Model Robot

moving...

2011-03-11T00:00:00.005Z

So this little robo-blog will be moving http://modelrobot.com/ on Wordpress where everything should be rolled into one tidy place, hopefully featuring more updates, where everything will be wonderful ..and we can all happily live in a yellow submarine forever and ever etc etc...

Model Robot

Is it a Potato?

2011-02-11T09:59:00.000Z

.or maybe Lemony..?

So, we've been playing with our balls again, meta-balls that is...as featured in this short clip from 'some visuals' we've been producing...C4D, After Effects...a little bit of fairy dust, a few particles and there you go!

More atmospheric potato to come..maybe, if allowed :(

Barclays 100 Voices Intro

2011-01-12T00:01:00.003Z

80's style intro, straps and graphics for the Barclays 100 Voices show, featuring Dave Benson Phillips and his gunge tank for that added air of authenticity...think 'Saved By The Bell, Wide Awake club etc etc...quick turn-around (aren't they always!) on this fun job!

Barclays_100 Voices intro from Model Robot on Vimeo.

Model Robot Icon Illustration

2010-06-22T18:39:00.004+01:00

Been working on some Model Robot 'icon' illustrations...as above...more to come as and when...

You got mail...

2010-03-31T12:37:00.003+01:00

Time and tide wait for no man so it's back to the blog post with a 3D illo for my mail page. Been re-jigging the website inbetween work so more to come...

It's like New Year already...

2010-01-14T11:50:00.003Z

Well we're back, battling through the snow from our various Christmas activities (food...drink...hunting etc...) and we're already 'hard at it'. Received some wonderful spam emails, though unfortunately not this one from Mother.:(

http://www.givingisglorious.com/ Hey Ho!

Full Sack

2009-12-16T15:54:00.003Z

Creepy ol' Santa spy's on some festive fun and frolics in this Model Robot xmas card.

Sure to warm the cockles of your heart!

p.s-you can view a larger version here at my vimeo page: http://www.vimeo.com/8216126

Merry Xmas 2009

2009-12-15T14:53:00.011Z

Well, it's almost time to curl up in front of a roaring fire and prepare for the film/booze/food-fest that is Christmas!

Personally I'm looking forward to watching Pete's Dragon and the Wizard Of Oz (or listen to the Wozard!) yet again.

I am also hoping someone (are you listening BFI?) re-releases 'Can Heironymous Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?' by and starring the wonderful Anthony Newly alongside his then wife Joan Collins...a lost gem...

So wrap up warm,strap on the snow boots, take a deep breath and tuck in!

Merry Christmas to one and all!

Model Robot Vimeo

2009-11-24T14:04:00.005Z

Here at Model Robot we've joined the gang at Vimeo, so if you head on over there you'll be able to check out past works including Psaap,Alfie,Nickelodeon and much more...we'll dig out more stuff to post as and when and probably be lining up youtube, facebook and the rest shortly...

http://www.vimeo.com/modelrobot

A little Halloween treat, The Mummy.

2009-10-29T15:21:00.004Z

I must say that Universal's 1932 production of 'The Mummy' featuring Boris Karloff is one of my very favourite Universal horror's...well it's a toss up between that and 'The Invisible Man'. Don't know how many times I've watched them or how many times I will watch them but never a moment wasted spent in their magnificent company!

So this is my little homage to The Mummy,Karloff and all things horror. So for Halloween, get wrapped up and have a good one!

Preggers-Animation

2009-10-19T14:25:00.004+01:00

The Film4Folkestone premiere by Strange Cargo took place last week and among the films featured was 'Preggers' by Model Robot. A subtle animation dealing with the sensitive issue of young mothers in Folkestone. The film focuses on the struggle to get by and do one's best in the face of negativity.

The other three films featured were 'Welcome To Folkestone' by Brad Purnell, Folkestone Folk by Alex Estrella and Process No.18 by Philip M. Lane. The screening also featured filmed documentary introductions by Gerry Kelly and animated links provided by Andy Clift.

Future screenings will take place at Georges House Gallery between Saturday 31st October and Saturday 7th November. Screening times will vary so please check website for details near the time or call 01303 244533.

A DVD featuring all four films will be available at some point in the future also.

Preggers

2009-09-16T13:40:00.007+01:00

Here are stills from our upcoming project 'Preggers'. A short film about Folkestone and the high numbers of teenage pregnacies there. Featuring interviews with local residents the film spins a more positive vibe on an often demonized section of society.

There will be a screening along with three other films at The Quarter House,Tontine Street, Folkestone on Thursday the 8th Oct. 6pm.

IDN 15th Anniversary edition

2009-08-25T13:54:00.002+01:00

It's been awhile in coming, but is worth the wait for the 15th anniversary edition of IDN magazine, which features (amongst many other's!) Model Robot.

If you're not familier with IDN it's a multi-discipline publication based in Hong Kong that has been a constant source of inspiration and quality since inception. We're very proud to be a part of the celebrations!

IDN Model Robot

IDN

Sitting On The Dock...-Sad Sac's

2009-08-24T18:31:00.002+01:00

In the middle of the holiday season where better to be than down by the dock of the bay...

Model Robot T-Shirts,Tote Bags and Badges at Kiosk Kiosk this sunday!

2009-07-23T16:23:00.011+01:00

That's right, this sunday I'll be down at Kiosk Kiosk on the South Bank with Monty for her free workshops (that's right, you heard me-free!) and we'll be selling these Model Robot tees,totes and badges alongside a fine range of Monty books, jewelry,toy's,artworks and much more...come say hello, and if it's really hot, perhaps we'll pop off for a pint!

Yarn Fowards-Beach Hat.

2009-07-16T16:15:00.007+01:00

Taken in the south of France, here are three of my photographs of the loverly Claire Montgomerie (Monty) modelling her creation 'Beach Hat' for Yarn Forwards magazine, August edition, out now.

Kiosk Kiosk

2009-07-14T10:20:00.005+01:00

Model Robot will be selling T-Shirts,Tote Bags, Badges and other 'stuff!' alongside Monty at Kiosk Kiosk on 26th/27th of August. Part of the Design museum's 'Super Contemporary' event, Kiosk Kiosk is set up by Wayne Hemingway through Hemingway design and will run through June-September 2009 on the South Bank, London.

The Kiosk itself is pretty cool and it should be fun couple of days...let's hope it's as sunny as the launch day!

P.s-Monty will be hosting free Knitting and Crochet workshops at the Kiosk on the 26th of July, so head on down and check it out.

Gravity is not for me...

2009-07-13T17:29:00.003+01:00

Been at bit slack with the sack so here's my take on Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation...

Escape From Planet X-Illustration

2009-07-06T14:06:00.005+01:00

Space is still deep...but not so much so if you're into 50's/60's 'trash' sci-fi...as I am...can't keep those images of Barbarella too far from my mind.

This is a production illustration for a possible short animation/comic entitled 'Leaving Orbit'...very early stages as yet, but the script/story is complete.

4th July Pics, American Trilogy-Nashville

2009-07-04T13:44:00.005+01:00

So it's the fourth of July (celebrate America!) and I've dug these three pics out from my American adventures, this time in Nashville. This was a pretty cool truck and the sticker on the back topped it off of me as a piece of Americana.

I'll get more photography online via flicker or some such at some point...

New Model Robot Website

2009-06-25T12:52:00.002+01:00

The new Model Robot website is now offically 'up'...featuring new illustrations, bit's of my ongoing comic strip 'Adam Adami', various 'life drawings' and more!...check it out at your leisure....

hmmm...don't know how long i can keep this up-Sad Sac's

2009-06-09T13:58:00.004+01:00

I love football me...football and Pataphysics...

Smash and Grab-Ellesse

2009-06-03T15:43:00.006+01:00

You may well have seen this little chap (well, his face) around and about on various icons I use etc,etc,see right...well he's taken from this illo for the Ellesse 50th anniversary comp.

Check out the details here...

http://www.ellesse.com/

I Am A Rock-Gordon Brown Illustration

2009-05-29T12:11:00.003+01:00

...caught between a hard place and Gordon Brown...

I've been producing quite a few political illustrations/cartoons recently, the first post of which is of our beloved leader, Mr Gordon Brown, time for another purge of the Labour party...I suspect...

Sad Sac's posting here now...

2009-05-21T17:00:00.012+01:00

I'm going to be posting further sad sac's cartoon's, news and strips on this Model Robot blog as of now...too much monkey business with the other!

'Life isn't much but there's nothing else to do'

2009-05-12T13:56:00.006+01:00

Life and observational drawing in general is pretty much a constant throughout my work, both personal and through Model Robot. It gives a grounding to my practice that at times can all too easily be swallowed up in computer soft and hardware.

It is also fantastic exercise for the underdeveloped muscle...

Eyes Right

2009-04-03T11:04:00.003+01:00

'Eyes Right' illustration, detail.

April-Paul Steel

2009-03-17T12:02:00.011Z

The video for the single April by Paul Steel,featuring wonderful puppets made by the wonderful Claire Montgomerie:Monty. http://www.montyknits.blogspot.com/

Some of the other videos for the EP can be found here at Passion Pictures:

http://www.passion-pictures.com/flash.html#page=p1

Paul Steel can be found here

http://www.paulsteelmusic.co.uk/

Mike Heron.

2009-03-04T17:18:00.008Z

We were fortunate enough to see the superb Mike Heron at the Kalamazoo Club in Crouch End, North London on 10th October 2008, this reminded me of a wonderful, warm evening we had there...more please!

2009-02-25T13:53:00.005Z

...a little help from your friends...and mine too!

2009-02-06T17:11:00.004Z

Sadly, Lux Interior of the Cramps has died. Here is my tribute and link to a clip of the band.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7RVymaTMkc

2008-12-15T18:30:00.002Z

Wonder what Santa's got in his sack for me this year..?

Boy-Toy?

2008-08-28T18:51:00.006+01:00

A quick(ie) glimpse at our new series of characters, provisionally entitled-Boy-Toy!

Keep your eyes peeled as these little fellers should be coming your way very soon...ooo matron, take them away!

April-Paul Steel

2008-06-17T14:30:00.005+01:00

Work is well on the way with the new Paul Steel promo-'April', for Parlophone records. It's an ambitious project with ten promo's being comissioned from various directors in a variety of styles...ours features puppets of the main characters made by Monty. http://www.clairemontgomerie.com/

SPARKTACULAR!!!

2008-05-16T11:56:00.006+01:00

Model Robot is very excited to be attending the super set of Spark's show's, starting tonight at the Carling Academy, Islington with 'Halfnelson'.
You should all rush out and buy the new album 'Exotic Creatures of the Deep' released 19th May on Lil' Beethoven Records and attend as many shows as is humanly possible for each and every one of you.
You really won't regret it!

IN THE PALACE International Short Film Festival , 23rd -30th July, Balchik, Bulgaria

2008-05-14T14:55:00.004+01:00

Model Robot has six animations featured at "In The Palace, International Short Film Festival, Balchik, Bulgaria."
These are Buddi (pictured above), Land Of Dreams, Bug, Easy,Easy,Easy, Drink Tea (For The Love Of God), and finally our spot for Yoplait-Live and Active.
We've never visited Bulgaria and so very much hope to attend what looks a great festival between 23rd and 30th of June.

Annecy Animation Festival, 9th-14th June, 2008

2008-05-14T14:45:00.007+01:00

Model Robot are very happy to announce the selection of our promo for Kula Shaker 'Drink tea For The Love Of God' in the music video catagory of the competition.
Hopefully we shall be able to attend and take part in the celebrations!

So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish...

2008-03-07T12:44:00.003Z

Model Robot has teamed up with Oceana across the pond to save all the ugly fish of the world!
We all know that if you're beautiful one can simply sail through life without a care in the world...riches, fame and love are your oyster, but what about those less fortunate than ourselves?
Who cares for all the ugly fish left behind?
Us. We care...deeply...and so to the drawing board/wacom tablet to make the world just that little bit of a nicer place to live in, and help our friends in the oceans.

Coming to a shore near you, soon...

School's Out

2008-03-07T12:28:00.006Z

Model Robot are currently working in conjuncture with writer Dylan Calder and puplis from Haggerston, Seabirght and Randell Cremer schools to produce a short narrative based animation detailing various issues faced by the pupils.
Look out for a bit of park-life towards the end of April.

BUG 5

2008-01-30T13:00:00.001Z

Model Robot complete a years worth of BUG events tomorrow (Thursday 31st January) with BUG 5 at the NFT. (sold out...again!)
It's a bit of a 'remix' by our friends over at Draw pictures, so check it out on the night alongside the usual blend of cutting edge promo's, riveting chat and incomparable hosting from Adam Buxton.

See you in the bar at some point...

Buddi-Puna and Kelta

2008-01-25T12:46:00.001Z

Welcome to the latest installment in the Buddi world. This clip features two characters Puna and Kelta who the best of chums, two of kind.They are always together to lend a hand, not just to each other but to all the other Buddi's and any friendly creatures they come across!

What Makes you Smile-Nick JR

2008-01-14T16:29:00.001Z

'What Makes you Smile?', that's what Geoff Parson's at Nick Jr wanted to know, so we travelled out to Richmond Park and asked six children just what exactly made them smile?. The results were astounding!, totally unexpected and currently to be found on-air over at Nick JR:

Puddles and Plants, Rocket and Kite, Dog and Duck (and no it's not a pub!)

Don't worry if we haven't animated what makes YOU smile...there is still time...answers on a postcard/email...

Kula Shaker Promo News

2008-01-14T16:03:00.001Z

Check out David Knight's Promo News and keep up date with all your pop promo needs...including our recent Kula Shaker Promo.
Link below:

http://www.promonews.tv/

Yoplait 'Live and Active'

2008-01-03T17:28:00.001Z

Model Robot popped over to Hornet Inc in New York to create this spot for Yoplait-Live and Active, commissioned by Saatchi New York.

'It is so good'

Happy 2008

2008-01-03T17:12:00.001Z

Happy New Year to all!

We're all back and 'hard at it' here at Model Robot, especially after recovering from our sporadic bouts of the Norovirus over xmas...not nice.
So plenty of work to check out including the latest BUG stuff, a promo for Kula Shaker about Tea, a new Yoplait ad and a short film about 'Wrestling' entitled 'Easy Easy Easy'.

Pictoplasma 'Characters in Motion vol2'

2008-01-03T16:32:00.001Z

The latest installment of Model Robot's 'Buddi' series 'Puna and Kelta-Teamwork' is featured in Pictoplasma's 'Characters in Motion vol2' book and DVD.

Check out their website for more good stuff.

http://www.pictoplasma.com/

My Friend Marjorie

2008-01-03T16:10:00.001Z

We've had a couple of requests to see the whole of 'My Friend Marjorie', after missing the recent Channel 4 screenings, so here it is.

Kula Shaker 'Drink Tea For The Love Of God'

2008-01-03T12:55:00.001Z

Kula Shaker 'Drink Tea For The Love Of God' Model Robot were asked to create this promo to help celebrate national Tea Day (December 15th!) and re-affirm this nations love of the leaf.

George Orwell heroically narrates us through a world of coffee fuelled repression as we watch the 'Tea Angels' finally overcome the forces of Evil, bringing love and harmony to the universe.

Easy Easy Easy

2008-01-03T12:27:00.001Z

Easy Easy Easy, a short nostalgic animated film for Channel 4 detailing the joys of British Wrestling and it's eventual downfall from our screens at the tail-end of the 1980's.

2007-12-10T16:50:00.001Z

Hello Y'all,

Welcome to what is now the news division for model robot, a place to showcase our latest projects, keep up to date(hopefully) with whats going on and generally just shoot the breeze with links to cool...and not so cool stuff, that makes us happy. Very happy indeed...

So what's going on, as Marvin once said......well, we've been off on our travels to New York (some eagle eyed readers may have picked up on the slight twang) completing work for Hornet Inc. Across Europe attending Paris fashion week and meeting some loverly people at Fake graphics in Helsinki. Sadly we missed out on attending Pictoplasma in Berlin, which featured our Budding series...but hopefully next year...

We've completed work on our 4th (yep, count em!) BUG event at the BFI, creating all the animation and design elements featured and are currently thinking up what will happen for BUG 5 at the end of January...

We've got projects for Nickelodean, Kula Shaker and our Wrestling animation for Channel Four, 'Easy.Easy,Easy' to upload so I better get cracking...

BUG 04

2007-12-10T15:53:00.001Z

BUG 04, Thursday 29th November 2007, 8:45pm, BFI Southbank

BUG sets out to explore the range of creativity, and the new democracy, in music video today - from exciting work in mainstream videos, to off-beam DIY experimentation by 'bedroom' directors made possible by off-the-shelf technology.

Model Robot provide all design and animation elements for the BUG events.