This month’s PixArt is a first for us – a husband and wife team. It features a mash-up between Ratatouille and Harry Potter. Who needs the Hogwarts Express Tea Trolley when your pet rat is Remy? The creators Joel and Ashley Selby, AKA This Paper Ship, run an Illustration and Art Direction studio that turns out truly wonderful work. Make sure to check out their site, store and portfolio for information about their beautifully crafted images. What started out as an Etsy shop has transformed into an international business with an impressive list of clients. Read on for more about This Paper Ship in their own words. [Read more…]
Awesome: Minimalist Pixar Posters Exude Character
The creative characters and imaginative worlds of Pixar films provide plenty of opportunity for artists to create something special. Wonchan Lee has done just that, designing minimalist posters for several characters from films such as Up, Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and The Incredibles. Even better is that these posters are on sale on Lee’s website. Check out the 10 awesome posters after the jump! [Read more…]
PixArt: March 2012 Feature – Anyone Can Cook
If you’re a fan of pop culture, you really need to check out the work of Ian Glaubinger. His online gallery is chock-full of great images celebrating everything from Star Wars and superheroes to Ferris Bueller and The Big Lebowski. Don’t miss his John Candyland and a great line of cereal boxes – available on his Etsy shop! Read on for more about the artist in his own words. [Read more…]
PixArt: December 2011 Feature II – Happy Holidays
We know a thing or two about cute here at PixArt and that’s why we’re such fans of artists like Chie Boyd! Her adorable creations and cute takes on favorite characters are a joy. Make sure to check out her links to see exactly what I am talking about. We’re so thrilled to have this special Holiday image from Chie and would like to thank her for her time and effort on this sweet piece of art. Read on to learn more about the artist in her own words. [Read more…]
New Disney/Pixar Game ‘Rushing’ Over To XBox 360
With the addition of its motion control ‘Kinect’ device, more innovative types of games suddenly became possible for the XBox 360. While uses of the tech have been hit-or-miss (even Nintendo has only just started to fully realize motion control’s potential with its release of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword), attempts to innovate are always welcome. With new game “Kinect Rush: A Disney•Pixar Adventure,” Microsoft and Disney/Pixar are giving gamers a chance to step into the shoes of characters from Pixar films such as Toy Story, The Incredibles, and Up. Jump ahead to check out official details, the first trailer, and some screenshots from the game. [Read more…]
‘Simpsons’ Parodies/Celebrates ‘Ratatouille’
The writers and producers of The Simpsons love to include references to other works. References to Pixar films have often appeared in episodes of the long-running animated television show. A few weeks ago, this tradition continued as one of the defining moments from Ratatouille made its way into episode “The Food Wife.” Take a look at the video after the jump and see if you can spot it – if you’ve seen Ratatouille, it should not be too hard. This is from the end of the episode, so if for some reason you are desperately trying to avoid Simpsons spoilers, then avoid it. [Read more…]
PixArt: May 2011 Feature II – C’est Magnifique
A big thank you to Florida artist Helena Garcia for contributing this month to our long-running PixArt feature. And oh, what a sweet (and delicious) piece it is! Her adorable tribute to Ratatouille is full of simple charms. We’re big fans of Helena’s character art and illustrations. Make sure to check out her site for more beautifully designed images. Read on to learn more about the artist in her own words! [Read more…]
Pixar Stamps Coming From The USPS
Want to share your love of Pixar with friends and business partners? You’re in luck, as the USPS has announced plans to release five postal stamps commemorating several Pixar films: Cars, Ratatouille, Toy Story, Up, and WALL-E.
The USPS had this to say in their press release: [Read more…]
