Holiday Help Wanted :)

ho hO HO! The Holiday season is certainly here and papa commerce is right around the corner. RTD's art prints have several holiday craft/art markets that they will be participating in. I'm extending the invitation to one or two lucky folks to be part of team RTD this holiday season. It's no golden ticket to the chocolate factory, but you will be helping me find homes for all these happy little RTD prints over the next few weeks.

The dates would be November 28th & 29th, and the first two weekends of December, the 5th & 6th and the 12th & 13th. You will be working at my artist & fleas location in Williamsburg (1 block from the Bedford L stop) and it would be from 11:30-7:30 each day. I'm currently working on booking other shows, so I could have some other days available as well.

So if your dream of fighting crime or becoming a super hero hasn't quite panned out yet and you are looking for some temporary (paid) work to get you through the holidays, shoot an email to - info (at) rawtoastdesign (dot) com << (the "at" and the "dot" are for outwitting those pesky spam robots, if it outwits you, then you probably need not apply). Give a little background info on yourself, why you like RTD, and why you like being happy and selling stuff at the same time. Links to your FB pages, websites, etc are all welcome along with any other interesting facts about yourself too. All applications need to be in by noon, Thursday the 26th (gobble gobble). Early application is encouraged as I will give this to the 1st person I feel would make a great fit. If only five of the six dates will work for you, some flexibility could be possible, so please still drop me an email and let me know your "unique" situation. (xmas bonus to anyone who can do all six though :)

Looking forward to adding a new member to the RTD family!

Best,

Jesse / RAWTOASTDESIGN

October Print Winner Announced

Congratulations to Laura from Bronx, NY. A signed 5x7 of Full Moon Tonight is makin' it's postal journey uptown and over the river. All of the current prints available can be eyeballed here. Thanks to everyone who participated and stay tuned for the November winner!

Best,

Jesse / RAWTOASTDESIGN


Details on how to enter for a chance to get yours below...

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Wanna win some FREE art for you walls? Sign up for the RTD mailing list and be entered that month for a FREE, signed, 5"x7" art print of your choice. You'll also be entered for the grand prize - a full sized 16"x20" limited edition, signed and numbered print that will be given away at the end of the year. I'll even pay for the postage too, so you've got nothing to lose. Sign up HERE.



You can see what prints are currently available HERE.

PREVIOUS WINNERS:

March : Ojay - Tiny Pimp

April : Juana - Gardener On Potato Island

May : Alissa - Poor Little Calamari, Elvina - Robot Pirate, Toby - Unlikely Lovers, and Ann - Tiny Pimp

June : Wendi - Unlikely Lovers, Daniel - A Beacon Of Hope, and Alex - Thirst

July : Giselle - Fly Fishing

August : Amandine - Steve Was Not Double-Jointed, Jeannie - Let the Horns Blow

September: Jennifer - Unlikely Lovers

Time Out NY

Time Out NY's sneaky street reporters cornered me a couple weeks ago while I was doing an errand run. Check out page 1 & 2 of this weeks mag or you can catch it online too: http://newyork.timeout.com/articles/public-eye/80431/jesse-kuhn-public-eye

City of Skies

Robbie from City of Skies, (whom I ran into in the Twitter universe) contacted me a little while back about posting some of my work on their site. If you haven't been to their site definitely take some time and browse around, lot's of great creative featured on it. Check out the RTD feature here:
http://cityofskies.com/2009/10/15/rawtoastdesign/

Thanks Robbie & City of Skies!

University of New Hampshire

A recent spot illo for the U of NH alumni mag. It was for an article about a woman’s pledge to lower her family’s carbon footprint which eventually led to the formation and creation of the New England Carbon Challenge – a regional, science-based, non-profit organization dedicated to finding and promoting individual solutions to global warming.


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BUST Holiday Craftacular

Wohooo! Just got my official BUST Holiday Craftacular vendor acceptance letter :) It's been a solid day!

RTD went to the BUST Spring Craftacular earlier this year as an attendee, and was deliciously impressed by the way the BUST crew throws down for these events. Don't miss this one, it's definitely worth your human time!

DECEMBER 6th
10AM - 7:30PM

Metropolitan Pavilion
125 West 18th Street, NYC

...from BUST.com
The annual BUST Holiday Craftacular is back again! Following the huge success of the BUST London Summer Craftacular, BUST Magazine brings you the Holiday Craftacular yet again! It’s an all day shopping and music extravaganza featuring the nation's hottest DIY talent. Over 200 crafty vendors, DJ's, tasty treats, and much more. Listen to the best tunes as you browse handmade wares, from jewelry and essential holiday accessories to home décor and cards. Goodie bags for the first 500 attendees, amazing raffle prizes and more! Admission: $2

Independently owned and operated, BUST Magazine has been a leader in the crafting movement since 1993. Now in its 16th year, BUST continues to support and influence the handmade revolution though constant editorial coverage, sponsorships, and events such as the BUST Craftacular. Always on the cutting-edge, BUST is a revered and trusted authority in the DIY and crafting community.

The Metropolitan Pavilion is located at 125 West 18th Street in NYC, not far from the 1 train at 18th street, or the F, V trains at 23rd street. BUST Magazine’s Holiday Craftacular will take place from 10:00 AM – 7:30PM on December 6th. Your entry ticket also gives you a shot at winning a BUST-load of booty in the Craftacular Raffle!


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Brooklyn Lyceum Holiday Market

RTD will be at this years Brooklyn Lyceum Holiday Market. So come on out and buy grandma somethin' real nice all of you last minute shoppers!

DECEMBER 19th & 20th
11AM - 7PM

Brooklyn Lyceum + Cafe
227 4th Avenue  BK, NY  11215
http://www.BrooklynLyceum.com
c  917.405.9909    w  718.857.4816


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St. Louis Magazine

This illo accompanied a short article in the October issue titled "Crossings" by Frank Kovarik. The piece explores his emotional connection to the City and the City-County line rift that has developed over the years. He looks forward to the day that the balance of power and the distribution of resources could shift enough that the County and City will patch things up and reunite.


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Halloween 2008

Ohhh, how I wish every Halloween could be celebrated PFLA DIY style in undisclosed abandoned buildings throughout NYC. Last years was a real treat, thanks to my good friends Karen(PressJunk) & Jake for putting it all together and everyone who helped fill the space. Enjoy...

417 illustrations

More from the monthly spot for the Talk of the Town section in 417 Magazine.


September: Painting Hollywood
A local woman’s kid-friendly, non-toxic nail polish (Piggy Paint) gig had her brushing elbows with some Hollywood folks. This article covered one trip out to California, where she painted tiny fingernails at Tori Spelling’s daughter’s birthday party.


October: Top of the Heap
This was covering a local Doubletree Hotel that was chosen among the top 1 percent of hotels in the world in 2009 by Expedia Insiders’ Select. I was told they leave some seriously delicious chocolate chip cookies for their guests which may have influenced the vote.


November: Enlightenment
This was covering a local university who was installing a green friendly solar-powered residence hall.

St. Louis Magazine: Fall Arts Guide

Illustration done for the Fall Arts Guide in the September issue of St. Louis Magazine.

September Print Winner Announced

Congratulations to Jennifer (sassypackrat) from Homewood, IL. A signed 5x7 of Unlikely Lovers is on its way from NYC through the snail mail system. All of the current prints available can be eyeballed here. Thanks to everyone who participated and stay tuned for the October winner!

Best,

RTD


Details on how to enter for a chance to get yours below...

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Wanna win some FREE art for you walls? Sign up for the RTD mailing list and be entered that month for a FREE, signed, 5"x7" art print of your choice. You'll also be entered for the grand prize - a full sized 16"x20" limited edition, signed and numbered print that will be given away at the end of the year. I'll even pay for the postage too, so you've got nothing to lose. Sign up HERE.



You can see what prints are currently available HERE.

PREVIOUS WINNERS:

March : Ojay - Tiny Pimp

April : Juana - Gardener On Potato Island

May : Alissa - Poor Little Calamari, Elvina - Robot Pirate, Toby - Unlikely Lovers, and Ann - Tiny Pimp

June : Wendi - Unlikely Lovers, Daniel - A Beacon Of Hope, and Alex - Thirst

July : Giselle - Fly Fishing

August : Amandine - Steve Was Not Double-Jointed, Jeannie - Let the Horns Blow

http://sketch.odopod.com/

seriously addicting...go try it out for yourself: http://sketch.odopod.com/

Where The Wild Things Are : VICE

The Draw Your Own Wild Things hosted by VICE - link

Time Out NY Magazine

Here's the illo that was done for this weeks issue of Time Out NY in the Own This City section. This particular story covers Open House NY, which is a city-wide event that opens the doors of private buildings, institutions, etc. that are usually closed to the public.

The idea was a through-the-keyhole, Alice in Wonderland type of landscape including several of the open house elements within it...Woolworth Building, Grand Masonic Lodge, The Lilac Dances, and the famous little Tom Otterness characters from the 14th St subway all running throughout it.

Check it out on page 35 if you get a copy or you can read the Own This City section here on their website too - http://newyork.timeout.com

Big "thanks" to Allison over at TONY too for bringing me in on this :)


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