Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Magic Trash







Hello Blogger friends,
I just wanted to show you what I've been up too.
Have you ever heard of the Heidleberg Project??
It is the out of the box and off the wall art of artist Tryee Guyton
of Detroit, Michigan. Tyree takes trash and makes art i.e.
"Magic Trash". The book is written by J.H. Shapiro
a talented writer of children's books.
The book is published by Charlesbridge Publishing and
due out in Sept of 2011. I had the joy and pleasure of doing the illustrations for
the book. It was the hardest work I ever loved. I usually work digitally.
I had been wanting to do a more traditional style children's book.
This book is done in my collage and mixed media style and
I can't wait to do more like this one.
There is nothing like playing with found objects and paint and glue.
I felt like a mad scientist and I loved it. It took me a while to get started.
Someone told me that, "You have to love it V!" and he was right. Once I stopped
worrying about the process and got into it, it all just came together.
Live art. Touching the media and and mixing the colors was so wonderful.
I am so excited and happy about this project and I hope that you get to
see it soon. Okay, back to packing.
Have a great week Y'all
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62 comments:

  1. Ginger*:)March 15, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    What a delight! This book is a feast for the eyes. Great work Vanessa!!!!!

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  2. Anne Huskey-LockardMarch 15, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    OMG!!!!!
    YES! YES! YES!
    I do know about the man and the work and I can think of NO ONE better than you to have done this! :-D
    My heart soars seeing all the things that are used in the *Magic Trash* and I know that wonderful feel of pulling all the collage goodies out of the box and cutting loose.
    Vanessa~~you TOTALLY ROCK GIRLFRIEND!
    I have to buy this book......

    XXOO~~♥ ♥ ♥
    From the mad alchemist's apprentice,
    Anne

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  3. HeatherMarch 15, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Oh now this is so Awesome! Can't wait to check out your fabulous work in this book - he sounds (and looks) like an incredible artist.
    I love that idea of mixed media, another one of my favorite children's artists, Melissa Sweet, does something like that, collage and glue and all that jazz....totally delightful to see you in another book! Love that! Have a great day!

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  4. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    AWESOME! i'm so impressed! you did a super great handmade work! i can't wait to see more!! YOU'RE GREAT!

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  5. NicolaMarch 15, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Wow this is awesome, what a great artist and the book looks amazing, I love your mixed media style it's so rich and beautiful! What an exciting project indeed!! My boys would love this book! :0)

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  6. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    You are so talented! This looks wonderful, congratulations to you!

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  7. salli s. swindellMarch 15, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    vanessa, you are golden!!! this is the most amazing collection of illustrations...awesome meets awesome.

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  8. Tamara HendersonMarch 15, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Wow, amazing work!!! I can't wait until the book come out!

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  9. beeMarch 15, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Wow Vanessa, these illos look incredible!! I must go check out some more about this awesome dude too, how inspiring! Do let us know when the book is available so I can get my mitts on a copy! :)

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  10. Tami T.March 15, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    It looks gorgeous! I cannot wait to see it in print. The mixed-media illustrations are perfect for the subject matter. :)

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  11. Melissa SaylorMarch 15, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Holy smoke, I love it!!! Can't wait to get my copy. Keep up the amazing, wonderful, fabulous work. You and your work just make me smile. Thanks.

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  12. micheleMarch 15, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Oh girlie, girlie, girl, how can you not LOVE this? Even though I live for spring and summer, I can't wait for September to get here! Looking forward to seeing the rest of this- with your talented touch, I know it's going to be fun from cover to cover! :o)

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  13. JanineMarch 15, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    How cool is that????
    Wow, I love that magic trash. This is so awesome and your collages are perfect to present this.
    I don´t know nothing about digital art and so I can´t imagine how you usually make your fabolous illustrations, but I can imagine you cutting out pieces, searching for sunken treasures in the dustbin and ruin your clothes with glue. Well at least this is what I would do, hi hi hi.
    Have a great day
    big big hug
    Janine

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  14. Amy FarrierMarch 15, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Amazing subject and I love the way your mixed media illustrations bring it to life! Now I want to see the house and your book in person. And maybe play with some new media.

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  15. Kay AkerMarch 15, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    This is so exciting, so thrilling!I'm envisioning a Caldecott award in your immediate future and it couldn't happen to a more worthy artist! Your work is simply extaordinary!I know of the Heidelburg Project I used to live in Warren - a wonderland for a kid. Detroit is going to rise again. Thanks for being a part of that.

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  16. k.h.whitakerMarch 15, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Oh VEE! There are delicious. I absolutely love that you are getting to do collage for a book. I'm so excited about seeing this finished. I think it is going to be magical.

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  17. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    This work looks amazing and I can't wait to be able to hold it in my hands. I think you're onto something here, V. I can see why it would take longer, but it's worth it in the end.

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  18. Nina Seven N7March 15, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Oh WOW, V! What a fantastic project! It looks so so awesome! I can't wait to see the final book, You're the BOMB, baby!

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  19. Ana M.F.March 16, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    the illustrations are fantastic ♥
    and I love the pictures, those houses look great covered with art :)

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  20. CassandraMarch 16, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    Wow that looks like great fun!! I bet the book is amazing!! Great work Vanessa!!

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  21. yoboroboMarch 16, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    WOWEEE!!!! V, this book is gorgeous! And I am so excited that you got to work 'old style'. :) Me? I keep thinking I really should figure out how to work digitally - lol! But I love paper, and scissors and glue too much. Can't wait to see your new baby in person! Congratulations!!! xox Pam

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  22. Javier MuñizMarch 16, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    Hola, precioso blog, íntimas y leales entradas,si te gusta la palabra en el tiempo, la poesía,te invito al mio,será un placer,es,
    http://ligerodeequipaje1875.blogspot.com/
    gracias, buen día lluvioso, besos calados...

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  23. Marcus MientusMarch 16, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    AMAZING!

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  24. Kristi ValiantMarch 16, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Oh, that is so much fun! Lovin' those textures and colors and happy, beautiful messes! Kids are just going to eat it up. Can't wait to see the book in person!

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  25. Jenn BowerMarch 16, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Oh, Vanessa! You've totally outdone yourself. How alive. How vibrant. I am amazed at how closely you captured the essence of his art. You are so brave to work with the 'raw materials' of our trade. Had it been me I would still be staring at blank illustration board. I also can't get over how MUCH it looks like your digital art in tone and texture. A testament to your talent in the digital realm.

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  26. rachel awesMarch 16, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    congratulations vanessa!
    truly, all you touch IS magic.
    yes to YOU.
    these mixed media creations
    you've made are deeeelightful soup!
    i loooooove this, dear!
    xoxox

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  27. JuanMarch 16, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Congratulations Vanessa!!! Great work!

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  28. Ann PilicerMarch 16, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Just absolutely love it! What a treasure you have created! It looks amazing! I can not wait to see it in person! very impressive Congrats! :D

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  29. Tamara HendersonMarch 16, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Hey Vanessa, Thanks for the lovely comment! Have a great week!!

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  30. Bella SinclairMarch 16, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    OH! HOT DANG! This book is Magic, all right! Wow, what a fantastically wild house. And your illustrations capture all the whimsy and fun and LOVE for funky odds and ends. Ooooh, the patterned paper and buttons! Makes me want to rampage around the house, tearing things apart just so I have new art material. Looks like it was a LOT of hard work, but also extremely rewarding and a lot of joy.

    When you pack me away, please remember to poke a few airholes in the box, 'kay?

    Love you, my sweet!!!

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  31. SamiMarch 17, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Missed your drawings soooo much during my absence in the internet world :)

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  32. jazzlambMarch 17, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    WOAHOHOHO! I'm LOIVING his work and your work and his work and then yours again! I don't know what to look at! Really lovely! And thanks a lot a lot for sharing! Greetings from India :)

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  33. theartofpuroMarch 17, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Looooooooooove it!What a great experience to work in this way:)

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  34. Heather PowersMarch 17, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I can't wait to see this. I love all the colors and patterns - they look like magic! And what a fun story for kids to read about. So awesomely green!

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  35. ShellMarch 17, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    What an amazing man and your illustrations just glow highlighting Tyree's work.

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  36. AllekMarch 18, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    pasaba a saludarte!
    te dejo un fuerte abrazo!

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  37. KristaMarch 18, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    Wowzie, Powzie!! This technique is PERFECT for this story! Tyree must be over the moon thrilled to have his story and his art depicted this way!

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  38. IndigeneMarch 18, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Wowee! What a great book, art and photos! You know I'm buying the book, right?! Lol! For me, working digitally is challenging, and working traditionally is like eating chocolate! :) Love it, love it!

    Okay, now hurry up and move, so you can dish with us more! Sending you love and lots of patience on the move! :)

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  39. Ellen ByrneMarch 18, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    FABULOUS!

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  40. Lisa M GriffinMarch 18, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Vanessa, this looks amazing! I am so proud of you... it seems like everything you touch is gold my dear friend. :)
    Can't wait to see this book, sounds like a fantastic concept... a go green artist.
    Thanks for sharing your cheer and talent. Have a great weekend.

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  41. Charmaine D'SilvaMarch 18, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    You are so fab V! Love all this stuff. Do you use Photoshop for your work...I forget now. xoxo

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  42. Peter BreeseMarch 18, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Looks magnificent, congrats V! Love that you had a chance to do the collage... really looks fantastic.

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  43. BradMarch 18, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    my goodness how did i miss this!! it is stunning, i love how you incorporated the collage elements, so cool! this book is going to be hard to wait for!

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  44. Vicki SmithMarch 18, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    The book and your subject sound truly wonderful!

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  45. Michaele RaziMarch 18, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Love the pics of his house and your illustrations are mind-blowing. Absolutely gorgeous! My eyes are incredibly happy right now! Thank you.

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  46. ShirleyMarch 18, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Whhhhhhhhoooooohoooooooo!!! Congratulations to the moon and back on this, Vanessa..wow, the book and story look to be so incredibly rich. I love your collage work and to read your words of how you loved getting into it, just makes it magic. I can only imagine how thrilled everyone who was a part of this book was of your amazing art. I can't wait to see and read it. I wish you lots of peace through all of your packing. And by the way, I loved your Fatherhood PSA and illustration. Yay for hubby!!!

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  47. Eric BarclayMarch 18, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Beautiful and original. The love shines through... there is nothing else like this.

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  48. SabbioMarch 19, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    What a great project, that's so powerful to have you create about an artist creating with "trash" :)

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  49. Melinda StanleyMarch 19, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    This. Is. Wonderful.

    I'm so amazed by people who can work in collage. I was never very successful at it myself but I SO enjoy looking at works created in this medium.

    This book looks awesome; so chock full of imagination, no doubt! Thanks for sharing, Vanessa! Your work always covers such a broad spectrum! :)

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  50. Tara DetchemendyMarch 20, 2011 at 10:01 PM

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  51. thepickledlemonMarch 20, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    This is awesome! I love the way you visualize ideas on paper. It such an inspiration to see your work. Now i definitely want to buy this for my little one.

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  52. Morph WaffleMarch 20, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Wow, looks beautiful!

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  53. roberta bairdMarch 22, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Oh my.... oh my...how much have I missed! me with my pencil to paper!
    Time for me to take a breather...

    Things are looking pretty springy around here V! Love it and your new book looks awesome!Simply gorgeous!
    I can't wait to see the whole thing!!

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  54. Tara HolmesMarch 22, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    The real photos of the place are CRAZY-COOL!! It's something I would expect Aimee to take pictures of in her fabulous Kansas town! You've done a tremendous job capturing the vivid colors and sights of his work; bravo, Sweet Lady!!
    -Tara :D

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  55. Lynn AlpertMarch 23, 2011 at 12:24 PM

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  56. Lynn AlpertMarch 23, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Wow! What a really cool project! I love that Charlesbridge Publishing made the decision to publish a book about to educate the world about it. Your art couldn't be more perfect for this! How exciting for you! Congrats on another wonderful book!

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  57. M.LeeMarch 25, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    I can NOT wait to buy this book!! I love it and I love your art!

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  58. donny*March 29, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    It looks amazing, V. I'm going to mark my calendar for when I can get me paws on that. I'm a huge, and when I say huge, I mean HUGE admirer of his work. So excited for you. Looks like an amazing project to be a part of!

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  59. Tomás SerranoMarch 30, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Very big congrats, Vanessa. I know you are a great artist in the manual labor field.

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  60. donny*March 30, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Yeah. Actually I was introduced to his work not too long ago by someone who had just been introduced to it and we all became part of the 'Tyree is Amazing!' fan club together.

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  61. Angela MeijerMay 25, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    absolutely incredible!!!! I can't wait to get my hands on this beautiful book. You are amazing.

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  62. D HawkAugust 18, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    I am also from detroit and have seen his art, it is great that you have illustrated this book in his memory. I enjoyed looking at the illustrations. I'm going to have to get this book. Thanks for sharing.

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