“In The Warmth Of The Great Northern” …The creation of a NEW PRINT!

“In the Warmth of the Great Northern”

Here it is! The finished painting that shall become available as a print this Wednesday to celebrate the long awaited return of the classic television program from the age of the 90’s. This show was a huge inspiration on everything that I have ever created whether it be comics, video games, or paintings. Really, when i think about character design, i think about ways to make them more special to whatever world it might be. There is a magic to the characters in this show that we don’t see too often, you guys. I am sure you all agree.

This print will be a timed release, meaning everyone will have 2 full weeks to purchase it, and once that timeframe is over, they will never be sold again. The signed and numbered edition size will be determined by the amount sold during the release. Starting Wednesday May 10th @ 10am EST the print will stay available all the way to Wednesday May 24th @ 10am EST. TWO FULL WEEKS! Gosh, i am excited for you guys.  The print will be 13 x 20 inches at $60 each in TheScottCShop.com. 

Thank you for following along with the process of creating this thing!  Here is a collection of the process videos and images, so you can follow along at your leisure.  Then go buy a print of it for your wall at home!  And prepare to watch the return of the show in a couple weeks.  We shall see who from this painting makes the cut for the new season.

THE PROCESS:

I started by sketching all the characters over and over.  remember that?  likeness can be a finicky little bugger.

Once all the sketches are scanned into photoshop, i started to lay the thing out.  In this case i decided to put them all in The Great Northern, so they can get cozy by the fire together.

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Once it was all laid out, i printed the piece out on pieces of paper and taped them together to trace them onto the watercolor paper.

Then I had to choose the colors.  Lot’s of wood in this hotel scene.

Laid in the color washes.  You can see where the man in red was to perch.

WOOD BEAMS!  Look at those wooden beams.

WOOD BEAMS!  Look at those wooden beams.

That rug was sure complicated to figure out. I was listening to Serial as i painted that rug.  i remember because i was getting so stressed out.

And not the painting of the people!  I love painting coats.

Punching up the values means i repaint everything again! Man. I should get it right the first time.

And here is the finished piece!

BROBOT BEDTIME – OUT NOW!!!

BROBOT BEDTIME
Story by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Pictures by Scott Campbell

BROBOT BEDTIME is the brand new book about three robot brothers who have a difficult time getting the heck to sleep! It’s a clever little story by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen from Abrams Books.  I had the great privilege of painting the pictures for it.  Lot’s of paintings of robots in a bedroom setting.  There are also ROBOT SOUND EFFECTS.  You can look forward to that.

It is out now all over the country! You can just walk into any bookshop and pick it right up!

Here are some spreads from the book for you to peruse:

XO, OX – NEW Book and Art Exhibition!

Oh, boy, do I have an announcement for all of you! It’s a NEW BOOK! Adam Rex and I have teamed up to bring you a story of love and letters! Oxen and Gazelles! Suspenders and fancy dresses!! It is called XO,OX – A Love Story and it is out in stores right now! Brought to you by Neal Porter Books at Roaring Brook Press! Go down to your local bookstores and pick it up in your hands!

Remember when we used to write letters telling one another how much we loved or felt annoyed with each other?  This story really taps into that excitement. You will probably love it.

Adam and I will be celebrating the release with a solo exhibition of the book’s artwork at Gallery Nucleus on Saturday Jan 14th!  Jon Klassen will be celebrating the release of his new book We Found A Hat with an exhibition on the same evening at Gallery Nucleus!  Come hang out with us!

XO,OX – A Love Story

January 14 – January 29

OPENING RECEPTION

Saturday, January 14th (6:00pm – 9:00pm)

Free Admission, All Ages Welcome, No RSVP

Los Angeles, CA — Artist Scott C and author Adam Rex will both be in the gallery in celebration of their latest children’s book, XO,OX A Love Story!

• Original artwork from the book on display
• Scott will be doing some live drawings! If you are lucky you might get one…
• Live reading by Adam Rex!
• Fun XO,OX related activities and free themed refreshments served

And if you live in New York, I will be celebrating at Books of Wonder in the beginning of Feburary!  Adam will unfortunately not be in attendance at this one, but perhaps we can have a little picture of him there for you to chat with.

And now would you like to see some spreads from the book?  How about some rough workups for the book?

Here are some early character designs. I treated these exactly like how I treat designing character for the DOUBLE FINE games! Because it’s nice and clear I think.  Editors and Art Directors and Tim Schafer can choose their favorite letters and numbers…

BREAKBOT Poster in France...

Hello, everyone!

I feel like it’s been a long time since I have posted anything.  I’ve been quite busy finishing up this new picture book, so I apologize for that.  I shall be reentering the word of the internet very soon.

In fact, here is something for you to check out.  I was very flattered and excited to be asked by the Rock en Seine festival to paint a poster for BREAKBOT.  I love BREAKBOT very much. You should listen to BREAKBOT right now. And if you are able, you should go see them on August 26th! It will make you feel so good and your body will move around dancely.  That is why I put a bunch of little dancing things all over the poster as you can see. (Coincidentally, the picture book I am finishing up is called BROBOTS. haha wow.  the world.)

I have just heard word that all of the posters can also be seen in the Metro in Paris.  The BREAKBOT one specifically at the Duroc Station (lign 10 and 13) until next Monday! Go have a look!  And for those of you who cannot go there in person, here is a photo of it…

Scott C Holiday Gift Guide!! + Pacific Rim print!

Hello, everyone!

It is time for the Scott C Holiday Gift Guide!

I know you could use some help with your holiday gift buying, so allow me to lend a hand.  This is the perfect time for you to have a Scott C Shopping spree because everything is 10% off in the Scott C Shop now until Dec 4th!  Just use the code: Holiday10.

Here are some special holiday gift ideas for you (WITH AN EXTRA CREDIT PACIFIC RIM PRINT AT THE END):

1. GREAT SHOWDOWNS THE REVENGE (the book) – $15

If you are into movies, I feel like you should challenge yourself with this book.  I’ll bet you know many of these films because I have great faith in your movie knowledge.  This is the third collection in the Great Showdowns series.  “Expect many more epic and slightly less epic clashes.  Expect some barbarians, boxers, aliens in blankets, nerds, karate experts, runway models, wonderful singers, space warriors, lovers, elderly ladies, sushi chefs, camp kids, killer dolls, masterminds, dogs, and telephones!”

2. Jurassic Backs print – $30

It’s not everyday that one enjoys a ride on some Jurassic Backs, but these lucky dinosaur park goers have found themselves in that very lucky position. For anyone who enjoys dinosaurs or rides!

3. Kerms print – $20

Here he comes!  All wigglin’ and green!  If you enjoy wiggling or things that are green, you will probably love this print!

4. Busy with Skulls print – $30

Aliens going about their business with skulls in tow.  For anyone who enjoys skulls, towing, or aliens!

5. Goblin Dreams print – $25

What a wonderful feeling it is to be carried along by you Goblin henchman, dreaming your big dreams.  This print for for anyone who enjoys being carried by goblins!

6. Filing the Skies print – $20

When you are at your desk all day and all night, why not put engines on it and take to the skies?  This print can inspire you to do so!  Just put it on your wall and imagine enjoying this adventure!

7. Zombie In Love 2 +1 – $15

Mortimer and Mildred are back with the sequel book calledZombie in Love 2 +1!  It follows the young couple as they journey into parenthood!  A brand new human baby is left on their doorstep and they must learn to care for him.  They discover quickly that human babies are not into zombie stuff.  Parenthood can be a struggle normally, so you can imagine how tough it is for these two zombie parents to care for a human baby.  I mean, just imagine!  And guess what?  All your other friends are in this book, the zombie dog, the worms, even a new zombie cat.  You’ll probably love it.

8. Hug Machine – $17

Here is a classic pick from last year! HUG MACHINE is the story of a child who is super down with hugging.  He is the self-proclaimed Hug Machine and he is very excited to tell everyone about it. He is very good at hugging and he is not shy to show the world.  He is ready for you to watch how amazing he is at hugging.  He hugs people, but he also hugs things.  Nothing escapes.  Nothing.  He even solves problems with his hugs.  Sometimes he comes up against some real tough hugs.  Hugs that would make others give right the heck up and turn away.  But the Hug Machine never backs down.  And if you, the reader, need a hug?  The Hug Machine will hug you.  Do not worry!  Everyone gets a hug.

9. Great Showdowns GoT Edition Print Set #2 - $75

Do you enjoy knights, warriors, princesses, kings, swords, and frozen monsters? Then these are probably the print sets for you.

10. Great Showdowns GoT Edition Print Set #3 – $75

Do you enjoy knights, warriors, princesses, kings, swords, and frozen monsters?  Then  these are probably the print sets for you.

EXTRA CREDIT PRINT: “Boats For Everyone” $70 (Timed release ending on 12/3/15)

This print is not in the Scott C Shop, it is in the GALLERY 1988 SHOP!  This is a special timed release of the classic “Boats For Everyone” painting from Gallery 1988!  On sale until December 3rd for $70!  Great for anyone who enjoys boats, towns, and monsters!  Expected delivery by mid-January!  So it will arrive after the holidays!

Ok, thus concludes the Scott C Holiday Gift Guide!  I hope you enjoy your holiday season and are not too stressed out about shopping.  Because really you should be enjoying some Holiday cheer.  See you!

Great Showdowns Print Set Release

New Great Showdowns print set – released from Gallery 1988 this Monday, May 11. Stay tuned on the Gallery 1988 blog.