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Candykiller on TTP: New Artist Spotlight

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 | By: Megan

Candykiller aka Brian Taylor is a jack of all trades of lowbrow proportions. From illustrations to stuffed animals, Candykiller adds a demented twist to the cartoons, toys, comics, and more of our youth. The name “candykiller” itself defines the genius behind this Scottish artist’s aesthetic – sweet, nostalgic, vintage as well as dirty, cynical, and [...]


Artist of the Week: Masayoshi Mizuho

Monday, August 29th, 2011 | By: Megan

At Thumbtack Press our artists’ personalities make us unique. That’s why we’re opening the Thumbtack Press vault and sharing more about these talented and unique characters with our loyal patrons. From uncomfortably personal interviews to tabloid-esque exposeés you’ll find something interesting to come back and read each and every week. This week’s featured artist is [...]


The Weekly Art Grab

Friday, August 26th, 2011 | By: Megan

Love authentic, thought provoking art as much as we do? You’re in the right place. Each week we’re giving away a framed print from our curated collection. Entering is as simple as two clicks: All you have to do is follow Thumbtack Press on Twitter and then click here to tweet the contest. We’ll randomly [...]


Flower Child by Chris Lyles

Thursday, August 25th, 2011 | By: Barry

One of our latest art additions provides a dose of botanical bliss before Falls kicks into gear. Flower Child by Chris Lyles was inspired by a love for gardens. We love this piece for the bright colors and textured style embodied in much of Chris’ work. If you feel the same way we do try [...]


Joby Cummings on TTP: New Artist Spotlight

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011 | By: Megan

Thumbtack Press welcomes Joby Cummings in our inaugural “New Artist Spotlight” post. Check back every Wednesday and get to know the newest artists that contribute to our hand-picked collection of affordable art. Where even to begin? Joby is certainly an original dude, and that’s why we love him. His upbringing is as unique as his tattoo-themed art. Don’t be surprised if you see one of [...]


Artist of the Week: Heiko Windisch

Monday, August 22nd, 2011 | By: Megan

At Thumbtack Press our artists’ personalities make us unique. That’s why we’re opening the Thumbtack Press vault and sharing more about these talented and unique characters with our loyal patrons. From uncomfortably personal interviews to tabloid-esque exposeés you’ll find something interesting to come back and read each and every week. This week’s featured artist is [...]


The Weekly Art Grab

Friday, August 19th, 2011 | By: Megan

Love authentic, thought provoking art as much as we do? You’re in the right place. Each week we’re giving away a framed print from our curated collection. Entering is as simple as two clicks: All you have to do is follow Thumbtack Press on Twitter and then click here to tweet the contest. We’ll randomly [...]


Artist of the Week: Raudiel Sañudo

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 | By: Megan

At Thumbtack Press our artists’ personalities make us unique. That’s why we’re opening the Thumbtack Press vault and sharing more about these talented and unique characters with our loyal patrons. From uncomfortably personal interviews to tabloid-esque exposeés you’ll find something interesting to come back and read each and every week. This week’s featured artist is [...]


The Weekly Art Grab

Friday, August 12th, 2011 | By: Megan

Love authentic, thought provoking art as much as we do? You’re in the right place. Each week we’re giving away a framed print from our curated collection. Entering is as simple as two clicks: All you have to do is follow Thumbtack Press on Twitter and then click here to tweet the contest. We’ll randomly [...]


Building An Authentic, Affordable Art Community

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011 | By: Barry

Building a community around our hand-selected group of artists isn’t an easy feat. It takes significant time and energy to engage in the conversation and to make sure you can quickly connect with us in the digital outlets you prefer. In many ways it’s one of the most important elements of a modern day website. [...]


Artist of the Week: Paul Blow

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011 | By: Megan

At Thumbtack Press our artists’ personalities make us unique. That’s why we’re opening the Thumbtack Press vault and sharing more about these talented and unique characters with our loyal patrons. From uncomfortably personal interviews to tabloid-esque exposeés you’ll find something interesting to come back and read each and every week. This week’s featured artist is [...]


The Weekly Art Grab

Friday, August 5th, 2011 | By: Megan

Love authentic, thought provoking art as much as we do? You’re in the right place. Each week we’re giving away a framed print from our curated collection. Entering is as simple as two clicks: All you have to do is follow Thumbtack Press on Twitter and then click here to tweet the contest. We’ll randomly [...]


Up On The Wall with Barry Friedland

Thursday, August 4th, 2011 | By: Barry

When I started working on concepts for a new website for Thumbtack Press, my research had me coming up empty handed for true innovation in the online art space. I wanted to create something revolutionary that would help our customers discover great art and feel a part of a community of like-minded art enthusiasts, passionate [...]


Artist of the Week: Quincy Sutton

Monday, August 1st, 2011 | By: Megan

At Thumbtack Press our artists’ personalities make us unique. That’s why we’re opening the Thumbtack Press vault and sharing more about these talented and unique characters with our loyal patrons. From uncomfortably personal interviews to tabloid-esque exposeés you’ll find something interesting to come back and read each and every week. This week’s featured artist is [...]