If you purchase Derek Hess and Kent Smith’s new book, “Please God Save Us”, anytime between now and the presidential election, you will receive a free signed copy of Hess’ Obama-inspired print, “Change”.  The book features Kent Smith ranting about the problems with right wing politics, while Hess provides the illustrations.  It is a 112 page softcover, available in two packages.  You can purchase the book alone for $25, or buy a package that includes the book and “Thrown”, a 17.5″ x 28″ offset limited to 300 pieces, for $60.  Either purchase will get you the Obama print free.  For more info, visit StrhessPress.com.

Not only does Spanish artist Jorge Ortiz take the best process pictures in the business, he also constantly outdoes himself in the department of quality.  “The 80th Victory”, based on the WW1 German pilot The Red Baron, is a hand-pulled 5.75″ x 5.75″ six color screenprint, has an edition of 50, and is $16 (or €12 for you overseas customers).  After printing, Jorge embossed each print, giving them an amazing textured look.  To purchase, you can either check out his site or visit the Gigposters.com Classifieds.

Our Newest Sponsor, Artist A Day, a site that (you guessed it) features a different artist profile each day, just released their first exclusive art print.  “Mona” by NC artist Dave Pitman is an 18″ x 24″ giclee, has an edition of 250, and is $125.  Check out the print, and keep an eye on the daily profiles at ArtistADay.com.

Joe Ledbetter was cool enough to post the preview for his newest show, “Hunters and Gatherers” at M Modern Gallery in Palm Springs.  The show is looking very cool, with some different imagery than he normally uses.  If you can afford one, these paintings are well worthy of being on any wall.  Check the show out at JoeLedbetter.com.

Drew Millward just checked in with me, and he let me know that he has a number of new commercial products floating around.  First up is a deck for Kapitol Skateboards that will drop sometime in December.  Secondly, Drew has designed a whole batch of new shirts for the UK boutique clothing brand Paint The Stars.  The shirts are a bit pricey for US customers, but man, they are looking awesome.  Check them out at the Paint The Stars Shop.

Jetset Graffiti continues to produce cool videos about street art, including this new one featuring Invader.  In the clip, the man himself explains his style of art, how he produces it, and how he spreads the invasion in cities across the globe.  There will be a second part coming soon, I’ll post it when it’s available.  Enjoy.

For the second straight year, the fourth year students in Arizona State University’s Visual Communication Design program have curated a gallery show that consists of posters from designers all over the world.  Over 70 artists including Tara McPherson, Aaron Horkey, Daniel Danger, Jay Ryan, etc etc etc will have work in the show.  The opening happens the night of Monday, November 17 and will run till November 28 at the ASU College of Design.  They will be holding a silent auction, with proceeds to benefit the senior thesis show at ASU.  If you’re near Tempe, you should try to make it out for sure.  For more info, visit ArizonaStateVCD.com.

Leia Bell just dropped a bundle of new art prints.  They include an Obama print, an art print based on “The Princess Bride”, and a couple other things.  I have listed all the pertinent info below.  Visit LeiaBell.com.

“Barack”

12″ x 17″ Screenprint, Edition of 120, $20:

“This Is The Place”

13.5″ x 12.5″ Screenprint, Edition of 85, $20:

“The Princess Bride”

Regular Edition:  16.5″ x 12″ Screenprint, Edition of 99, $20.

Wood Edition:  16.5″ x 12″ Screenprint on Wood, Edition of 99, $35:

“Peacock”

12.5″ x 19″ Screenprint, Edition of 106, $20:

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Graphic designer Frank Chimero is in the process of creating a super clever set of art prints, one for each of our country’s states.  The first 15 are up now, with more to come.  They are 8″ x 8″ giclees, come signed, and are each only $15.  Check them out at FrankChimero.com.

Louisiana

Illinois

Texas

Another one of my favorite underrated artists, Sasha Barr, is having a big sale on about everything in his online store.  He has a ton of shirts, posters, and art prints for sale, most of them for only $5-$12.  Check everything out at ThisIsTheNewYear.com.

Metro Orange Art just released this new piece by Leslie Ditto.  “Lush” is a 24″ x 36″ giclee on canvas, has an edition of only 30, is hand-embellished, and costs $200.  You can pick one up at MetroOrangeArt.com.

I can’t say that I’m the hugest Hussar fan ever, but I’ve had numerous requests to cover the new print, so here goes.  “Cherry Pie” is 12″ x 15″, has an edition of 88, and is $350.  You can preorder one now at BirdbathPublishing.com.

Just came across these new cards from Letter Pressed by Portland artist Le Merde, and they’re pretty rad indeed.  They are limited to 500 pieces, and each order comes as a five pack.  You can pick up a set for $20 at the Letter Pressed Store.

I love when Jay Ryan puts out new art prints, especially when it is TWO new ones.  “Thunderbeast”, which was originally produced for a Beasts! gallery show, is a 20″ x 26″ screenprint, has an edition has an edition of 145, and is $30.  “Warm Bowl of Sleeping BIrds” is an 8.25″ x 18″ screenprint, has an edition of 300, and is only $20.  Seriously great deal on both of these.  Visit TheBirdMachine.com.