new projects: new work (2007)

Article [kak] magazine (Russia): October 2007
I have an article on the importance of building customer relations. It is entitled Expressing Gratitude: Building Relationships. Check out kak magazine's website for more details.

New Workshops at Pratt Institute: October 2007
I have two new workshops offered at Pratt Institute in Manhattan. Expressive Design: Creating Distinction through Innovative Production Techniques and Alternative Approaches: Exploring Mixed Media will commence this October. Click on workshop for details.

HOW Self-Promotion Annual – September 2007
I was interviewed for an article entitled Overcoming Your Marketing Hang-Ups. Throughout the article, I discuss how to launch a successful marketing initiative, avoiding any stumbling blocks along the way.

Product Savvy: New Merchandising Initiatives – September 2007
Cyr Studio is launching a series of new products utilizing its inventory of art. Check the website often for new offerings.

Communication Arts Illustration Annual - July 2007
In an article entitled Visual Journalism, I explore the exciting, fast-paced art of reportage illustration. Featured in the article are illustrators Franklin McMahon, Mark McMahon, Lynn Pauley and Veronica Lawlor.

Teaching Graduate Students- July 2007
I look forward to teaching at Hartford Art School and Marywood University again this summer. Both programs attract students who are highly talented, seasoned professionals in the field.

New Work: New Site Initiative – June 2007
The new Cyr Studio website launched. It provides a more comprehensive showing of what the studio has to offer.

Society of Illustrators’ Education Committee – May 2007
The Society of Illustrators’ Annual Student Exhibition boasted some exciting new work this year. As a member of the education committee for over ten years, I look forward to some changes that are being implemented. This year, we are installing a new online portal for the acceptance of entries. Bug Logic will be doing the work and we all look forward to using this innovative tool for our next exhibition.

Creatively Speaking Lecture – May 2007
At the NH Creative Club, I spoke to designers, illustrators, photographers and animators on how to get on top and stay on top. In addition to providing valuable insight into the strategy, concept, messaging, and production behind many outstanding national and international promotional initiatives, the lecture will also include such topics as: nurturing the artist within, breathing new life into your creative process and approach, innovative brainstorming and ideation strategies, maintaining creative flow in a group environment, team building initiatives, innovative production techniques, and collaborative endeavors that push artistic content to new heights.

The Little Book of Big Promotions – May 2007
The Little Book of Big Promotions (Rockport Publisher) is my latest promotional book. It features hundreds of innovative design ideas with insight into the creative and production process behind each project.

The Art of Promotion - April 2007
At the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, I spoke about innovative promotional strategies, assisting illustrators in breaking through the competitive landscape with engaging and thought-provoking promotions. Brand development, entrepreneurial initiatives, public relations strategies, collaborative endeavors, and lucrative market venues for the future were also explored.

The Art of Promotion/Creative Production Workshop - April 2007
At Sage College at Albany, I spoke about innovative promotional strategies for designers and illustrators. In addition, a workshop was given on creating signature treatments and accents.

Portfolio Reviews - April 2007
At Mohawk Valley Community College in NY, illustrator Christopher Short and I critiqued the work of graduating students in illustration.

Creatively Speaking: Innovative Promotions That Work - March 2007
My latest traveling lecture, Creatively Speaking: Innovative Promotions That Work, has officially launched. It is a highly insightful visual presentation that assists creatives, both commercial and fine artists, in breaking through the competitive landscape with engaging and thought-provoking promotional initiatives that inspire, motivate, and most importantly, get response. In addition to providing valuable insight into the strategy, concept, messaging, and production behind many outstanding national and international promotional initiatives, the lecture will also include such topics as: nurturing the artist within, breathing new life into your creative process and approach, innovative brainstorming and ideation strategies, maintaining creative flow in a group environment, team building initiatives, innovative production techniques, and collaborative endeavors that push artistic content to new heights.

GDI Magazine: Studio 1482 – February 2007
I wrote the introduction for Studio 1482’s latest issue of GDI Magazine. Illustrators Kati Nawrocki, Eddie Peña, Veronica Lawlor, Charlotte Noruzi, Despina Georgiadis, Greg Betza Margaret Hurst, Michele Bedigian and Dominick Santise are featured