Favorite Artist Videos #004

Dreams with Sharp Teeth , an overview of the life of writer Harlan Ellison.  The history is enthralling, the commentary from Robin Williams and Neil Gaiman is hilarious, but the most important reason for a creative to watch this film is for the work ethic and approach to the business of being a creative.  This is especially true for those talented creators who are constantly undervaluing their work and rights.

A decent deal at just $2.99 to rent from Amazon on streaming video.

Favorite Artist Videos #003

For a comic history nut like me, the next movie is easily one of my favorites.  It follows along with the creative and business journey that Jeff Smith took with his book BONE in such an enthralling way that I can't even count how many times I've watched the damn thing. 

Available for rent on Amazon Instant Video at just $1.99, The Cartoonist: Jeff Smith, BONE and the Changing Face of Comics is the best recommendation I can give for pure comic-y inspiration.

Favorite Artist Videos #002

Didn't think I would put up another video link so soon, but NetFlix has another that is pure gold. Love posters and love screen printing (it's something I kick myself for not exploring in college), so have to recommend Just Like Being There.

Also, being around Chicago I have to be a Jay Ryan fan.

Favorite Artist Videos #001

A lot of people probably don't know the I occasionally teach at Northern Illinois University (NIU).  My students can attest that I have a love of any documentaries or videos that have anything to do with art or being creative, and am constantly telling them "You have to watch this" or "We're watching this NOW!"  Figure it would be nice to share a few of these recommendations on the blog, so here we go.

Currently on NetFlix is Beauty is Embarrassing a documentary about the art of Wayne White.  Not only is the man funny and constantly creating, he also plays the banjo... so that's all kinds of groovy.