Sunday, November 30, 2014

Mermaid of the Moment: The Illustrated Man and La Sirena by George Courage

Earlier this year my husband George designed a mugboard (the photo thingy with the faces cut out) for a musical theatre production of ICARUS, produced by Liars & Believers in residence at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA.

The story was a retelling of the ancient myth set in a Depression-era freak show carnival. (George also designed several banners that were used in the production, getting him a mention in the NY Times, which you can read about Here)

Since George loves mermaids he decided to go with a sailor and mermaid illustration.

Below are his concept drawings and progression throughout the process, from sketchy doodles and reference, to the finished mugboard in use.











Saturday, November 8, 2014

Mermaid of the Moment: 2015 Calendar by Abigail Halpin


Today's Mermaid of the Moment is another lovely illustration from Abigail Halpin featuring a 2015 calendar she created for  a tea towel design contest on Spoonflower. There will be prints available for purchase on her Etsy shop soon.