WeDoInvites.com ….nearly :)
November 11th, 2009
This is my new logo and identity for WeDoInvites – a new venture that I’ve been planning to get started for a while. I’ve got a lot of work to do so in the meantime I’d be interested to hear if you had any experiences you wanted to share good or bad in buying invitations…
eg:
Did you easily find what you were looking for?
Were they good quality for the price you paid?
Could you buy them separately or were they in packs?
Where they reasonably priced?
Where did you buy them from?
….email your thoughts to info@WeDoInvites.com and I will reward you well when the site goes live in the new year :)
The Cloud Mixer Animation
October 13th, 2009
My latest flash animation : )
Prints of the orignal vector illustration are on sale now at Bristol Tobacco Factory…they will also be in my online shop in November as limited edition prints.
The Green exhibition is open!
October 2nd, 2009
My new ThemLot group exhibition opened in Bristol Tobacco Factory on Monday 5th and is open until 5th of November. The show is on the theme of GREEN and along with some the usual coloured suspects (crocodiles, caterpillars, a green Michael Jackson etc) I’ve been playing with the idea of mixing colours to make green. I can’t wait to see what the others have been up to so – when it’s all up and dazzling I’ll get my camera out and get the pics posted.
This is the centre piece to my collection in the show – a vector illustration called The Cloud Mixer and is a big AO print hot off the press today.
And my Catepillar painting which sits opposite a Toasty dog:
All work will be for sale and if you miss out I’ll be putting limited edition prints in my shop.
Palm Trees and Coconuts
August 17th, 2009
I recently returned from an amazing holiday in Croatia to this lovely drawing by Rowan from Bristol. Rowan had entered my Dot2Dot draw a couple of months ago and won a print of my Snow Leopard painting and asked for a picture so she could draw my portrait.
She surrounded me with palm trees and coconuts on a sunny beach because she thought I’d be happy there - and how right she was! A great way to beat the holiday blues. Thanks Rowan : )
DV8 review of Jofolio Exhibition
August 12th, 2009
Bristol’s DV8 Magazine reviewed my Jofolio exhibition and published it this month, better late than never! It’s a great little piece and Emily who came to the show loved one of my pieces so much that she bought a print, the original had sold (woop!).
I was going to add an extract but I think you should read it in all of it’s glory and check out the rest of the site for all of your Bristol needs :)
To read the review click here or there —>
The Pillow Monster – animation
August 8th, 2009
I found this animation while clearing out my old mac, me and my friend Jade made this about 4 years ago with a massive hangover, a couple of pillows, a very special toy and some paper.
The Pillow Monster from Jo Conlon on Vimeo.
Total Science, Bristol, 21 August
August 4th, 2009
Shoot the Freak are busy preparing for their next night in Bristol and have revealed their new flyers featuring my illustrations:
I toned down the freak style this time as Total Science are real people who appear to be lacking in the freakish qualities I enjoy drawing.
If these are not enough for you and fancy seeing the Oxford duo in the flesh, get yourself to The Croft in Bristol on Friday, 21 August.
^ Click the image above for more info/tickets/fb ^
Rusty and Showcase London
July 13th, 2009
A big thanks to Scottoons who gave me permission to paint his amazing sculpture of Rusty the robot. It featured in my exhibition with Showcase London along side a couple of new pieces and a few old favourites. A big thanks to everyone who made it to the show I’ll add some pics from the night soon…in the meantime here’s Rusty:
You can see the original in all it’s glory here
Latest Portrait Commission
July 13th, 2009
Just a quick one showing my latest Portrait Commission. I was forced to overcome my detail demons and got stuck into some embroidery, folding fabrics, veils, tiara’s, pin stripes and if all that wasn’t enough hands…2 of them! Despite all the obstacles I really enjoyed painting this piece and it could bookmark the end of extreme close-ups, people are more than just pretty faces after all : )
The feedback:
“Just wanted to say thanks once again for doing such a great job, We are both absolutely delighted with the painting, and the more we look at it the more we love it! I can’t believe you did such a great painting so quickly!!! I totally recommend you to anyone looking to commission you or buy anything from you…they won’t be disappointed!”
~ Dave C, Portrait commission, June 2009
Showcase London Launch
July 1st, 2009
On Wednesday 8th July I will be exhibiting with a group of artists at Cafe1001 in Bricklane, London. The show is organised by Showcase London so if you are in town next week pop by and say hello.
I’ll be showing a collection of paintings, illustrations and graphic design, which includes: chubby birds, big cats and a box of gold.
All artwork will be for sale but you only have one chance as the show is on for one night only! The exhibition is FREE and opens at 5.30pm until 11.30pm and yes, there is a bar : )
Here’s a little preview of one of the pieces:
Enamel, ink and acrylic on wood, sealed with a protective coat of UV resistant matt varnish
3′ x 3′ x 2″ deep
Green Preview
June 16th, 2009
I’ve just been working on the flyer for Themlot’s October Art Exhibition in Bristol and thought I’d share the excitement with you. It’s in the same venue (The Tobacco Factory) as my solo show and after the fantastic response I received I’m over the moon to be going back en masse : )
Bristols favourite new DJs Shoot The Freak will be playing the preview night and all work exhibited will be under the theme of GREEN and more importantly for sale.
More info to follow when we’ve worked it all out, and erm, made some work!
Back on the wall!
May 12th, 2009
I’ve been asked again by Wall Blank to provide a new artwork for their affordable art website. You See It Too! is currently available in three different print sizes until Tuesday 19th May.
The last piece I displayed there was ‘Share‘ which currently sits in the Vault
Shoot the Freak
April 15th, 2009
Finally! My darker drawings have been embraced by a Bristol group who are starting a new music night called ‘Shoot the Freak’. It opens at the Croft on 22nd May with Dj Zen and has great promise for a lot of summer fun. My cheeky characters are on the flyer below and can be seen in all their glory in my gallery.
Have a nose at the line up and join the facebook group here.
Party for Palestine
March 14th, 2009
On Friday 20th March a fundraising event is taking part in Bristol’s Cube cinema to raise money for registered palestinian charities and create greater awareness and understanding of the situation in Gaza.
‘A night of entertainment with a serious cause at heart, this event is the brainchild of a diverse selection of musicians, artists, poets, speakers and storytellers….’
Tickets cost £10 for an evening of music, performance and cake, plus one lucky person could win a portrait commission which I have donated to the cause : )
For more information click the poster below or contact: rasha@partyforpalestine.info
Jofolio Success!
March 2nd, 2009
After what seems to have been the fastest month ever, I took the Jofolio exhibition down from the Tobacco Factory walls this morning. I’d like to thank everyone for their support especially those who made it to the preview night despite the severe weather warnings plus big shout out to Kevin J Conlon for making endless frames!
I sold out in the main bar and have had many print requests plus a portrait commission to put the icing on the cake.
Here are a few photo’s of the exhibition and preview night and watch this space as I may be back with Them Lot in the summer…
Ps the Dot2Dot Prize Draw is open until the end of March : )
Grime Time MC workshop
February 20th, 2009
Kev Howlett is at it again with his free music worshops for local (Gloucestershire) school kids. After having fantastic success with his ‘Bandit’ rock workshops over the last few years Kev has decided it is time for the MC’s out there to hit the stage.
The kids will get the opportunity to learn how to rhyme, write lyrics, record, scratch and create lighting and visuals with the help of local talent and will perform the results live on stage on day 3.
Kev asked me to produce the posters/flyers for Grime Time and here is the finished piece:
If you need any more information or would like to take part please call Kev Howlett: 07917753747.
Moving Pictures
February 12th, 2009
Talented designer Felix Corke has breathed life into my ‘Guns Shoot Bullets’ drawing with this brilliant animation:
also, admire his gorgeous Blackspike igoogle theme : )
Join the celebs on canvas
February 4th, 2009
Bristol’s answer to Creative Review featured a great bit of promo for my ‘Jofolio’ exhibition. The article was in Bristol Evening Post’s ‘Crackerjack’ on Jan 29th 2009 and sat snuggly next to Elton John’s big face and his ticket competition.
Click to enlarge
Dot2Dot Prize Draw!
January 13th, 2009
To celebrate my new exhibition in the Tobacco Factory in Bristol (February 2nd – 28th) I have launched a Dot2Dot competition.
Join the dots and win one of four prizes…
Go to joconlon.com/draw for more information
Pollyloves EP Launch
January 10th, 2009
If you are in Cheltenham on January 22nd GO check out Polly Hills at The Beehive. Polly is launching her brand new EP and website and will be singing her heart out for YOU. For a sample of her sweet sounds click on the link below and peruse her lovely new website:
Bristol Art Exhibition in February
January 4th, 2009
I finally have enough work to fill the enormous exhibition space in the Tobacco Factory in Bristol. I will be occupying the wall space and the side room for the whole of February and will be having a preview evening on Wednesday 4th from 7pm, all are welcome!
All artwork will be for sale and will be a mix of paintings, illustration, graphic design and photography. Prices start from £20.
Venue details here
Please contact me for any further information!
Click image to enlarge
Kerrygold Advent Calendar illustrations
December 1st, 2008
I took part in a great project at work designing and illustrating Kerrygold’s Christmas Pure Moments Advent Calendar which can be downloaded as a screensaver or viewed online.
Limited edition screenprints available for one week only!
November 6th, 2008
I was invited to offer ‘Share’ for one week only as a set of limited edition prints for US company wallblank.com
These great value screenprints are avaliable in 2 different sizes but if you want one you have to be quick because they will be gone by Friday 14th Nov.
Perhaps a christmas present for someone o_O wink wink nudge nudge?
Bandit 4 25-27th October
October 8th, 2008
After the success of last year’s rock workshop Kev Howlett asked if I’d produce this years artwork…
And here’s the deal: ‘Go and see fresh, new acts from the Bandit workshops where students from local schools get together to be creative in writing and performing songs. To apply for the three day workshop please contact Kevin Howlett on 0791 7753747 or email kevin@longtrainride.co.uk’
The Great Rip Up – Design Competition
October 6th, 2008
I’ve been working on a great project at work this summer designing a competition and a website for RIPS which is now open for entries…
The winner gets their design printed on over 200k RIPS boxes and a cash prize. Unfortunately I am not eligible to win so I am very happy to share it with you: www.thegreatripup.co.uk. I think you should all get your crayons out and have a go! All designs will be featured in The Showroom.
The original campervan photograph was taken by David Emery…you can see his work here
Them Lot Exhibition – Urban Outfitters: Bristol
September 25th, 2008
We (Them Lot) were invited by Urban Outfitters to put on an exhibition to celebrate their new store which opens in Bristol today.The show is called BLACK + WHITE and features black and white prints from the group.
I went along last night to hang the show (with a lot of help from my bro – thanks for the lift!) and took a few snaps on my dodgy camera phone, I’ll post better photographs when I go back on Sunday…
Nearly there and on the radio!
September 24th, 2008
Welcome to the world of JoConlon.com!
The site needs a little more love and the shop needs to be loaded but it’s nearly there thanks to Felix’s good work.
Lovely Faye Hatcher from BBC Radio Glos came out to sunny Stonehouse yesterday for a little interview on my work and the art scene in the Stroud area, I’m sure I sounded highly intelligent and articulate so listen out for it next week…
Grafik Magazine at New Designers
July 9th, 2008
I was invited via YCN to go along and do some live drawing for Grafik’s stand at this years New Designers event. There were a handful of illustrators who took part to draw willing visitors on a postcard which was then sent on to them after the event.
Grafik will be publishing some of the drawings in their next issue which will be focusing on illustration…
Confessions: Them Lot Exhibition in Bristol
April 4th, 2008
Them Lot’s exhibition in Birmingham’s Custard Factory in March was so successful that we have been invited by Here Shop and Gallery to bring the the show to Bristol. The Gallery is small but very cosy, no wall will be left untouched. The show is up until the 28th April.
Below is a small, poor quality copy of the review that was published in Metro Newspaper on April 10th 2008. My painting of ‘I used to be a woman’ was used to illustrate the piece and if you squint you may be able to read it!
