It was a spectacular lineup of paintings for the show. Glad you were able to make it.Michael Whelan.
I cried.
It was beautiful. I still can’t believe I was right there with the Crimson King.
An Evening with Michael Whelan
Thursday, May 18, 2017, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the UCR Special Collections and University Archives, Rivera Library, 900 University Ave.
Free
Join us for Michael Whelan in conversation with JJ Jacobson of the Eaton Collection of Science Fiction and fantasy. The Eaton Collection is one of the world’s largest, richest, and deepest collections of science fiction, fantasy, horror, utopian literature, and related genres. The Collection originated with the personal library of Dr. J. Lloyd Eaton, which was acquired by the UCR Library in 1969.
This free-wheeling conversation and extensive Q&A session is sure to delight fans of science fiction, fantasy, illustration, and Michael’s artwork.
Source: riversideartmuseum.org
RAM :: Beyond Science Fiction | The Art of Michael Whelan
Exhibition: February 11 - May 25, 2017
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 11, 2017, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Beyond Science Fiction is the world premiere exhibition of major works by artist Michael Whelan. This interactive show will transport you to distant worlds and alternate realities, both familiar and fantastic.
Whelan is one of the world’s premier painters of imaginative realism. For 40 years, he has created book and album covers for authors and musicians like Isaac Asimov, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, Anne MacCaffrey, Robert Heinlein, Melanie Rawn, Michael Moorcock, the Jacksons, and Meatloaf. His clients have included every major U.S. book publisher, CBS Records, the Franklin Mint, and many more.
As the most honored artist in Science Fiction, Whelan has won an unprecedented 15 Hugo Awards, three World Fantasy Awards, and 13 Chesleys from the Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artists. The readers of Locus Magazine have named him Best Professional Artist 30 times in their annual poll and the Spectrum Annual of the Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art named him a Grand Master in 2004. Other noteworthy awards include a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators, a Grumbacher Gold Medal, and the Solstice Award from the Science Fiction Writers of America.
In 2009, he was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame, which includes such luminaries as H.G. Wells, Philip K. Dick, Gene Roddenbury, H.R. Giger, Octavia E. Butler, and Ursula K. Le Guin.
BEYOND SCIENCE FICTION — KICKSTARTER NOW LIVE
Michael Whelan will be mounting a major exhibition at the Riverside Art Museum in California, runnning from February to May 2017. Baby Tattoo Books is publishing the show catalogue as an art book.
Here’s a highlight of Kickstarter rewards now available:
- Digital Art Book - $5
- Postcard Set - $10
Set of 10 4" x 6" Full Color Postcards - Softcover Art Book - $25
Choose from 2 Covers + Postcards - 2 Softcover Set - $45
Both Covers + Postcards - Limited Edition Hardcover - $60
Choose from 2 Covers + Signed Mini Print + Postcards - 2 LE Hardcover Set - $100
Both Hardcovers + Signed Mini Print + Postcards - LE Hardcover & Giclée Set - $179
Both Hardcovers + Signed Mini Print + Postcards
+ Giclée Art Print of “In a World of Her Own” - Original Art + Book Set - Starting at $900
Original Art of your Choice (See Above)
+ Both Hardcovers + Signed Mini Print + Postcards
+ Giclée Art Print of “In a World of Her Own” - VIP Party & Preview Invitation - $450+
Party Invation (2) + Surprise Gift + Both Hardcovers
+ Giclée Art Print of “In a World of Her Own”
+ Signed Mini Print + Postcards
Please help us support and promote the Kickstarter campaign at: http://alternativerealism.com/
WHELAN RETROSPECTIVE IN RIVERSIDE CALIFORNIA OPENS FEBRUARY 2017
Escape to thought-provoking realms in a major Michael Whelan exhibition opening at the Riverside Art Museum in February 2017. “Beyond Science Fiction” features 50+ masterpieces from the storied career of a modern master.
Michael Whelan’s pop-culture-defining imagery has undoubtedly influenced many of the top illustrators working today. But his deeply personal work simultaneously resonates with sophisticated art collectors.
“Beyond Science Fiction” offers a unique opportunity to view both his illustration and personal works side by side in a breathtaking show curated by Bob Self of Baby Tattoo Books.
Come join us in celebrating work from an artist whose accomplishments are unrivaled in his field.
FIRST NEW ART BOOK IN 20 YEARS—KICKSTARTER BEGINS MONDAY
To commemorate the exhibition, Baby Tattoo Books will be publishing a collector’s edition of the show catalogue, a 104 page full color art book available in both softcover and hardcover.
A Kickstarter campaign for Beyond Science Fiction: the Alternative Realism of Michael Whelan, launches Monday November 21 at 3PM EST.
Pledge your support, select from two different covers for your copy of the book, receive cool rewards, and even have your name printed in the book’s acknowledgements. Bob and Michael are offering many other rewards including original paintings shown at the exhibition!
Get updates as the Kickstarter campaign goes live at: http://alternativerealism.com/
