Welcome
My name is Killbuck and I am a freelance artist, graphic artist, cartoonist, illustrator and maker of custom Steampunk hats, costumes, accessories, specialized props and fabrications. My painting work focuses on classic sideshow banners and other forms of show art. I'm based out of the Reno, Carson City, Tahoe region. I invite you to browse my site, see my works, and to contact me regarding your interests and artistic needs.
Contact information:
Email: killbuck25@gmail.com
Phone: 775-220-4220
Contact information:
Email: killbuck25@gmail.com
Phone: 775-220-4220
News from the artist- Dec 2020
So how's 2020 working out for you? Well, suffice to say, it's been a weird one. Lots of shows lost bookings and that has postponed a lot of banner work I was going to do until 2021. I sincerely that these shows can find the ways and means to get through.
I did not lose all commission opportunities however. I have completed work for Hellzapoppin Circus Sideshow, a few independent performers as well as a vintage circus operation in Australia. Small jobs continue to come in, and for that I am thankful.
In the Spring of 2020, the building where my studio space was located was sold. Since then, I have been working out of the much more cramped space at home. In Jan 2021, it is expected that I will begin a gradual move in to our new space and I can again set up for large canvas work.
Beginning in January, I will have some small pieces in a statewide artist's exhibit at the Reno-Tahoe Airport.
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Shameless self promotion Department: Oct 26 2019, I was on the KNPB Ch 5 (PBS) series Arteffects. The content will be shared with around 60 national PBS stations for their local arts programming.
See my recent appearance of the PBS-Reno series ARTEFFECTS. Look for episode 407: www.knpb.org/arteffects/
I invite you to check out a selection of art and home products using many of my designs, that you can order at Society6: https://society6.com/kostoomarts
Check out my artist profile from The Generator:
https://generatingart.wordpress.com/2017/04/11/killbuck/?fbclid=IwAR0HCTdYw2rzevCNjJe5y3jiW-WJGARQvbbAqnS36N1qlezXO1pIUVcfpF4
Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your viewing.
So how's 2020 working out for you? Well, suffice to say, it's been a weird one. Lots of shows lost bookings and that has postponed a lot of banner work I was going to do until 2021. I sincerely that these shows can find the ways and means to get through.
I did not lose all commission opportunities however. I have completed work for Hellzapoppin Circus Sideshow, a few independent performers as well as a vintage circus operation in Australia. Small jobs continue to come in, and for that I am thankful.
In the Spring of 2020, the building where my studio space was located was sold. Since then, I have been working out of the much more cramped space at home. In Jan 2021, it is expected that I will begin a gradual move in to our new space and I can again set up for large canvas work.
Beginning in January, I will have some small pieces in a statewide artist's exhibit at the Reno-Tahoe Airport.
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Shameless self promotion Department: Oct 26 2019, I was on the KNPB Ch 5 (PBS) series Arteffects. The content will be shared with around 60 national PBS stations for their local arts programming.
See my recent appearance of the PBS-Reno series ARTEFFECTS. Look for episode 407: www.knpb.org/arteffects/
I invite you to check out a selection of art and home products using many of my designs, that you can order at Society6: https://society6.com/kostoomarts
Check out my artist profile from The Generator:
https://generatingart.wordpress.com/2017/04/11/killbuck/?fbclid=IwAR0HCTdYw2rzevCNjJe5y3jiW-WJGARQvbbAqnS36N1qlezXO1pIUVcfpF4
Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your viewing.
Recent Show July 2018
Recent Projects/Shows
Last year's poster:
My poster design concept for the June 2017 production at the Lear Theater, Reno
Recent Show
I'm pleased to report that I won "Best of Show" at this year's ART BLAST show, Reno Nevada. This annual show at the McKinley Art and Culture Center is presented by Sierra Arts and the City of Reno.
Mural Makeover
Recently I gave my 2013 mural for the Melting Pot a make over. Keep it fresh- new center image based on their logo. The Melting Pot is an anchor business of Reno's vibrant Midtown District.
Recently I gave my 2013 mural for the Melting Pot a make over. Keep it fresh- new center image based on their logo. The Melting Pot is an anchor business of Reno's vibrant Midtown District.
Current (in progress) Project: "Steampunk Saloon at the Morris"
Using a variety of reclaimed and repurposed materials, I am gradually transforming the bar, and the room as a whole, into The Steampunk Saloon at the Morris.
The Bannerline Project, Burning Man 2015
This project resulted in 34 hand painted full size banners. Nearly 350 linear feet, or 2,110 square feet.
Recent gallery views
Banners are a specialty
http://www.sideshowworld.com/73-Art-G1/2013/Killbuck/Art.html
Nevada Museum of Art- Honest Abe's Imagination Celebration.. Nov 1 2014
I built a time machine! This was used as a stage set piece during the evening event for the performer "Shovelman".
In addition, I set up 6 art display areas, and created the main illustration for the event promotion.
Other recent shows, exhibits and events:
--Reno Art Works, December 2014 solo show- December 8-31st. Reception, Dec 19 at 7 pm. 1995 Dickerson Road, Reno NV.
--Steampunk Expo, Reno 2014
http://www.rgj.com/videos/news/2014/07/19/12902553/
--Artown Reno 24 hour Mural Marathon, July 2014. Wow! I took First Place!
http://www.rgj.com/story/news/2014/07/14/strong-man-mural-takes-first-artown-contest/12655379/
May 12, 2013: High Desert Steam Expo, vendor-exhibitor, Sparks NV.
May 24-27 2013: Clockwork Alchemy - Artist's Gallery exhibitor. San Jose CA.
June 8 - Sept 8:2013: "Steampunk- Gagets, Art and Costumes" Exhibit, Oshkosh Public Museum, Oshkosh WI
June 13- 16 2013 NadaDada Motel, Reno NV
Sept 14, 2013: Victorian Steampunk Ball, Virginia City NV
October 2013- January 2014-- Steampunk: The Exquisite Adventure. Scottsdale Public Arts, Scottsdale AZ. http://www.scottsdalepublicart.org/temporary-art/exhibitions/steampunk-the-exquisite-adventure/February 14, Feb 2014: University of Nevada Reno, Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery- Heart Art show and auction.
May 9-11, 2014 HauntX- Circus Circus Hotel Casino, Reno Nevada
July 2014- Sreampunk Expo, Reno NV
Art Room, Morris Burner Hotel, Reno. Room 210- "The Rabbit Hole"
May 24-27 2013: Clockwork Alchemy - Artist's Gallery exhibitor. San Jose CA.
June 8 - Sept 8:2013: "Steampunk- Gagets, Art and Costumes" Exhibit, Oshkosh Public Museum, Oshkosh WI
June 13- 16 2013 NadaDada Motel, Reno NV
Sept 14, 2013: Victorian Steampunk Ball, Virginia City NV
October 2013- January 2014-- Steampunk: The Exquisite Adventure. Scottsdale Public Arts, Scottsdale AZ. http://www.scottsdalepublicart.org/temporary-art/exhibitions/steampunk-the-exquisite-adventure/February 14, Feb 2014: University of Nevada Reno, Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery- Heart Art show and auction.
May 9-11, 2014 HauntX- Circus Circus Hotel Casino, Reno Nevada
July 2014- Sreampunk Expo, Reno NV
Art Room, Morris Burner Hotel, Reno. Room 210- "The Rabbit Hole"
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How cool! I wom 1st place in the 2014 Artown 24 Hour Mural marathon- Reno!
