Iconically Canadian, The Tragically Hip are one of the nations most cherished bands. Their latest venture, The Tragically Hip ABC children’s book brings hit songs to fans in a new way. Published by Tundra, the book features cover and interior illustration by Monika Melnychuk, alongside three other Canadian artists. Monika has a knack for creating quirky characters with loads of personality. Her lifelike animals are even more entertaining and engaging when accompanied by the band’s legendary lyrics
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Tim Zeltner: CD Cover Art
Check out Tim's American Gothic spoof used as cover art for Jay Zell's CD, Country World. Notice Tim's trademark patina created by layering paint and varnishes on wood.
Haunted Hillbilly Hootenanny! Monday June 26, 2010
SideMart Theatrical Grocery of Montréal presents:
Limited edition giclée prints of illustrations from Derek McCormack's books "Haunted Hillbilly" and "Western Suit" (both designed and illustrated by Ian Phillips) will be available in a raffle at the:
HAUNTED HILLBILLY HOOTENANNY! A night of Country Music Splendor!!! Monday June 26th at The Dakota Tavern 249 Ossington Ave, Toronto 8 to 10:30 pm $15
Featuring: Justin Rutledge Afie Jurvanen Doug Paisley Derek McCormack Chelsea P. Manders Matthew Barber and more!
A fundraiser, in support of the upcoming production of HAUNTED HILLBILLY A musical adaptation of Derek McCormack's novel, on stage at Theatre Passe Muraille Aug 6th - 15th part of Summerworks Theatre Festival
(The silkscreened Hatch Show style poster for the musical was also designed by Ian Phillips)
Elton John Benefit Performance Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Ryan White
Greg Stevenson lent his elegant line style (art directed by Megan Dana of Borshoff) to the invitations for the Elton John Benefit Performance celebrating the life of Ryan White done in collaboration with the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, to be held this April 28, 2010. For more information on Ryan's story -please read the recent Washington Post article.