Grendel's Den Website Overhaul Coming

Hi everyone! Long time no post. I've been pretty busy for quite a while, and busy is good. But it has also kept me from updating my own website. Luckily the time to work on it has finally become available and I am starting the process of redesigning things. The current design is only about three years old, but some things have changed in regard to the direction of my work and services provided. So it's time to change things to reflect those changes (cue David Bowie's "Changes"). In the coming months I'll be working on that in between some other projects with the hope of having a nice and shinny new website launched by Fall. Obviously I'll announce when the new design goes live. As always, thanks for your years of support.

Best,
Dave

New Print and Web Design

Just updated the GDDS website with some new work, including this poster design for the independent horror film "The Last Exit"...

 

 A website redevelopment for the multi-genre event The Twisted World...

 

 And the website design and development the new Steampunk event, The Gilded Festival...

 

Yet Even More New Artwork

And another new piece of artwork, this titled SACRIFICE.




As with the other new piece, I'll have a framed fine art giclée available and art prints of it for next weekend's The Twisted World. I'll also have other pieces for sale as well as multiple art prints, so be sure to stop by the GDDS booth and check it out.

You can find details, directions, and ticketing information on their website:
The Twisted World
April 26-28
The Doubletree Somerset Hotel
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ

New Artwork

I've wrapped up another new piece of artwork, this one a portrait of Circus Arts Performer Little Miss Rollerhoops.




I'll have a framed fine art giclée available and art prints of it for next weekend's The Twisted World. I'll also have other pieces for sale as well as multiple art prints, so be sure to stop by the GDDS booth and check it out.

You can find details, directions, and ticketing information on their website:
The Twisted World
April 26-28
The Doubletree Somerset Hotel
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ

Upcoming 2013 Shows

Here's the list so far of the 2013 conventions I'll be attending and vending. As time goes on I'm sure it will expand.

February 15-17, 2013
Wicked Faire VIII,  "The Revenge Of The Renaissance Faire"
Doubletree Hotel of Somerset, New Jersey
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ 08873


April 26-28, 2013
Twisted World: Divine Decadence
Doubletree Hotel of Somerset, New Jersey
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ 08873


May 17-19, 2013
The Steampunk World's Fair
The Radisson of Piscataway
21 Kingsbridge Road
Piscataway NJ 08854

Office Down Time

From December 22nd to January 5th I will be performing an office system upgrade. This includes my work computer system and all of its software, wireless internet system, and most of the office itself. This is about three years overdue, and now has to be accomplished in order for me to better serve all of you, my clients.

I chose this time for obvious reasons - it falls during Christmas and New Years, of which sees the least amount of client work during the year.

For the most part I will not be performing any typical website maintenance or updates, graphics work, or promotional materials during this down time. I will also not be taking on any new work or rush jobs prior to the down time as I already have a full docket to wrap up beforehand. Obviously though if there is an emergency I will make every effort to get to it as soon as possible.

Once completed, I will be back in business and chugging away diligently as always.

I want to wish everyone a fantastic holiday season, whatever you may or not not celebrate, and that I truly appreciate each and every one of you and your patronage.

Upcoming Show: Macabre Faire Grim Gathering

I'll have the GDDS booth all setup for this year's Macabre Faire Grim Gathering, Long Island's ultimate Halloween extravaganza, which takes place on October 19th to 21st at the Best Western Mill River Manor. Be sure to stop by and check it out. Looks to be an awesome convention and event. More information and directions can be found on the Macabre Faire website.

New Art / HorrorFind Weekend

I've wrapped up another new piece of artwork, this one entitled LILITH.




I'll have a framed fine art giclée available and art prints of it for this weekend's HorrorFind Weekend. I'll also have other pieces for sale as well as multiple art prints, so be sure to stop by the GDDS booth and check it out.

You can find details, directions, and ticketing information on their website:
HorrorFind Weekend
August 31st - September 2nd
WYNDHAM GETTYSBURG
95 Presidential Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325

New Artwork - CHIMERA

I've wrapped up another new piece of artwork, this one entitled CHIMERA.




I'll have a framed fine art giclée available and art prints of it for this weekend's Steampunk World's Fair. I'll also have other pieces for sale as well as multiple art prints, so be sure to stop by the GDDS booth and check it out.

You can find details, directions, and ticketing information on their website:
Steampunk World's Fair
May 18 - 20
The Embassy Suites of Piscataway
121 Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ 08854

New Artwork and Upcoming Event

I've wrapped up a new piece of artwork entitled PETITE MORT, and added it to the Art page.




I'll have a framed fine art giclée available, as well as art prints, this weekend during the Steampunk World's Fair. I'll also have other pieces for sale as well as multiple art prints, so be sure to stop by the GDDS booth and check it out.

You can find details, directions, and ticketing information on their website:
Steampunk World's Fair
May 18 - 20
The Embassy Suites of Piscataway
121 Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ 08854

GDDS Website Redesign, New Art, Upcoming Shows!

This is a rather big update, so have a seat...

Nope, you're not imagining things. After almost four years, Grendel's Den Design Studio has be given a redesign from the ground up. Just about three months of brainstorming, building and testing to get what you see before you. I've cut out all of the fat and left a lean and mean HTML 5 and CSS3 machine. And it's also responsive, meaning that a single design was created that can adapt itself to just about any device - be it a PC, laptop, iPad or smartphone.

You'll notice some obvious changes, like the combination of web and graphic designs onto a single Design page. I've also cut out some of my older pieces of artwork from the Art section, making that page far more current work rather than a long list of everything. I've also took down the Store for the short term. It will be making a comeback soon, but not until I've streamlined things by better selecting what prints should and shouldn't be available. But again, it will be returning soon, so be sure to check back. There are some things that still need a little tweaking, but overall we're ready for public consumption.


I've also added a new piece of artwork to the Art page, which is entitled DUALITY.




And there's a couple of shows that you can catch me at:

Steampunk World's Fare
May 18 - 20
The Embassy Suites of Piscataway
121 Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ 08854

HorrorFind Weekend
August 31 - September 2
Wyndham Gettysburg
95 Presidential Circle Gettysburg, PA 17325

GDDS Upcoming Conventions: HorrorFind and Intervention

You'll be able to catch me at the Grendel's Den Design Studio booth during HorrorFind Weekend from September 2nd to the 4th, and then Intervantion from September 16th to the 18th. I'll have the full booth setup, with plenty of art prints and possibly some new framed fine art. Be sure to stop on by.


HorrorFind Weekend
September 2-4, 2011
Wyndam Gettysburg
5 Presidential Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325


Intervantion
September 16-18, 2011
Hilton Washington DC/Rockville
1750 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

New Art and Website

I just updated Grendel's Den Design Studio with some new artwork and design projects, including this digital fine art piece entitled LORD CHUMLEY:



You can visit the Art section to take a look at the larger version of this piece.

There's also the newly developed website Chilling Magic, which was created for magician Jonathan Frost.

As always, there's more projects in the pipeline almost ready to release into the wilds of the Internet, so be sure to check back.

GDDS at Wicked Faire VI

You'll be able to catch me at the Grendel's Den Design Studio booth during Wicked Faire VI, which takes place February 18th to the 20th. I'll have the full booth setup, with plenty of art prints and possibly some new framed fine art. Be sure to stop on by.

Wicked Faire VI
February 18-20, 2011
Doubletree Hotel
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ
See site for full details

GDDS Vending This Month's Dorian's Parlor

This upcoming Saturday (December 18th) I'll be vending at one of the countries premier Steampunk events, Dorian's Parlor. I'll have the full display booth set up with framed fine art and art prints available for purchase.



Dorian's Parlor
Saturday, December 18th, starting at 8:00PM
$25.00 admission (includes drink ticket and Hors D'oeuvres)
Performances by The Clockwork Dolls and The Slomski Brothers
Doubletree of Center City
237 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
See site for details

2010 Philcon Progam Schedule

Though I will not be participating in this year's Philcon art show, I will be participating in some panels. Philcon takes place this upcoming Friday, Saturday and Sunday.


Sat 12:00 PM in Plaza III (Three) (1 hour)
DIGITAL ART IN A HISTORIC PERSPECTIVE (536)
[Panelists: J. Andrew World (mod), D.E. Christman, Mitchell Bentley, Robert Walters, L. W. (Lynn) Perkins]
Mitchell Bentley's Digital Art Tour


Sat 1:00 PM in Plaza V (Five) (1 hour)
CAN I DO ART FULL-TIME? (359)
[Panelists: Alan Beck (mod), Charlene Taylor D'Alessio, Heidi Hooper, Tess Kissinger, Robert Walters, D.E. Christman]
Is it possible to support yourself as an artist in today's economy? What are some good strategies to make a living with your talents


Sat 3:00 PM in Crystal Ballroom Three (1 hour)
PIRATE, NINJA, VAMPIRE, ZOMBIE! (379)
[Panelists: Hugh Casey (mod), D.E. Christman, Jo Blu Pax, Sally-Rouge Pax, Keith R.A. DeCandido, Tee Morris]
The Philcon panel that will not die has now gotten... undeader! It's well known that if you add a Pirate, a Ninja, a Vampire, or a Zombie to your story, it instantly becomes EVEN COOLER! Come watch as four panelist... one for each kind of character... come battle it out to determine which one is the BEST OF ALL! Be assured that hijinks WILL ensue


Sat 6:00 PM in Plaza V (Five) (1 hour)
WHY IS STEAMPUNK APPEALING? (432)
[Panelists: Christine Norris (mod), D.E. Christman, Jeff Mach, Theodore Krulik]
What is it about Steampunk that is capturing the imagination of so many people


Sun 11:00 AM in Plaza III (Three) (1 hour)
MY FAVORITE MUSIC TO CREATE ART BY (436)
[Panelists: Luke Stelmaszek (mod), L. W. (Lynn) Perkins, J. Andrew World, D.E. Christman]
Does it influence my art

New Art and Websites

I just updated Grendel's Den Design Studio with a list of new artwork and design projects, including this portrait of Jonathan Frost, which is one of three created for him:



You can visit the Art section to take a look at the larger version of this piece as well as the other two.

There's also the newly developed website Paradise Lost Tattoos and Body Piercing and a redesign for one of our long standing clients, Safari Anomalous.

As always, there's more projects in the pipeline almost ready to release into the wilds of the Internet, so be sure to check back.

GDDS at HorrorFind Weekend (Sept. 3 - 5)

Grendel's Den Design Studio will be vending at HorrorFind Weekend Convention, which takes place on September 3 to the 5 at the Wyndham Gettysburg in PA. Not only will there be the long list of horror guests (including many from the films Hellraiser and REPO! The Genetic Opera), but there's also the first ever HorrorFind Weekend film festival.


Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel
95 Presidential Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325
See site for details

Big GDDS Site Update

I just updated Grendel's Den Design Studio with a backlog of new artwork and design projects, including this new piece entitled DR. COGSWORTH AND THE CRYPT OF MYSTERY:



You can visit the Art section to take a look at the larger version, and the Store section to purchase an art print.

There's also new websites like Orpheé, new branding and print designs for Time Warp, and a list of new art prints available in the GDDS store.

And there's more projects in the pipeline almost ready to release into the wilds of the Internet, so be sure to check back.

GDDS At Steampunk World's Fair This Weekend

GDDS will be attending the Steampunk World's Fair, which takes place this weekend - Friday May 14th to Sunday May 16th. I'll have a table in the main vendor's room which is located on the main floor near the ball room, so be sure to come by and see the new artwork created just for this event. It's full of steamy goodness.


The Steampunk World's Fair
Radisson Hotel Piscataway-Somerset
21 Kingsbridge Road
Piscataway NJ 08854
See site for details