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What Are SILA Members Doing? Jamie Stroud Wrote a Graphic Novel: “Rubr”!
Jamie Stroud completed his first graphic novel, a 216 page sci-fi story titled, "Rubr." The graphic novel is a standard 5.5” by 8.5” format that he wrote, illustrated with traditional media, and typeset. "Rubr." was written for young adults who enjoy DC and Marvel but with a more sophisticated plot involving science instead of pure fantasy. Download from his website and give it a read! https://www.jamiestroud.com/downloads/
Member of the Week…This Could Be You!
YES, THIS COULD BE YOU The Member of the Week project is available to all currently paid members. We post your story on the Society's webpage, si-la.org, and a different image each day on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. To date we've shown over 100 stories and are tready to show your work too.. Basic Info Needed: 7 Illustrations for feature via SI-LA social media Brief Bio to accompany aforementioned posts Photo(s) of yourself, workspace, WIPs and Process Videos, if possible...
In Memoriam: Howard Goldstein, Emeritus SILA Member
We are sad to announce the passing of Howard Goldstein, who passed away at the age of 93 in Thousand Oaks, California on August 3, 2024. Howard, a prominent Illustrator and graphic designer, was a pivotal figure in the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles, serving as its President from 1979-1980, as Editor for many years and as Community Liaison for several years. His creative genius spanned over fifty years, during which time he produced commercial and fine art that garnered hundreds...
Member of the Week Huining Shi
I am a concept artist and illustrator currently residing in Los Angeles, working at Treyarch, mainly on the Call of Duty series. Originally from China, I have been passionate about drawing since childhood. As I grew older, my fascination with games, movies, animation, and comics deepened, leading me to become a game concept designer. My current role involves creating early-stage concepts for games, working closely with game design. My designs encompass not only environments, props, and...
What Are SILA Members Doing? Bill Robles Is Speaking At CrimeCon 2024
Bill Robles Courtroom Illustrator New York gallery owner Margo Feiden, who represents famous caricaturist Al Hirschfeld, said history and celebrity will draw collectors to the courtroom art, but ultimately she predicts artists will become collectible. Said Feiden: “People won’t say I have a drawing of the O.J. Simpson trial, they’ll say, I have a Bill Robles”. For 53 years, Bill Robles has mastered the art of on-the-spot illustration. The 1970 Charles Manson trial launched a career as a...
What Are SILA Members Doing? David Klein Is Having An Exhibition
Beverly Hills Art Show! May 18 & 19, 2024 David Stewart Klein Featured @theartofdekay https://theartofdekay.com/ © no artwork displayed can be used without permission of the artist, David Stewart Klein.
What Are SILA Members Doing? David Klein Is Having An Exhibit!
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What Are SILA Members Doing? Giovannina Colalillo Is Exhibiting Her Work
You're invited to Join us Art Exhibition Opening “Unity in Diversity” Multicultural Art Exhibition Friday June 23 2023 6-9pm in the Silo Gallery at the Museum of Dufferin, 936029 Airport Road Mulmur ON L9V 0L3 I, Giovannina Colalillo am a featured artist in the “Unity in Diversity” Multicultural Art Exhibition at the Museum of Dufferin. Artists from across Ontario were selected by a jury panel for this show. Each artist has created artwork that reflects their own culture or the theme of “unity...
What Are SILA Members Doing? Anna & Elena Balbusso Are Interviewed by Graphis Journal Magazine
What Are SILA Members Doing? Giovannina Colalillo Is Exhibiting Her Work
You're invited to the opening of an art show in recognition of Pride Season in York Region "You Do You” An Art Exhibit in recognition of Pride season Opening Reception Friday June 2, 2023 6:30-8pm King Museum 2920 King Rd King City L7B 1L6 Canada Art show runs form June 3- August 12, 2023 RVSP to Giovannina Colalillo or kingmuseum@king.ca 905-833-2331 Remarks and refreshments at 6:45 pm Featuring the work of 20 emerging and established Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ artists and allies
What Are SILA Members Doing? Giovannina Colalillo Will Be Exhibiting at Tapestry of Art and Music May 27, 2023
Headwaters Arts presents “Tapestry of Art and Music”, a FREE, musically themed, art show & sale fundraising event on Saturday, May 27th, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Alton Mill Arts Centre. The afternoon festivities are all happening in the outdoor arts space, under the tented roof over the Annex and feature a performance by the Achill Choral Society The unveiling of a Mosaic Tapestry, showcasing original art created by Ontario artists' masterpieces for sale/purchase 6” x 6”at $40...
Jerry W. McDaniel Life Celebration
Jerry W. McDaniel (September 9, 1935 - March 9, 2023) On March 9th, 2023, Jerry W. McDaniel passed away at his home in Los Angeles after many months of suffering. Jerry is leaving behind his son Teja Dion McDaniel, two grandsons, Tristan and Liam, and his art-partner for 15+ years, Ileana Costea. Jerry was born and grew up in Ohio (Union Furnace, Athens, and Logan). He worked in NYC for 45 years after which he moved to Los Angeles, CA. He had studios in NYC; Stanford, CT; Los Angeles, CA;...
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What Are SILA Members Doing? Giovannina Colalillo Is In an Exhibition at King Heritage & Cultural Centre
I am honoured to be included in the 2nd annual art show "Stereotype Smash" in recognition of International Women's Day. Featuring Giovannina's work and the work of 39 other Canadian women artists Running until Saturday, March 18, 2023 King Heritage & Cultural Centre 2920 King Rd., King City, ON Canada 905-833-2331 kingmuseum@king.ca
What Are SILA Members Doing? SILA’s Air Force Chair, Ben Bensen had been invited to the 75th Anniversary of the United States Air Force
Ben Bensen reported that he and his wife, Therese, had been invited as SILA/ AFAPO members to participate in the 75th Anniversary of the United States Air Force. Here are a couple of Ben's links for the American Society of Aviation Artists/ Air Force Art Program and some of his Air Force art... https://www.facebook.com/Gumboben/videos/1348097222665288 https://www.af.mil/About-Us/AF-75th-Anniversary/ ©2022 Ben Bensen, no use allowed without permission of artist.
What Are SILA Members Doing? David Stewart Klein Is Premiering His 4th Solo Exhibit
David Stewart Klein has continued to build his body of work in order to express both his humanity and the humanity of others through his portraiture and scenes of people through a fantastical yet grounded visual sensibility. In his fourth solo exhibition: “They Look Back”, Klein once again challenges our humanity by not only exposing himself through his characters but our sense of comfort and hope in a life that is continually challenging and uncertain for everyone in their own unique way....
What Are SILA Members Doing? Giovannina Colalillo Is In An Exhibition
https://www.kingheritageandculture.ca/whats-on/events/1st-annual-international-womens-day-art-show “I am honored to be included in the 1st annual International Women's Day Art Show, with over 20 other Canadian women. You are invited to come join me.” Opening night March 8, 7-9pm East Museum**, 2920 King Rd, King City, ON, L7B 1L6 Show on from March 5-April 16, 2022 **Now being held in East Museum, not Laskay Hall
What Are SILA Members Doing? Rick Sealock’s book, A Brush With Death, was the Book Illustration Winner for the 2021 Alberta Book Publishing Awards
Written by Rick Sealock and Christina Vester. Frontenac House, 2020 A BRUSH WITH DEPTH - The Art of Rick Sealock 256 pages, 350 plus illustrations, $35 Cdn. Published by Frontenac House www.frontenachouse.com Rick Sealock has been creating wild and wacky illustrations for clients as varied as Rolling Stone, Texas Monthly, The Washington Post, Natural Health Magazine, and GQ Magazine. His work has been used to skewer politicians, fitness fanatics, and death. This book, while a retrospective of...
What Are SILA Members Doing? Jerry W. McDaniel’s Story was in the Logan Daily News
Jerry W. McDaniel was attending Logan High School in the early 1950s, he was by his own admission a less than outstanding student. “I was never there,” McDaniel frankly told The Logan Daily News. “I would be there on time for classes and then I disappeared. I was always cutting classes, for I had to work part time to support myself and my sister, Janice.” McDaniel, now 85 years old and living in California, did take an interest in sports as a student, and also served proudly as the drum major...