Showing posts with label Ryan Milner. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ryan Milner. Show all posts
Ryan Milner X Design for Humanity
Ryan Milner had a couple pieces in the art show involved with Billabong's Design for Humanity, including a Tastebuds piece from his first solo show with PBG in 2008. The art show was hosted by Carmichael Gallery in Culver City, and the Event was a Huge benefit for Invisible Children. It took place on the New York back lot of Paramount Studio in Los Angeles. Very cool to "walk the streets" of a fake New York.
Ryan Milner Updates
Ryan Milner has been busy! Not only are a lot of his new designs coming out on t-shirts for various companies (including the one below for element), he has recently accepted a new job working as a designer at Billabong -- all the while still keeping his personal work steady... He is about to release a new screen print soon as well, so keep an eye on his SITE for updates.
Ryan Milner's Army of Darkness Print
Tonight (Friday) at midnight here at the Art Theatre in Long Beach, Ryan Milner will be releasing this screenprint titled "King Me" to honor Sam Raimi's 1992 classic "Army of Darkness." The print is 18" x 24" a signed and numbered edition of 50, and will be a mere $20. Come out and watch "Army of Darkness" on the big screen!
If you don't live in Long Beach, any remaining posters will be available online Saturday via Mondo Celluloid's store!
If you don't live in Long Beach, any remaining posters will be available online Saturday via Mondo Celluloid's store!
Tastebud Scribbles
Here is some comp drawings from Ryan Milner's "Papillae Paradise" exhibition this year. I took these from his blog, which you all should be visiting regularly.
Ryan Milner's New Website!
Ryan Milner just posted up his new website design, complete with tons of cool stuff! Check it out at: http://ryanmilner.com/ also don't forget to sign up for his mailing list here: http://ryanmilner.com/contact.asp
Nathan Deyoung x Ryan Milner
A fun read, artist Nathan Deyoung sits down to interview Ryan Milner about the finer things in life.
Nathan Deyoung: Did you ever find bugs bunny attractive when he put on a dress and became girl bunny?
Ryan Milner: Yes. Im still in therapy.
Nathan: What is the weirdest thing you do while creating art? It can be a superstitious ritual, a quirky act, anything...I KNOW YOU MUST HAVE ONE!
Ryan: Aside from walking on my hands, monotone chanting and the occasional virgin sacrifice, I turn into a clean freak before I start any kind of creative project. Usually I stick to just my initial workspace, but sometimes I'll clean my whole apt. Its sick I know.
Nathan: Your hair ALWAYS looks amazing, how much time do you spend making it look so fabulous?
Ryan: Hours...of sleep and Dove conditioner.
Nathan: While creating, what percentage of the time would you say you are nude?...or almost nude?
Ryan: I'd say around 60% of the time, everytime.
Nathan: If you had to get beaten up by any artist who would it be?
Ryan: Sebastian Kruger. If he whoops ass as half as good as he paints my molecules would liquify. It be a lot like that scene in a Nightmare on Elm St. where Johnny Depp gets sucked into the bed.
Nathan: Kia or Hyundai?
Ryan: I try to always drive my way.
Nathan: Best piece of advice you have gotten from a cereal box?
Ryan: Power up the fun with more fiber!
Nathan: How much money would it take to make you eat pencil shavings?
Ryan: I'd do that for free...Though now a days I'd charge a few bucks.
Nathan: If you were Jim from the Office, would you have chosen Pam or Karen?
Ryan: Pam, she's got some moves. Did you see her as a cat!?
Nathan: How many all male sleepovers have you attended?
Ryan: For the last time Nate, the answer is no.
Nathan Deyoung: Did you ever find bugs bunny attractive when he put on a dress and became girl bunny?
Ryan Milner: Yes. Im still in therapy.
Nathan: What is the weirdest thing you do while creating art? It can be a superstitious ritual, a quirky act, anything...I KNOW YOU MUST HAVE ONE!
Ryan: Aside from walking on my hands, monotone chanting and the occasional virgin sacrifice, I turn into a clean freak before I start any kind of creative project. Usually I stick to just my initial workspace, but sometimes I'll clean my whole apt. Its sick I know.
Nathan: Your hair ALWAYS looks amazing, how much time do you spend making it look so fabulous?
Ryan: Hours...of sleep and Dove conditioner.
Nathan: While creating, what percentage of the time would you say you are nude?...or almost nude?
Ryan: I'd say around 60% of the time, everytime.
Nathan: If you had to get beaten up by any artist who would it be?
Ryan: Sebastian Kruger. If he whoops ass as half as good as he paints my molecules would liquify. It be a lot like that scene in a Nightmare on Elm St. where Johnny Depp gets sucked into the bed.
Nathan: Kia or Hyundai?
Ryan: I try to always drive my way.
Nathan: Best piece of advice you have gotten from a cereal box?
Ryan: Power up the fun with more fiber!
Nathan: How much money would it take to make you eat pencil shavings?
Ryan: I'd do that for free...Though now a days I'd charge a few bucks.
Nathan: If you were Jim from the Office, would you have chosen Pam or Karen?
Ryan: Pam, she's got some moves. Did you see her as a cat!?
Nathan: How many all male sleepovers have you attended?
Ryan: For the last time Nate, the answer is no.
The District Weekly x Ryan Milner
Ellen Griley, Editor at The District Weekly, was kind enough to pay Ryan Milner's "Papillae Paradise" a visit. She wrote up this little ditty in this weeks issue to talk about her experience.
Also, read the article online here: http://thedistrictweekly.com/2009/print/arts/visual/why-the-long-face/
Also, read the article online here: http://thedistrictweekly.com/2009/print/arts/visual/why-the-long-face/
Ryan Milner's Show Journal
Ryan posted some cool process shots of his lifestyle and thoughts during the production of his current exhibition on his blog... See more here: http://ryanmilnerart.blogspot.com/2009/10/in-lab.html
Ryan Milner: Tayst·bûd Print Process
Here are a few process photos from the printing of Ryan Milner's "Tayst·bûd" prints. The printing was handled with precision by Los Angeles based printer Ohdanielsan. This guy knows his stuff, and helped make Ryan's print look amazing!
Ryan Milner: Opening Reception Photos
Ryan Milner's exhbit opened last night, and was a great time! The series really came out amazing and fit the cozy wine bar perfectly... Here are some photos from the show:
Harry Diaz looks on as Kevin Tong tells jokes.
Ryan and his girlfriend Jodi stop for a photo opportunity.
Harry Diaz looks on as Kevin Tong tells jokes.
Ryan and his girlfriend Jodi stop for a photo opportunity.
Ryan Milner This Saturday!
This Saturday, Ryan Milner exhibits his catalog of entirely new work created for his exhibition, titled "Papillae Paradise." The exhibition will be October 24th from 7-10 pm. The all ages event will be held at Art du Vin, 2027 East 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90814.
Come out and enjoy some quality, affordable art, and have a glass of fine wine. There will be original art, as well as hand screened art prints for sale.
Come out and enjoy some quality, affordable art, and have a glass of fine wine. There will be original art, as well as hand screened art prints for sale.
Ryan Milner's Henchmen II Preview
As a followup to Ryan Milner's first Henchman, titled "I Kill the Bus Driver," Ryan plans to pay tribute to one of the greatest action movies ever, Point Break... here is a taste of whats to come:
Ryan Milner - Mini Interview / Studio Visit
Recently, Phone Booth Gallery had a chance to sit with Ryan Milner, the artist responsible for the widely popular "I Kill the Bus Driver" print, and the successful solo "Tastebuds" exhibit last year. He gives some insight into his experience freelancing, inspiration, and gives a look at what we can expect from him in the near future.
PBG: I know you are quite multi-faceted as far as the use of different mediums, in fact, your website is useofmedium.net. You are now a seasoned acrylic and oil painter, graphite and charcoal, and are even formally trained in airbrush and spray can art among other things. What is your medium/ media of choice lately? How has your experience with different mediums affect the way you currently work?
Milner: Hmm, graphite and acrylic has been a favorite of mine for a few recent projects. I love the basic expression and gesture a pencil adds to the mix (ball point pen is cool too), you can move so easily from rough to finalized images, I love it! In fact any kind of dry media is great because you don't have to worry about drying times, color shifts, etc. I've found thats invaluably important in freelance. I've been using "Tombow" brand pencils since college, they have a great feel and consistency, plus the lead gets super dark. Recently I've found using graphite with acrylic has been a great combo. I've using acrylic for a lot of wash work, blocking out elements, then using graphite to render out different things. Haha, I always find myself going back to painting though, you just can't beat the feel of a brush. Freelance has been a huge proponent in my choice of mediums, you'll discover quickly that you can't take a couple days off work waiting for oil paint to dry. Its been a blessing by forcing me to find mediums that work well and fast. The computer is a great example, Photoshop, Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat has helped me expedite my working time tremendously. I just remind myself there all just tools of the trade to get the job done in the best way possible. While it feels great to be well rounded when it comes to media, you never stop learning. Its always great try a little of everything, paint, pencil, digital media; See what works well alone, fast, or in combination--never be afraid to take risks!
PBG: You currently are making your living on your artwork. This includes fine art ventures, as well as doing freelance design. How does your freelance play off of your personal work, and vice versa?
Milner: Its been a very arduous task living off freelance art, however, its been the most rewarding in my life. There's nothing quite like being paid to draw, paint, or participate in any creative craft. Its tough, but you roll with the punches. I'm learning the value of having boundaries between my personal work and freelance, but its a continuing balancing act. Its hard not to let your bread and butter pursuits get the best of your personal work. I always try to remember why I'm doing this and how its working for me. I try not to get caught up in the thought drama of, "is this good enough?". Freelance is not fine art and vice versa...at least not yet :) There will always be personal pressure to preform in the face of past, present or future success. I take my work seriously, but not to seriously. In the words of my friend and illustrator Joe King, "freelancing is just a job, you do it well and you move on." I think that when it comes down to incorporating personal work into my freelance, my style will always work its way in, it can be modified or masked, but will always be there. Working freelance definitely makes me appreciate my personal work on a whole new level. With time becoming more valuable (esp. these days) I need that break to do my own artwork, it keeps me sane, when that begins to piss me off, I go back to work hahaha.
PBG: Music and movies usually have a big influence on the way an artist works. Are there any bands or movies that have been particularly inspiring in your work?
Milner: So many movies have had influence on my work, music too! It helps me get lost in what I'm doing and just work. Although I tend to work more efficiently to music, I'm a big fan of movies, pretty much everything. The only rule I have is not to put something in while Im working I haven't seen before, haha or nothing will get done, thats why I've seen every movie in my collection at least a dozen or more times haha! It sometimes depends on the project Im working on. I must have watched The Shining around 5 or 6 times while working on my piece for your show, hahaha! I will say that Im a HUGE Batman nerd! The Dark Knight never left my dvd player for a good few weeks and was inspiration for my latest "Henchmen" print series. For music I tend to be really selective, I dig, instrumental or movie scores. Anything mellow for background noise, seems like I'm always listening to a lot of Tom Waits, but recently MGMT and Kings Of Leon, haha sometimes I'll work in complete silence for hours at time...
PBG: Who is your favorite artist in the art world right now, and for what reason?
Milner: I'd have to say JC Leyendecker is the latest on my top 10. The guy was a dynamo with painting and character gesture. Of course my personal dream team is still Sebastian Kruger, Phil Hale, Joe Sorren Glen Barr and Sorayama, although the list is really endless...
PBG: Last year, you had an exhibit with Phone Booth Gallery of your "Tastebuds" series. What can we expect for your next solo show in October?
Milner: I've been considering a followup to Tastebuds; however, working through this horrible economy has given me a lot of perspective and new direction. I'd say beautiful violence is a good descriptor. I'm also planning on getting back into silkscreen, so expect some new prints along with the "Henchmen" series to drop later this year!
PBG: I know you are quite multi-faceted as far as the use of different mediums, in fact, your website is useofmedium.net. You are now a seasoned acrylic and oil painter, graphite and charcoal, and are even formally trained in airbrush and spray can art among other things. What is your medium/ media of choice lately? How has your experience with different mediums affect the way you currently work?
Milner: Hmm, graphite and acrylic has been a favorite of mine for a few recent projects. I love the basic expression and gesture a pencil adds to the mix (ball point pen is cool too), you can move so easily from rough to finalized images, I love it! In fact any kind of dry media is great because you don't have to worry about drying times, color shifts, etc. I've found thats invaluably important in freelance. I've been using "Tombow" brand pencils since college, they have a great feel and consistency, plus the lead gets super dark. Recently I've found using graphite with acrylic has been a great combo. I've using acrylic for a lot of wash work, blocking out elements, then using graphite to render out different things. Haha, I always find myself going back to painting though, you just can't beat the feel of a brush. Freelance has been a huge proponent in my choice of mediums, you'll discover quickly that you can't take a couple days off work waiting for oil paint to dry. Its been a blessing by forcing me to find mediums that work well and fast. The computer is a great example, Photoshop, Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat has helped me expedite my working time tremendously. I just remind myself there all just tools of the trade to get the job done in the best way possible. While it feels great to be well rounded when it comes to media, you never stop learning. Its always great try a little of everything, paint, pencil, digital media; See what works well alone, fast, or in combination--never be afraid to take risks!
PBG: You currently are making your living on your artwork. This includes fine art ventures, as well as doing freelance design. How does your freelance play off of your personal work, and vice versa?
Milner: Its been a very arduous task living off freelance art, however, its been the most rewarding in my life. There's nothing quite like being paid to draw, paint, or participate in any creative craft. Its tough, but you roll with the punches. I'm learning the value of having boundaries between my personal work and freelance, but its a continuing balancing act. Its hard not to let your bread and butter pursuits get the best of your personal work. I always try to remember why I'm doing this and how its working for me. I try not to get caught up in the thought drama of, "is this good enough?". Freelance is not fine art and vice versa...at least not yet :) There will always be personal pressure to preform in the face of past, present or future success. I take my work seriously, but not to seriously. In the words of my friend and illustrator Joe King, "freelancing is just a job, you do it well and you move on." I think that when it comes down to incorporating personal work into my freelance, my style will always work its way in, it can be modified or masked, but will always be there. Working freelance definitely makes me appreciate my personal work on a whole new level. With time becoming more valuable (esp. these days) I need that break to do my own artwork, it keeps me sane, when that begins to piss me off, I go back to work hahaha.
PBG: Music and movies usually have a big influence on the way an artist works. Are there any bands or movies that have been particularly inspiring in your work?
Milner: So many movies have had influence on my work, music too! It helps me get lost in what I'm doing and just work. Although I tend to work more efficiently to music, I'm a big fan of movies, pretty much everything. The only rule I have is not to put something in while Im working I haven't seen before, haha or nothing will get done, thats why I've seen every movie in my collection at least a dozen or more times haha! It sometimes depends on the project Im working on. I must have watched The Shining around 5 or 6 times while working on my piece for your show, hahaha! I will say that Im a HUGE Batman nerd! The Dark Knight never left my dvd player for a good few weeks and was inspiration for my latest "Henchmen" print series. For music I tend to be really selective, I dig, instrumental or movie scores. Anything mellow for background noise, seems like I'm always listening to a lot of Tom Waits, but recently MGMT and Kings Of Leon, haha sometimes I'll work in complete silence for hours at time...
PBG: Who is your favorite artist in the art world right now, and for what reason?
Milner: I'd have to say JC Leyendecker is the latest on my top 10. The guy was a dynamo with painting and character gesture. Of course my personal dream team is still Sebastian Kruger, Phil Hale, Joe Sorren Glen Barr and Sorayama, although the list is really endless...
PBG: Last year, you had an exhibit with Phone Booth Gallery of your "Tastebuds" series. What can we expect for your next solo show in October?
Milner: I've been considering a followup to Tastebuds; however, working through this horrible economy has given me a lot of perspective and new direction. I'd say beautiful violence is a good descriptor. I'm also planning on getting back into silkscreen, so expect some new prints along with the "Henchmen" series to drop later this year!
Off the Hook II - Group Exhibit!
This show was probably our best and most diverse group exhibition to date. All the artists really pulled through to show their best work.
The District Magazine based out of Long Beach showed Nathan Deyoung some love with this two page spread:
Kevin Tong's Show Print is pretty awesome too, there are still a few left, so grab one up now!
Here are a couple more:
Robert Pokorny:
Maikon Nery:
Bryan Schnelle:
The District Magazine based out of Long Beach showed Nathan Deyoung some love with this two page spread:
Kevin Tong's Show Print is pretty awesome too, there are still a few left, so grab one up now!
Here are a couple more:
Robert Pokorny:
Maikon Nery:
Bryan Schnelle:
Ryan Milner - "I Kill the Bus Driver" Print
Sold Out in a mere 4 days, Ryan Milner's "I Kill the Bus Driver" was an immense success! Milner discloses information about a possible henchman mask series in the near future to include masks from various movies, comics, and folklore.
Phone Booth Gallery ships all rolled prints exclusively in the high quality tubes from Yazoo Mills.
Phone Booth Gallery ships all rolled prints exclusively in the high quality tubes from Yazoo Mills.
Artwork and No Play - Group Art Exhibition!
Just in time for Halloween, Phone Booth Gallery put on a group show dedicated to the movie "The Shining," by Stanley Kubrick. Exhibiting artists included: Garry Booth, Aurora Armijo, Iain Macarthur, David Owen, Caspar Williams, Pfft, Jack Rossi, Chester Burnett, Jason "Jzn" Liwag, Mark Michelon, Kevin Bannister, Quyen Dinh, Arlene Reyes, Ryan Milner, and Kevin Tong. The wonderful Mr. R. Black rocked the heck outta the show print:
Ryan Milner's piece from the show was on the cover of the District Magazine, and an article was written about the gallery on the inside.... Read the article in digital form here: http://thedistrictweekly.com/2008/print/arts/visual/h-e-e-e-r-e%E2%80%99s-phone-booth/
Also, Phone Booth friend Kevin Tong's print he did for the show was featured in Issue #4 of a magazine called Low Art Magazine based out of Germany.
See more on that magazine here: http://www.low-magazine.com/
And hear are a couple of the pieces from the show:
Quyen Dinh:
Garry Booth:
Ryan Milner's piece from the show was on the cover of the District Magazine, and an article was written about the gallery on the inside.... Read the article in digital form here: http://thedistrictweekly.com/2008/print/arts/visual/h-e-e-e-r-e%E2%80%99s-phone-booth/
Also, Phone Booth friend Kevin Tong's print he did for the show was featured in Issue #4 of a magazine called Low Art Magazine based out of Germany.
See more on that magazine here: http://www.low-magazine.com/
And hear are a couple of the pieces from the show:
Quyen Dinh:
Garry Booth:
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