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I’m writing this on behalf of Matt.  I wanted to get it on our blog to get the news to those who knew Grant Sligh, but like Matt hadn’t been in touch with him for a while.

Matt worked with Grant back in the late 90’s and was very saddened to hear about his passing earlier this month.  Matt refered me to this article and after searching I also found Aron Ahlstrom’s blog.  That’s about all we know… 

Grant will be missed.

The Central Library will be hosting a “Comixtravaganza” – a series of events celebrating comics and the artists who make them, beginning at 2:00pm on Saturday, January 26^th.  Speakers include Plexipixel friends Ellen Forney and David Lasky!

Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Doors will open 15 minutes before the event. 

Comixtravaganza at the Central Library
Saturday, January 26th 

Comic Workshop
2pm – 3pm
Level 4, Room 1 

Learn the basics of making great comics from acclaimed local comics artist David Lasky. You’ll leave with your very own mini-comic, and you can donate a copy to the Library’s collection. 

‘Getting into Comics’ panel
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium 

This panel will feature the local lights of the comics world discussing what they love about comics, their experiences in the comics industry, and more. 

Acclaimed cartoonist Ellen Forney speaks
4:30pm
Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium   

Ellen Forney is the author of several books, including “I Love Led Zeppelin” and MONKEY FOOD:  The Complete “I Was Seven in ‘75” Collection. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,” written by Sherman Alexie and illustrated by Forney, won the 2007 National Book Award.  

For more information, call the Central Library Teen Center at 206-615-1410, or email:  TeenCenter@spl.org www.ellenforney.com

www.davidlasky.info

Comixtravaganza/Central Library

Details… 

WHEN: FRI FEB 8TH 

6PM-9PM Schmancy toy store and Gallery — Art opening 

9PM-? @ Rendezvous Grotto — I’m throwing a dance party! Two totally psychedelic bands slated to play. Bring your friends, it’s gonna be groovy times! If you feel the need to dress like a hippie or a hillbilly, I certainly won’t stop you! If you’ve never been in the Grotto you’re in for a treat.       

Plexipixel is proud to sponsor the Northwest Film Forum’s Children’s Film Festival again this year. 

Highlights include:

• Opening Night Celebration: “The Adventures of Prince Achmed”.  Lotte Reinger’s 1926 animated film masterpiece featuring the world premiere of a new score composed and performed by Miles and Karina 
• Lots of 2D, 3D and motion graphics animation from all around the world. The majority of the movies are short (15 minutes or less) perfect for the person like me with a short attention span.
• On Saturday, Jan. 26th at 11am, meet Mr. Winkle, Jr. and see “Big Top Winkle”.  The movie staring the famous Mr. Winkle
• “History of Claymation and 3D animation with Will Vinton” on Saturday, Feb. 2nd at 1pm

We’re especially excited about Will Vinton’s visit.   Will’s an animation legend and just an all-around swell guy. 

Will will also be here to teach an “Animation Masterclass” on Sunday, Feb. 3rd that will introduce filmmakers the art of claymation and 3D techniques.  The filmmakers are invited to bring clips of their work to get personal advice from Will.

Plexipixel is represented at CES for the second year in a row (last year we did a video to announce Real’s partnership with Tivo).  This year, we created a video using Lenny Kravitz’ new single “Bring It On” to show off the new portable GoGear and Philips’ Streamium home products that are Real/MTV Rhapsody enabled.  The video was shown at the Philips press event on Saturday (1/6/2008).  It’ll also be shown at Real’s booth during the show.

Check out the press on Engadget on both the announcement and the video:

1:16PM PT - Andrea is now talking about the company’s partnership with Rhapsody, and online music sales. Matt Rowlen from Rhapsody has taken the stage now. He’s touting the company’s wide coverage. Now they’re rolling a clip made with Lenny Kravitz. It’s pretty funky, also, someone is playing the electric guitar.

1:19PM PT - Rhapsody is now (or will be soon) available for Philips devices. Mind blowing. Now Andrea is back on talking about lifestyle and design.

(source Engadget–2008/01/06/, Live Coverage From the Philips Press Event)

There was a post on Boing Boing today about Bob Staake’s very unusual illustration process.  He uses a mouse and a copy of Photoshop to create super cute cut-out-style “vector”-based (they’re actually rastor) children’s book illustrations.  What crazy is his process–he takes the idea of cut-out in a very literal way.  Check it out!