Nota para Argentina: Se consiguen en todas las librerías del país. ¡ Pídaselo a su librería amiga !

The piñata’s associated with the Latino culture, but historians point to Asia (especially China) as its actual point of origin. It’s supposed that the famous traveler Marco Polo’s visit to that nation, he saw how the Chinese created colorful animal figures covered with paper, which is hung with ornaments, and were used in the New Year celebrations. As a good observer, Polo brought Europe the idea of these early piñatas. Although housed in various regions of their religious significance, today, is considered a symbol of fun and entertainment.

Between contemporary design of characters and this popular tradition the project aims to let ourselves be surprised by the unexpected results arising from the interpretation of these characters by Mexican artisans who made them. And give the viewer a particular facility where the 30 piñatas “design” reflect the contemporary look of mixtures, juxtaposition and appropriation, in this case an object culturally ingrained in Latin America. Mexican artisans Ricardo Linares and Lorenzo García will be constructing the piñatas based on the designs of 25 worldwide artists including Cupco, Cecy Meade, Apak, S.britt, Snaggs, Tado, David Gamez, Gaston Caba, Sonni, and many more!

Gallery Vertigo | Mexico City | February 3rd, 2010

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Q: What makes me happy?
A: Drinking a black coffee whilst I read a book

This is my contribution for this nice project.

They say that:
To spread the happiness even further you could also make a voluntary donation to UNICEF UK on the HTW JustGiving page www.justgiving.com/happinessthisway/

Also did a Tee with this design, vote on Lafraise en.lafraise.com/Submission/index/id/111636 

The Ark Project - An illustrated animal bible (Project by DGPH | Edited by IdN)
Just like Noah saved the animal species in his ark, this project will try to rescue the ones surrounding us today, through the most important designers, illustrators and contemporary designers. The idea is to generate an animal bible showing the different species around the globe with artist from each corner of the planet. Each one of them representing an animal or specie from their homeplace. My contribution is the Llama Glama.

BOOK SPECIFICATIONS
ISBN 978-988-18470-1-0
Cover Semi-case binder
Size 173mm (w) x 210mm (h)
Pages 240
RRP US$34.00 / £22.00 / €24.00 / HK$260.00

¡Bienvenidos todos a descubrir, este potente y sustancioso compilado, de música antiviral por excelencia!

Sorry it took me so long to post this pics !
I had a great time at the show, plus I sold many silkscreens from the “Sasquatch” series. They are only a few left, so if you want one contact me ASAP !!
All the original drawings are still for sale.
Do you want one?