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Ricky Jay “Cards as Weapons”

Posted on | February 14, 2012 | 6 Comments

I don’t even want to admit how long ago I painted this illustration.  Ok, it was 1977.   I didn’t have as much hair as Ricky, but almost.  I still have the original painting for this one.  The illustration was used as a book cover as well as a large poster.  I see the posters are still selling online for a few hundred apiece.  Someone forgot to send me my 10% commission.  Come on, a deal is a Deal.  I won’t be holding my breath.  Hey Ricky, I still have one of the books.  I’m patiently  waiting for you to autograph it for me.  It’s only been 35 years.

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6 Responses to “Ricky Jay “Cards as Weapons””

  1. Mark Rosenberg
    February 14th, 2012 @ 9:37 am

    great to see yet another side of this fantastic, multi-talented artist!

  2. Gt
    February 14th, 2012 @ 9:41 am

    Bellbottoms and platform shoes. Definitely 1977!!! Great piece of art Gary!!!

  3. rino
    February 14th, 2012 @ 10:08 am

    I recognize the Cowboy on the left that’s being carded in the bar.

  4. Dave Caselli
    February 14th, 2012 @ 12:25 pm

    AWESOME!! I need to learn how to fight an octopus with playing cards.

  5. Carolyn
    February 15th, 2012 @ 8:35 am

    We have a BIG one of this
    Thanks again

  6. Ricky Jay
    May 15th, 2012 @ 10:48 pm

    Gary,
    Happy to have found you after all these years. I would be delighted to sign your book and be back in touch. Please don’t post my email, however. I loved, and still love the cover you did for my book! Many thanks,
    Ricky

  • I have been painting and illustrating professionally for my entire career. I recently left the graphic arts business to paint full time. Life is grand! If you would like to know more about me, hit the "About" link in the upper right corner. For pricing or any other info please email me. dgcooley11@gmail.com All images on this site are copyright protected by the artist.
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