Quote from: "Normski"Hi Donald,
I also had the pleasure of attending ur classes at TMJ and having a shot of tequilla with you on your birthday,(you also gave me ur personal copy of vol 4 ) what i would really like to know is.....................
1) How is your daughter?? ( i owe you:)
2) Who or what inspires your new designs?
3) Who is your favourite balloon artist alive or dead & why
4) Do you care that there are so many "Caldwedians"
running around pretending to be you??? (speak for myself)
5) Can you make the class on 29 may the best one as i cant go to the one in June!!
Thanks
Normski
Hola Normski!
1) She is great. Thanks for asking.
2) Mostly cartoons, as well as studying other artists. Michael Godard, Gris Grimley, Eric Pigor, Basil Gogos, Olivia, John K., Tex Avery, and Wyland just to name a few.
3) David Grist. His impact on this industry was, and continues to be astonishing, and the fact that he did it in such a short span of time makes it all the more amazing. Beyond his twisting skills, his humor, warmth, and sharing deeply touched all who met him. Truly one of a kind.
4) Harry Anderson said, "The only thing you ever really own, is what you eat. And even that is only a loan".
I am deeply flattered that so many people are inspired by my work. And the ones who really subscribe to my demented ramblings, also know how much emphasis I put on being unique, and being yourself. For me, the highest praise is seeing someone using one of my sculptures, or routines, or even marketing ideas, but doing it as themselves.
5) Yes, but don't tell the others.