My name is Rudy Gutierrez and I am an artist. I’d like to show you how some of my paintings have been used and seen all over the world: as illustrations in children’s books, in magazines, on album covers, and on murals. My art has also illustrated guitars, clothing, and appeared in movies, store windows, and museums! Sometimes I will make art for one purpose, like a painting for a children’s book or a music album cover, and then it will get used for other things!
Spirit Seeker: John Coltrane's Musical Journey
This art was done for a children’s book about the life of the famous and great jazz musician John Coltrane, titled Spirit Seeker: John Coltrane's Musical Journey. It was written by the author Gary Golio and illustrated by me.
Later, the art for the children’s book was used in a film called Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary. My painting appeared on the movie poster, as well as the covers for the movie's DVD, CD, and music soundtrack!
Many people went to view the work!
A company called Western Union asked us to make a mural, art painted on an outdoor wall. Here's how I did it. First I made my drawing or sketch!
Then it was time to paint!
The finished painting was made into a print, which went onto the outside of the building and become a mural.
Many people went to see it and celebrated with balloons and music!
All images courtesy of Rudy Gutierrez
