Archive for July, 2010

Ryan August – RIP

Jul 15th

So, a huge supporter of my work and artists in general passed away the other day. His name was Ryan August.

Ryan created and ran the website and zine I WANT YOUR SKULL.

Ryan was a helluva guy, an awesome daddy, husband and artist. He died in a car accident. Thankfully, his little son who was also in the car, survived with just a few scratches. Ryan died on impact.

Ryan sent me a package of stuff a few days before he passed away. I was too wrapped up in my own life drama to call him or send him a simple thank you.

This whole thing has hit me VERY hard.

I’m not posting this for sympathy or for comforting pats on the back.

I’m posting this because Ryan was awesome.

He loved art and loved supporting and encouraging artists. Genuine people like that are rare. At least to me they are.

I’ve been in a severe funk and pretty depressed since I found out. My emotions are a run-away roller coaster right now. Soo bummed that his little son will have to grow up without the support of his awesome daddy in his life.

Aside from the obvious, his family could most likely use some financial assistance. They just found out yesterday that his wife and son’s insurance will be discontinued, because they were covered by Ryan’s policy at his job. Like they need any more troubles…. My heart goes out to his family.

Anyway, go look at Ryan’s work, his website and zine. He ruled.

http://www.iwantyourskull.com/
http://www.ryanaugust.com/
http://www.gigposters.com/forums/anything-goes/151257-ryan-august-rip.html

Also, for the next month, 100% of the proceeds (minus shipping) when you buy one of my pinstriped skull art prints (originally seen in I WANT YOUR SKULL #5) will all be sent to Ryan’s family. Please tell your friends.