Kyle Hilton

I’ve enjoyed hearing all the arguments about Man of Steel....

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:23:00 -0400

I’ve enjoyed hearing all the arguments about Man of Steel. And though I usually don’t think film or art criticism really serves any purpose when it comes to smaller, original works, it’s interesting to read when it concerns a property with which its fans already have a sense of ownership. This article in particular hit the nail on the head in that respect.

I’m a huge fan of darker, more emotionally-focused dramas, so I was actually really excited about the idea of that version of Superman, even if he really is better served in a more colorful, more hopeful tone. It’s completely Zack Snyder’s vision, and not mine, so it doesn’t matter what I think, but Man of Steel ultimately came across like half-Transformers and half-Tree of Life. It had some really interesting parts and some grounded acting, but the video-game-like action scenes (almost half the movie) totally undo all the emotional work of Goyer’s story. Maybe Superman should be all about flying and action and all the things fans want to see, but if your goal is to tell a darker, more emotional struggle of a reality-based Superman, get a Terrence Malick or a Derek Cianfrance (Place Beyond the Pines) to work with a tiny budget and get rid of all the distracting CG. Don’t even show him fly. I’d be first in line for that movie.

Really happy with this recent spot in this Sunday’s New...

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:30:06 -0400

Really happy with this recent spot in this Sunday’s New York Times Magazine, accompanying another fantastic Maud Newton article about the ingenious 60s Heineken bottle design, which doubled as a brick for building actual structures.

Help Terrod

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:08:00 -0400

Help Terrod:

Terrod Jackson was participating in a memorial run for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing on May 2, 2013 in Hattiesburg, MS. He collapsed about 2.5 miles into the run. Fellow runners initiated CPR and Terrod was quickly …

Just wanted to post this. This couple is in need of some quick assistance, and, though you don’t know them at all, if you feel at all inclined to give a small amount, it could go a long way in getting this couple back on track after what seems like a devastating bump in the road. I know putting up money isn’t always possible, but if you’re up for some reblogging, it could be just as amazing!

I just gotta say, I can’t wait to share this paper doll book with you guys. I don’t...

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:04:00 -0400

I just gotta say, I can’t wait to share this paper doll book with you guys. I don’t think I’ve ever had more fun making something. Enjoy such paper activities as cutting off Van Gogh’s doomed ear and more!

Making some crappy summer shirts for myself.

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 18:12:00 -0400

Making some crappy summer shirts for myself.

Very fortunate to be able to say this more often these days, but...

Fri, 31 May 2013 10:56:27 -0400

Very fortunate to be able to say this more often these days, but I sincerely could not be happier with this Sunday’s spot in The New York Times Magazine. This week’s assignment was an especially fun challenge, accompanying an article about Oakland A’s Josh Reddick and his infamous beard.

Forgot to post this Sunday, but here is a small spot I did for...

Wed, 29 May 2013 11:02:01 -0400

Forgot to post this Sunday, but here is a small spot I did for the recent New York Times Magazine. Accompanying another great Maud Newton article, this time with a particular memorable anecdote concerning pornography and a panda costume. Needless to say, there were only so many ideas that were suitable for print. Really happy with the final result.

Enjoying a country-side Memorial Day at my parents’

Mon, 27 May 2013 20:07:28 -0400

Enjoying a country-side Memorial Day at my parents’

brightwalldarkroom: “If somebody goes out to make a movie that...

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:10:56 -0400

brightwalldarkroom:

“If somebody goes out to make a movie that isn’t designed primarily to entertain people, then I don’t know what the fuck they’re doing. What’s the Raymond Chandler line? ‘All good art is entertainment and anyone who says differently is a stuffed shirt and juvenile at the art of living.’”

—Joel Coen, (shown here directing his wife, Frances McDormand, in Fargo)

This Sunday’s spot in the Times Magazine was a lot of fun....

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:34:00 -0400

This Sunday’s spot in the Times Magazine was a lot of fun. Accompanying an article about Twitter as the forum for discontent with politics, we landed on an image I was really excited about. Shown is the final and a few other rough ideas.

Kicking off a month of research and paper doll-making the right...

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:29:00 -0400

Kicking off a month of research and paper doll-making the right way with a fresh sketchbook!

Here’s a small thing I did for today’s New York...

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:59:00 -0400

Here’s a small thing I did for today’s New York Times Magazine. This time accompanying another great Maud Newton article about author Marguerite Duras’ disapproval of the film adaptation of her masterpiece “The Lover”.

Here’s part of a fun assignment I did recently. This particular...

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:57:00 -0400

Here’s part of a fun assignment I did recently. This particular part wasn’t used ultimately, but really happy with trying my hand at some technical drawings. I have a growing collection of old instruction manuals that I’m really fond of, and would love to do more technical stuff like this. Such a relaxing, methodical way to draw.

i love your art! your style is one of my absolute favourites!

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:22:44 -0400

Thank you! That’s really, really nice to hear:)

Just received this beautiful, beautiful package today from AMC....

Fri, 03 May 2013 14:00:00 -0400

Just received this beautiful, beautiful package today from AMC. They put together a book of Breaking Bad-inspired art as a gift to the creators, and I had the pleasure of brushing off my paper dolls for it. Look at my dumb name, just sitting there between Mike Mitchell and Francavilla, pretending this is normal.

If you’re out and about this Sunday, look for a small...

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:05:27 -0400

If you’re out and about this Sunday, look for a small thing I did in the Sunday New York Times Magazine. It accompanies an article about Marco Rubio’s somewhat record-setting talk show appearances (technically seven in a row, but all from one feed).

thebluthcompany: Taste the happy. [via] Man, George Michael...

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:58:47 -0400

thebluthcompany:

Taste the happy.

[via]

Man, George Michael looks badass.

Here are some quick photos from my trip to William...

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:53:00 -0400

Here are some quick photos from my trip to William Faulkner’s home this weekend. One of my favorite classic writers, it was incredible seeing where and how he worked. The most interesting part was seeing an intact outline for his story “A Fable” sprawled out across the walls of his bedroom. Such a beautiful thing to see it frozen in time.

*Forgive the poor quality on some*

A Garden State follow-up? Well, that sounds intere- BACKED.

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:22:00 -0400

A Garden State follow-up? Well, that sounds intere- BACKED.

earwolf: Make coffee the Mantzoukas way. And check out today’s...

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:56:32 -0400

earwolf:

Make coffee the Mantzoukas way.

And check out today’s How Did This Get Made Minisode to prepare for next week’s movie.