Author: Cliff Knecht

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Church Murals by Lyn Martin

These church wall murals were created by Lyn Martin for the Grace Episcopal Church in Chattanooga, TN. The Grace priest contacted Lyn for the project in order to make the entrance more welcoming while taking something from Genesis (the Creation) and honoring older parishioners that worked to have the church building raised. Part of the artwork that Lyn created was inspired by a prayer during a service about “the planets in their courses and our island home, this planet earth.” Lyn painted the walls on site using Benjamin Moore wall paint and traditional acrylics for the details. A different task for an artist accustomed to using canvas board and a computer – especially painting most of the time on scaffolding!!

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Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Poster by Ron Mahoney

Ron Mahoney created this poster for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix to be held July 13-22, 2012 in Pittsburgh. The event will celebrate 30 years of this world famous week of classic motorsports events and will culminate with the race in Schenley Park on the final day. This year’s event will honor the classic MG as you can see from the illustration. If you are attending Ron will be signing posters at the event!

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Updated Conair Trade Show Booth by Ron Magnes

It’s always great to see your artwork on site! Our client just sent photographs of the murals that Ron Magnes created for the Conair Trade Show Booth. See blog below. They were a big success and look quite impressive at the Conair booth!

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Skype Ad Campaign Slams Social Media

Skype has just introduced an ad campaign and what a message! Directed at social media – in particular Facebook and Twitter, it is all about the “art of conversation.” Now, we all are involved in social networking and it is certainly a good thing but there are times when we need to speak directly with people – through “real talk” on Skype or just on the phone. We are supposed to be in the communications business and most clients only want to communicate through social media and email. Acquiring information about a prospective illustration assignment can be easily achieved through a “real conversation” rather than an impersonal message that almost always lacks enough information to even understand the scope of the project. In a few minute human conversation all details can be discussed and everyone will feel comfortable that the project is on track to be a success! Hats off to Skype!

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Technical Art by Ron Magnes

It doesn’t happen often but at times a client needs a technical illustration. Ron Magnes is very adept at taking technical information and coming up with an informative illustration that explains a process or diagram that can be easily understood by the reader. Recently a client needed an illustration of a water treatment plant to be used in a brochure for the PPG Marine Coatings Division. This is the final technical illustration that Ron created for the brochure.

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Cartoon Illustrations by George Schill

Recently a client requested a “cartoon” illustration by George Schill but was not sure of the exact style that would work for the project. This certainly is not an uncommon request even after a buyer has viewed the artist portfolio on our web site. To help with finding the right cartoon “look” George created this pdf file to help in the decision making.

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New Dinosaur Art by Phil Wilson

Two new dinosaur illustrations by Phil Wilson that depict recent discoveries from the last two years – Agustinia & Diabloceratops. Phil has currently illustrated dozens of dinosaur books in all markets and has worked with famed paleontologist – Jack Horner – on book projects and several years of Wild Outdoor Magazine. Check his portfolio for many great dino images!

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Busy Bees Children’s Book by Lyn Martin

This is the second book in the Busy Bees series – Busy Bees On Broadway – by author M. Maitland DeLand, M.D. and illustrated by Lyn Martin.

Why do bees sing? Why do they dance? Grandma Bee and Bambino Bee embark on an artistic adventure to discover the magic of Bee Broadway. This delightful children’s book introduces young children to the magic of creative expression as the busy bees dance, sing, juggle, and perform in the style of well-known Broadway entertainers. Another exciting book project from our client – Greenleaf Book Group Press.

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Baby Santa Children’s Book by Phil Wilson

Baby Santa and the Lost Letters – a delightful children’s book illustrated by Phil Wilson. Baby Santa, the youngest member of the Claus family, was introduced in a previous Christmas book that Phil also illustrated. In this story, Santa and his elves are ready to finish making presents when they discover that the mailbox is empty – the last delivery of children’s letters is lost! 

Baby Santa relies on his quick wits, his winning attitude, and endless energy to solve the problem with help from remarkable animal characters around the globe. It becomes an amazing race with friends on every continent to save the holidays. Published by Greenleaf Book Group with author M. Maitland DeLand M.D., the story is a remarkable Christmas adventure for all young children. Here are a few of the illustrations that appear in the inside of the book.