-10-15T20:02:00.000-07:00

JAIME HERNANDEZ & THE FANTASTIC FOUR

Crud! Its been way too long so Im just going to post some stuff from my freekydeeky collection.
I love Jack Kirby's run on the Fantastic Four (he was the artist for the first 100 issues!). Pure escapism for my money. So when I met Jaime Hernandez (Wha? where is this story leading too?)at one of those many cons I have been to, I thought I would ask for a sketch (as well as buy some art) based on those great times. I have almost every issue of the original Love & Rockets, love Jaime's stylized women, and one of my favorite FF characters was Medusa so..........
Thanks Jaime!
Marvel, get a clue, and beg him to do one issue of the FF.

2005-09-22T18:08:00.000-07:00

Nouvelle Vague

A few nights ago I saw an amazing new band from France called Nouvelle Vague.
The songs are from our New Wave past, low-fi'd for the lounge crew. Great versions of The Clash's "Guns of Brixton" , Sisters of Mercy "Marian" and XTC's "Making Plans for Nigel". After their set was over they came back and played a wicked version of an errie Bauhaus tune. And during "Too Drunk To Fuck" the two singers ran off the stage and jumped on the bar encouraging us to sing along. A few French friends of mine who now live here were there to cheer them on.
There are so few bands or events that have any style any more so its very important to support them whenever they are in town. Try to see this great group!
Nouvelle Vague Song

John Byrne Captain Canuck

2005-08-23T20:15:00.000-07:00

Byrne Captain Canuck
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Please be kind, I am baring all. Ha! When I was 15 years old (the biggest geek you would ever meet) I met artist John Byrne at a local con. This was just when he finished his amazing kick ass run of the X-Men and I was a HUGE fan of his and would look for any book drawn by him. He was drawing sketches ($20!) so instead of asking for a voluptuous Red Sonja or a sexy Black Widow I asked for the Captain. Whaaa? When he was finished he presented me with a beautiful sketch.I was blown away. My first real piece of art! I had it matted and it hung on my wall. In my twenties I stopped reading comics and got into music and other art and it wasnt until recently that I pulled it out of a stack of art I have and really gave it a new look. Its still great. Im still blown away by it.

2005-08-20T18:59:00.000-07:00

WALLY WOOD

Back when I was around 13 years old one of the first comic book artists I ever found out about was Wally Wood. He was primarily known for his work at EC comics from the 50's like Weird Science,Weird Fantasy and early Mad magazine but he also did some cool work for Marvel and Warren. In the 70's he started to self publish with titles like Cannon and Sally Forth. What I really liked were all the details in his work (interiors of space ships!) and the double-lighting effects that he would create on his figures. Very dramatic. Of course my favorite were the 5'2'' women he would draw. They were so cute! Wally Wood took his own life in 1981 but there is so much incredible work he left behind that he is still an influential artist. He is on my top five comic artist list. Check him out.

Birthday Candle

2005-07-23T21:55:00.000-07:00

Birthday Candle
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

I just had a great Birthday party at one of my favorite clubs that my babe Bats threw for me. A lot of my friends were actually around town that week to attend and even a few surprise ( how did she hook that up?) old friends showed up.
The best was the three tiered cup cake tower that held four dozen little cakes.
After two chocolate cakes (the vodka kind), three keylime pies, cosmos, metros, someone always handing me a beer to keep my two other beers company, and way too many tequilas, I had the worst hangover the next day in many years to remember.
Thanks also to four of my best friends who all went in and got me a retro old school Powell skateboard! WOW!
That was really generous. Its arriving next week, and photos of me performing "Ollies" at the nearby bowl will be posted very soon.
Thanks to everyone who attended.

And thank you Bats. That was very special.

Phantom Lady #17

2005-07-19T13:48:00.000-07:00

Phantom Lady #17
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Phantom Lady #17 with the classic Matt Baker cover art. A few years ago actor Nicolas Cage sold his collection of 400 rare comic books for $1.6 million dollars. This is one his books. Cage took his name after the 1972 Marvel hero Luke Cage, aka Power Man. This was also in the 1954 book Seduction of the Innocent. Because of that, #17 is highly collected for its "Headlights" cover.

SugarBooger Kevin Scalzo & Blood Mark Ryden

2005-07-02T10:28:00.000-07:00

SugarBooger Kevin Scalzo & Blood Mark Ryden
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Speaking of influences. The super hot (yeah, he's hot!) Mark Ryden is a big fan of artist Kevin Scalzo and his character Sugar Booger. A huge hit in Japan I heard. Scalzo's work is a fantastic mix of 70's House of Marvel, Micronauts,Lonnie Toft,Chaïm Soutine and extra chunky peanut butter. Rydens latest portfolio and prints were called Blood Sweat & Tears and featured one print called Blood that was influenced by Sugar Booger. Check out Kevin's work. Some of you might remember him from the Burning Brush auctions put together by Tim Biskup. Man, a lot of those artists are really big now.
Kevin Scalzo

Little Annie Futurism

2005-06-25T16:14:00.000-07:00

laf1
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

If you are a regular fan of Boing Boing like I am you might have seen the interesting article on how artist Mark Pillo has a piece of art that is VERY similiar to Tim Biskup. I have been saying this for a long time that while Juxtapoz is an awesome mag that has shown a lot of people the new lo-fi (thaz my term suckah!) art, new artists have to look beyond those ten stars that are shown in every issue.
You love Robert Williams, Tim Biskup, Coop, Shag, Glenn Barr? Well, look at Wally Wood or Harvey Kurtzman (those Little Annie Fannys, WOW!). Bill Wray, Jim Flora, Bill Ward or even Bruce Timm.
Or even go back a little further and learn about the Italian Futurists or the German Expressionists Max
Beckmann, Otto Dix, George Grosz, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. Looking at last months issue does not work any more folks. That also goes for all of the new galleries that just copy the mag for next years line up.
http://www.boingboing.net/2005/06/18/twin_artworks_by_pil.html

Mecomicspic#2

2005-06-19T20:13:00.000-07:00

Mecomicspic#2
Originally uploaded by Tipsydesigns.

Yeah!!! TipsyDesign. On this page Im just going to rant and rave about things I love (and hate) and hope you will enjoy the ride.
First of all I am a big comic book geek and have been since the 70's. Thats cool now (finally!!) because so much of pop culture is coming from comics. I think everyone should learn about the history of this great american art form.
My big POP faves right now are: Wally Wood Russ Meyer Bossanova Bruce Timm Oahu Chet Baker King Kong The Cramps Bukowski Bill Ward Richard Corben MF Doom Jack Kirby Steve Ditko Bettie Page The Jam 60's Marvel Comics Neal Adams Jackie Mittoo And The Soul Brothers Mike Mignola Rockabilly 62 Thunderbird Betty Blue Groovie Ghoulies Coop Dexter Gordon GentGemBuffDCup Film Noir
Mickey Rourke Serge Gainsbourg Satan's Pilgrims Tony Alva Nouvelle Vague Tim Biskup Alberto Giacometti Lonnie Toft Rockin' Jelly Bean Gil Kane
Jayne Mansfield Miles Davis Bob Ross RayGuns and Jenn. Ha! that was from the top of my head at the moment.