Leroy D. Capitated
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Creepy, LOL, Toys
Looks like this guy got ahold of Leroy C. Alas, it was just Zac.
MAX100
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Aw, Aw Shucks, Books, Design
We’re really honored that Matt Stevens included an homage to the IC in his glorious MAX100 book. What’s even cooler is that our inspired piece sits right next to Mr. Lustig’s, one of my all-time fav’s. It must have been an omen. Bless you, Matt. Oh, and get yours here. It’s a treat for the eyes (and feet). Seriously.
Winter White Leroy C.
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under New Stuff, Toys
Well, it appears someone ate the yellow snow. Our brand new Winter White Leroy C. is now in the shop. Get ‘em while he’s cold.
Computer Arts Projects
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Illustration, Toys
Thanks to Computer Arts for featuring us in their Character Design issue last month.
From The Alfred Paulsen Files, V. 10
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Al Paulsen, Editorial, Illustration
We got 6 inches of snow yesterday. So naturally Seattle is shut down and I’m chugging coffee while drawing in my slippers. Decided to dust off a few more Grandpa illos in the process. These 5 span approx. 5 decades, with the last one created the same year he passed away.
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Just Plain Bad Ass
… Was going through some old files tonight and found this great photo of JF I saved a few years back.
Seattle’s Best Coffee
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Design, Illustration, New Work, Packaging, Seattle
Looking for a little sun amidst those long, cold and blustery days? We suggest the new ‘Winter Getaway Blend’ packaging we created for Seattle’s Best Coffee and the fine folks at Creature. As obvious fans of all things caffeinated, this was a real treat to work on. Big thanks to Dave Taylor, Kaylin Fitzpatrick and Cara Schwartz at Creature for the fun project. Get a slightly closer look in our portfolio. Only available in SBC Cafe’s.
Design For Music
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Books, Design, Illustration, Music, Posters
We’re honored to be featured in Design For Music by Hans Lijklema and published by The Pepin Press – showcasing a nice little smattering of various music projects throughout the years + a lengthy interview with both of us. Also includes an accompanying disc featuring ‘Collapsing‘ by some band we are affiliated with. Big thanks to Hans for asking us to be part of this.
New Target Gift Cards
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Illustration, New Work, Packaging
Happy New Year! We have two new Gift Cards hanging out on various Bullseye end caps throughout the nation. The first one actually features candles that light up and turn off as you blow them out! Pretty cool technology and sure to cure those winter blues. Grab it here.
The second one is for that special teacher in your life. Featuring a cool embossed reflective ‘vintage lunchbox metal’ type material. Pick one up here.
Always a fun time. Art direction: Rob Weaver, Kelly Gray and Ted Halbur.
Stick ‘Em Up
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under New Store Goodies
Ruin your mom’s van. Assorted vinyl IC stickers finally added to the shop.
The Uproar!
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Animation, Books, Illustration, Kids, Music, New Work, Technology, Toys
Well, we’ve been hard at work for over a year on this next project (and have many more months to go), but we are excited to preview the logo and name of our first interactive children’s book The Uproar!, arriving on iPads everywhere via the Apple App store this fall. Lots of fun announcements coming in the first half of 2012, but for now – a quick synopsis:
“Journey into a world of sound and wonder in the interactive musical story The Uproar! Join a bizarre band of misfit monsters to explore a sprawling story from the mind of Invisible Creatureʼs Don Clark.”
We are honored and proud to be working with our new favorite publisher + partner: Space Dog Books. Please do yourself a favor and download Space Dog’s first chapter book Treasure Island, illustrated by the amazing Matthew Cruickshank.
It’s going to be a fun year. Much more soon …
Box Of Blox
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Happy New Year
We had a fun and crafty time creating end-of-the-year ‘Thank You’ gifts for a few of our A.D.’s at Target this year. Dad made all of the sets and our buddy Sean Ingram over at Blue Collar printed them up. Look for more Dad Clark collaborations coming soon. It’s just too much fun.
2011 Top Ten Albums
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Music
It’s that time of year again. The infamous IC ‘Top Ten Albums’ of 2011. Get your hate mail ready …
Ryan:
1. White Lies “Ritual”
2. Young Galaxy “Shapeshifting”
3. Chapel Club “Palace”
4. Jamie Woon “Mirrorwriting”
5. Bon Iver “Bon Iver”
6. Nero “Welcome Reality”
7. Elbow “Build A Rocket Boys!”
8. The Joy Formidable “The Big Roar”
9. My Morning Jacket “Circuital”
10. Graveyard “Hisingen Blues”
Don:
1. Young Galaxy “Shapeshifting”
2. Phantogram “Nightlife EP”
3. Active Child “You Are All I See”
4. Foster The People “Torches”
5. The Joy Formidable “The Big Roar”
6. Austra “Feel It Break”
7. Adele “21″
8. Mat Kearney “Young Love”
9. Jay-Z & Kanye West “Watch The Throne”
10. Mastodon “The Hunter”
Zac:
1. Tycho “Dive”
2. Mat Kearney “Young Love”
3. Nero “Welcome Reality”
4. Young Galaxy “Shapeshifting”
5. Friendly Fires “Pala”
6. Needtobreathe “The Reckoning”
7. White Lies “Rituals”
8. Mirrors “Lights And Offerings”
9. The Joy Formidable “The Big Roar”
10. Phantogram “Nightlife EP”
Happy Holidays & Thanks
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Happy New Year
Well, IC is officially shut down until 2012. Oh, what a year. Many, many thanks to our wonderful clients, customers and folks just generally interested in what we do. As the studio turns 5 this month, we are so thankful to be celebrating our best year yet. Here’s to 2011 and a big high-five to 2012. So much fun stuff in the works …
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
-Don & Ryan
We’re 5!
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Holiday, Illustration, New Stuff
Wow, we’re 5. Officially out of the toddler bed but still able to pee in the yard. Not bad. It’s been an incredible journey thus far … thanks to our amazing clients and you (of course). To celebrate the holidays as well as our half-decade, we’re offering free shipping on all US orders through December as well as a new 5″ x 5″ mini-print (with any Leroy C. figure purchase) to hang next to the awkward family photo of that one acquaintance from high school that still sends you Christmas cards. You know the one I’m talking about.
Thank you so much. And seriously, we can’t wait to see what happens in the next five …
Dril One x Leroy C.
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Just Plain Bad Ass, Toys, Vintage
New commission for the shop shelf: Seriously bitchin’ war-torn battle-scarred vintage Leroy C. by the talented Dril One. Epic.
Holiday Gift Cards For Target
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Holiday, Illustration, Kids, New Work, Packaging, Toys
Ahhhh, our favorite time of year is back. The two Frank’s (Sinatra & Capra), Yuletide logs, eggnogs, and Lord Of The Rings DVD extras in our pajamas. And of course, the great seasonal goodies at Target. We were lucky enough to work on two fun stocking stuffers this Holiday season. Last year, the LEGO Build A Bullseye set was such a hit, we were asked to come back for round two. And to make the kids (and us) even more ecstatic, you can create a polar bear and snowman in addition to Bullseye dog. It all folds up into a gift-able size for that special someone. Sequels are supposed to be better, right?
And the gifts keep coming … We were also asked to design and illustrate a super-fun (and addicting) interactive game featuring our favorite pooch. The big idea: Can you pat the dogs as quickly as they light up without losing your cool? Oh, and each level gets more and more insane as you continue to play. Lights, barking, action. Find them both in-store or online now.
Art direction: Brian Holt, Rob Weaver and Ted Halbur. Once again, extra special thanks to the team at Target.
Now It’s Our Turn
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Lil' Happy
Well, the second annual Lil’ Happy Club was another fun success. Over 130 envelopes were sent in and we had a blast checking out each original creation. Thanks to all of you who spent the time to craft your envelope and send it off to our hood. We’re a bit busy with a few projects right now, but we promise to return the favor soon. Oh, and check out our favorites here.
Close Encounters
Posted by Don Clark | Filed under Illustration, Kids, New Work, Posters
Kids. We love ‘em. Teenagers … well, we love them too. With both in mind, we’re excited to offer 4 new stretched canvas prints and posters through Wheatpaste Art Collective. The stretched canvas prints are a whopping 24″ x 30″ and the uber-cool removable non-toxic “sticky” posters are an even more-whopping 28″ x 35″. We’ve got a few samples of both formats in the shop and we aren’t afraid to tell you the quality level is perfect-o. The colors are rich and just as vivid as you see here. You can purchase them individually or collect the whole set. Seem them a tad bigger here. Enjoy … here’s to the kids.
“Afternoon Snack”:
“The Visitor”:
“High & Dry”:
“Neighborhood Cookout”:
