It's Been A WHILE. Catch-up Time.

Phew... it's been a long time coming everyone... sorry we've not kept up with the ole blog, summer completely smothered us! So here's a nice long blog, full of great design and art to get you all back up to speed. Oh, and participate in our next project: 10 Crayon Colors!!!

First off, thought we'd feature some of our good friends -- some are 3R5 members, some aren't (but should be! hint hint) so chew on this:

Steve Raggie
Steve Raggie is one of 3R5's longest running members. While skilled in graphic design, photography, and printmaking ... his forte is truly drawing and painting. He's been in multiple shows and is currently preparing for a big one -- don't worry we'll post the opening info as soon as we get our hands on it.


Myles Karr
Myles Karr is not only a kick-ass illustrator who runs a crafty lil side shop called "so little lions", he's also one popular tattoo artist. Check out his insanely immense portfolio of illustrations and tattoos. And call him to book an appointment.


Katie Crimespree
Katie Crimespree, originating in TROY, is not only a longtime friend and member of 3R5, she's one crazy talented draw-wer. And by crazy ... I mean, crazy. Her illustrations have a truly hilarious narrative and sometimes she uses her writing skills in comic book collaborations.


Paul Garcia
Paul Garcia former Brooklynite, now LA-man is another illustrator who kicks ass with the paintbrush and the pencil. Along with his mix-n-match paintings... his drawings are true collages of what goes on in his brain.



OKAY


Now let's look at some of our new favorite designers, starting with

Marian Bantjes
Marian Bantjes is amazing. A typographic queen. I was so impressed with her autobiography that I decided to include in excerpt of it for you: "I’m Canadian, and I love being Canadian. I love being self-deprecating even though Americans see it as a sign of weakness. I love being politically left of center (actually, quite far left, if you must know). I love being honest, and nice and polite and caring and kind. (Although sometimes I really do wish I could be a total bitch without feeling guilty about it.) I’m amused by my own respect for authority and rule-following instincts." Read the rest here.


Laura Snell
Laura Snell is a brilliant British graphic girl, her designs are bright, geometric, snappy and smart. Look out for this one.



AND


Just to be well-rounded, here's a cool project to get involved in Face Your Pockets.


We're going to be better about posting, so keep checking in! xo - 3R5