Commissioned Tattoo Designs

 

I've been asked to create a couple of tattoo designs for people who do not live or are willing to travel to Brooklyn.  Here is one that I created for a nice guy in San Francisco.  The letters represent his wife and two children.

If you do not live in the tri-state area and are unable to travel to Brooklyn to get something actually tattooed from me, you can commission a design.  Since I am not tattooing it, I treat it as an illustration assignment. 
Rates are $150 - $400 depending on size and complexity.  You get two high res files, a stencil outline and colored illustration, to print out and bring to your reputable tattooer.  The finished design will be executed in either colored pencil or watercolor.
If you wish to purchase the finished illustration or painting, I can work that into the price.
You will be asked for half of the quoted price for a deposit.  When I finish the commission, I'll ask you for the remaining balance before sending you the files.  

I want to stress going to a reputable tattooer to get your actual tattoo.  Your tattoo will only be as good on your skin if you get it tattooed by technically skilled artist.  Don't cheap out! If you need help finding a tattooer, I may not be able to personally recommend an artist, but I'll be able to point you towards some reputable shops in your area. Of course it would be more cost effective (tattoo cost wise) to visit Brooklyn Tattoo and have me tattoo it on ya!

Email me to get a price quote and get started on your awesome tattoo!  

Spectres of Venus Preview

Here's some of the new drawings I will have on display!

 

Spectres of Venus
Drawings and works on paper by Sara Antoinette Martin

Opening Reception: December 2nd, 7-10 PM

Мишка NYC
350 Broadway
Brooklyn, NY 11211
http://mishkanyc.com

The Watchers

"The Watchers"
My drawing for the Devils and Demons show at UFA Gallery. 

Sketch Theatre

While at this year's San Diego Comic Con, I got to do a drawing for Sketch Theatre.  Three little rose girls set to Django Reinhardt.

You can check out the video here: Sara Antoinette Martin on Sketch Theatre 

Hendricks Gypsy Box

Hendricks Gin asked me to 'curate-a-box' for an upcoming series of contests.
Alkyd, acrylic, and paper on a pine wood box.

You can win my box here: The Unusual Times

More pictures of it on Flickr!

Ouija Tee Design

Here's a recent tee design I did for Mishka NYC. It was printed in 3 colors.

Nekromantix Poster

I got to do a poster for the Nekromantix show at the Bell House.
Client: Rebel Angel Productions

Instead of fooling around with digital color, I straight up painted this design. I'm really happy with how it came out. The original is actually a pen and ink drawing and colored with oil washes. Its a new method I think I'll be doing more of for illustration jobs.

Anyway, we decided to print up a run of posters!
18"x24" Lithograph Poster Print!
Limited to 200, signed and numbered.
Only $10!

Now up for pre-sale!

Your Burning Up My Heart - Pop-Up Valentines

I've been playing around with watercolors a lot lately and I've been getting better at every project. For Valentines Day I decided to try my hand at pop-ups!
I cut out my burning heart illustration and mounted it on an "unequal angle fold". I also created a moire pattern spinner in the background. I mounted some patterned paper on the cover, hiding the folds and tabs.

More pictures (and video!) below.
I've also posted some process pictures up on flickr!

Pop-Up Valentine from Sara Antoinette on Vimeo.

Illustration Now! 3

I have two double page spreads in Taschen's Illustration Now! 3 Pretty awesome! Also in this edition is my former roommate Ilana Kohn. Congrats Ilana!

The latest volume Illustration Now! presents a completely new selection of 150 illustrators from around the world. A fascinating mix of established master draftsmen and neophytes, working in a vast range of techniques, Illustration Now! Vol. 3 features illustrators from 30 countries, with information about their careers, and lists of selected exhibitions. Also included is an introduction by specialist Steven Heller on current trends in the field.

More Info: Taschen

Illustration of Lux Interior

New illustration for Royal Flush! I got to do a portrait of one of my favorite punk rockers, Lux Interior! Check out the spread below.
You can order a copy of the new Royal Flush right here!

Mishka Zodiac Tees

Heres the design i did for mishka zodiac series!
Coincidentally, I am also an Aquarius...

More about it here: Bloglin
They haven't been put on the website just yet, but they are available at the 350 Broadway store!

Death to our Friends

Mishka recently released this tee with a graphic I designed. I really like how they came out. Available on white, black, or blue!

BUY IT: Mishka NYC

Poster Design / Call to Entry!

Not only did I make this poster, I'm also a co-organizer! This is going to be a really fun event.

The Gowanus Studio Space Jell-O Mold Competition
CAll TO ENTRY
Saturday, June 20, 2009 from 6-10pm
Register by June 12, 2009 to compete

Jell-O is the perfect medium for design in these times of restraint given its versatility, economy, and availability. This is why it’s time for a comeback of the Jell-O proportions of old: soaring heights, strange colors, object suspension!
The Gowanus Studio Space’s Jell-O Mold Competition will pit designers against each other in an effort to make the Jell-O mold cool again. Competitors will battle it out for mold supremacy in the following categories:
- Creativity
- Aesthetics
- Structural/sculptural ingenuity
- Edibility/culinary appeal
- Best use and showcase of Jell-O
A crack panel of respected judges will announce the winners at 8pm on the day of the event. The judging and awards ceremony will be held at the Gowanus Studio Space in Brooklyn.
The event is open to the public so even if you don’t compete you can come check out the action! Kelso beer and Jell-O shots will be served.

We are also running a vacum form workshop so you can build your very own mold.

MORE INFO: http://www.gowanusstudio.org/jello/

New Illustration!

New illustration in this months LI Pulse! Ink and digital color. There are two versions.

My painting for GAG ME WITH A TOON

Shipping out this hotness tomorrow. Its my take on rainbow brite. Trying to think of a good name.... Can you tell who was my reference photo?

self portrait

I just realized i haven't posted the finish of this yet. I thought about coloring it, but i like it the way it is. :)

The L Mag

My cover for the L Mag.

sketch

The start of a self portrait... I've been a drawing machine lately.

New Comix!

I just finished a short for a submission. Givin' she skull a personality... I will probally color it a little later, but i think it works pretty good black and white!

New Illo for L Magazine

I just finished these illustrations for the L magazine. I made 12 cards of potential cabinet members. More ink with digital color.