COLLECTIVE STATUS

May 28, 2012

Recently visiting Austin I had the chance to check out one of the hottest boutiques in the south! Inbetween takin care of the purchases, the boys at Collective Status took the time to talk about their great success over the past couple of years… Hosting some bad ass performers for their parties has definitely helped grow their fan base quickly.

Collective Status boutique Austin Texas

Scrooge McBuckz and Zen Dutchmaster manage the Collective Status boutique and DJ their own parties. The shop is located in the middle of 6th Street, with great exposure and a perfect lookout over the busiest part of Austin nightlife.

Collective Status boutique Austin Texas

Perfect layout, they make you feel like you’re right at home in you’re own closet.

Collective Status boutique Austin Texas

Some top brands in shop, definitely check it out whenever you’re in Austin!



May 28, 2012



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PRINTED THREADS

May 24, 2012

Thanks to Petey at Printed Threads, a new edition to Sleepy Dan gonna release next week! A little icing on the cake for the Series 2 line release next month…

Printed Threads Screen Printing

You can take it from me, the creative team at Printed Threads is one of the best in Dallas! The shop is ultra clean and organized to maximize production quality.

Printed Threads Screen Printing

Petey is printing some serious quality on both automatics and manual presses. There’s more than just shirt printing coming out of their shop, just could not show all the tricks up their sleeves…

Printed Threads Screen Printing

Printed Threads ink mixing and application technique is pretty serious. They’re located in Keller so they have lots of room in the shop for working surfaces… You will see on the next Sleepy Dan project that their printing quality is amazing!

Printed Threads Screen Printing



May 24, 2012



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SERIES 2 RELEASE - PLUSH

May 20, 2012

Saturday, June 16th from 6pm-9pm it’s going down! If you missed the gallery launch party for Sleepy Dan last year, here’s your chance to take part in another year of history. The series release party is the biggest event I throw all year, so you’re gonna have to wait another year if you miss it…

Sleepy Dan Series Relase Party Plush Gallery CADD Contemporary Art Dealers Of Dallas

The Plush Gallery is located in the heart of Dallas’ design district. It’s a perfect venue for all the activities planned. Another huge group of artists painted themed panels for the gallery show, I will be doing some live screen printing of an exclusive design which you get for free if you purchase a shirt from the new series that is releasing the night of the party. Remember… You Snooze, You Lose!



May 20, 2012

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CHINGO BLING TACO TRUCK

May 9, 2012

Every once in a while I have the opportunity to create a design for musician friends. Chingo Bling has been a great friend since wearing Sleepy Dan shirts in his music videos last year. This design was too sweet not to share…

Chingo Bling Taco Truck T Shirt Design Print

I’m proud to say my favorite lunch comes from a truck, now Chingo Bling gonna give the taco some style! You can buy a shirt from the Chingo Bling site.

Chingo Bling Taco Truck T Shirt Design Print

Hopefully he’ll be printing the script design and adding to the Chingo Bling shop soon… Better cop your size while they last, it released today just before hosting the Latino music festival Pachanga Fest 2012 in Austin this weekend.



May 9, 2012



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SLEEP BOOK

May 8, 2012

Whenever I see someone yawn, I am immediately yawning… Did you yawn when you saw the cover of Dr. Seuss’s Sleep Book? Fans see Sleepy Dan and think I’m tired during the day so I must be lazy. The truth is I barely sleep because I’m workin all the time, that’s where my passion and creativity is born!

Dr. Seuss Sleep Book Bedtime Story

I love the abstract character design of Dr. Seuss’s, he created this book as a visual representation of why I love sleep so much! I learned you should never judge a book by it’s cover but Seuss’s style is an artform!

Dr. Seuss Sleep Book Bedtime Story

Sleep traditionally takes place at night but all I need is a comfortable spot to lay my head… In a bed or on a chair, I can fall asleep anywhere!

Dr. Seuss Sleep Book Bedtime Story

Do you have a comfy memory before going to sleep? Like reading Dr. Seuss

Dr. Seuss Sleep Book Bedtime Story

Whatever Dr. Seuss book was your favorite, they’re all classic for bedtime…

Dr. Seuss Sleep Book Bedtime Story



May 8, 2012



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DOUBLE WIDE CREATIVITY

Apr 29, 2012

A staple bar of Deep Ellum is the Double Wide and the up an coming staple muralist in Dallas is Justin Blanks and his Howdy project.

Justin Blanks Double Wide Creativity Mural

I had the opportunity to catch him in the middle of the newest mural addition to the Double Wide… So I just had to share some pics!

Justin Blanks Double Wide Creativity Mural

When you get the chance, you gotta check out the courtyard final… Another amazing addition to the Deep Ellum!



Apr 29, 2012



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ZIPPY MOLDING RECAP 2

Apr 22, 2012

Time to finish up the Zippy molding recap! I hope you liked the first one, that was the easy part… Now it gets a little more difficult. Steps need to be followed exactly and measurements have to be perfect when mixing the casting resin or you get a pile of snot!

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

I left off just after the first mold is complete and able to make the first castings. This resin material is a two part mixture, so I have to measure out two exact amounts in clear cups to be precise.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

After the two cups are mixed together, they’re poured quickly into the mold without air bubbles or there’s imperfections in the casting. Once the two parts are mixed, the chemical reaction that bonds them creates heat.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

The purpose of this first casting is to make an original set that is a near perfect match to the original Sculpey design, so multiple production molds can be made. Imperfections in the first casting set can be sanded and corrected at this stage before the production mold is poured.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Once the first casting set is perfect and the Eye Pins are inserted correctly, the production mold is set up. The first casting set can be used to make multiple production molds depending on how many total castings will be made.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Each production mold has a lifespan, only able to make 10-15 moldings before the mold details begin to corrupt and create too many imperfections. Then a new production mold is poured around the set. The first castings can make as many productions molds as long as they are kept safe…

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Once the production mold is ready, the eye pins are inserted pre-pour so the production casting is secure to the eye pins.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Then the production casting begins, again mixing precise amounts then adding the dye to create the desired color… Only a couple drops of dye are necessary.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Pouring techniques are just as important as the mixing, this helps cut down on bubbles getting trapped in the mold while pouring.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

Both parts are clear to confirm correct mixing, when they are mixed with the dye they’re still clear. When the chemical reaction begins after poured into the mold, the clear material turns cloudy slowly then becomes entirely opaque.

Sleepy Dan Zippy Molding Recap Zipper Pull Keychain

The process is repeated after the molds are cleaned out and prepped again. These materials are hazardous so rubber gloves and cardboard are used everywhere to keep the working area clean. Lots of trial and error and Zippys are born! A limited amount were made so get a pair while they’re here…



Apr 22, 2012



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DALLAS ART WALK

Apr 21, 2012

I’ve got a little present for you! The Dallas Art Walk was today, so I visited a bunch of local CADD and DADA galleries that were opening their doors to the public and sharing some beautiful art on a beautiful day…

Dallas Art Walk

This wrapping present at the Craighead Green Gallery was so realistic, I almost had to touch to test… Almost got a hand slap!

Dallas Art Walk

The impressionist detail of this painting was amazing. Visiting the galleries in the morning made me think about the ripples in the pond. I had a great day visiting the galleries, so one great stone throw was effecting my whole day positively.

Dallas Art Walk

These four panels were 6 inch x 3 inch with so much small detail they left a magnifying glass to really check them out!

Dallas Art Walk

Abstract character art is always a fav of mine. Both of these were from the same artist… Beautiful style and I’m sure would make a great stand alone show!

Dallas Art Walk

Brad Albright had some pieces hanging at Kettle Art so I had to hang with him to end the night… Love his detailed pen & ink design! Brad is already workin on a Sleepy Dan panel for the Spring line launch party next month. Will have more details about the release date and spot soon!

Dallas Art Walk

It was a long day and I traveled to dozens of galleries. The Dallas arts culture has lots to offer so visit a gallery with some friends or for a great date night!



Apr 21, 2012



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STICKER ROBOT

Apr 16, 2012

Special delivery from Sticker Robot, just got the new Sleepy Dan stickers! So if you buy a fan pack you are getting the new Wake Up sticker too…

Sticker Robot Sleepy Dan new die cut stickers

The first year stickers were ordered from Sticker Robot, but I did some crazy research and still found Sticker Robot is the best quality for die cut stickers… They’re screen printed and UV coated to last a lifetime is stuck in the right spot!

Sticker Robot Sleepy Dan new die cut stickers

There is just no beating how easy it is to order from their website and they have the fastest shipping time. I love you Sticker Robot… You’re my hero!!!



Apr 16, 2012



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BATCH TWO RELEASE

Apr 15, 2012

Last night, my great friend Joonbug from Fresh Kaufee had his second release party at the Opening Bell coffee house in Dallas. Great event and as always and he delivered some creativity to entertain!

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

Joonbug is an amazing character artist, this screen printed poster design is the introduction of the Doughnut Darryl character! Nothing goes better with coffee than doughnuts…

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

All the posters were numbered… It’s great to see more designers learning how to screen print and create prints to sell on their own! Once you learn the process you can print on anything.

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

He hooked up with some local friends the Lunch Buddies, to work on the large scale poster printing. Amazing job as always, it’s so fun to see a behind the scenes look too.

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

Going to an event with Fresh Kaufee means you get to experience everything like you’re in Wonka Land… He packages all his shirts in printed coffee bags and even the shirts smell like freshly ground coffee!

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

The coffee shop was packed all night but Joonbug shared some of his Fresh Kaufee sketchbooks so you could see his design process. He is a great guy to hang with and always willing to sketch something silly for you. Everyone got to take home an original of their own!

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

If you came out to the event, you could get a custom printed Bean Pack that had a bunch of stuff including a random original doodle from Joonbug. I got there crazy early so I was helping stuff the Bean Packs with some friends…

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party

DJ Jay Clipp was there to mix it up! Hopefully you will be seeing him at lots more events coming up…

Fresh Kaufee Joonbug Batch Two release party



Apr 15, 2012

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