EL PLAN
Artist Interview: walmazan
TILTEED CURATOR: dunz0
Curator’s Statement:
I grew up watching tons of cartoons, many of which involved all sorts of cat and mouse shenanigans. From Tom and Jerry to Itchy and Scratchy, the feud between felines and rodents is one that we all know very well. What’s interesting about these cartoons is that I never once empathized with the cats. This design by walmazan is throwing me off because I actually feel bad for the unsuspecting kitty!
TILTEED: walmazan
How did you come up with the idea for “El Plan”?
I have always liked stories about revenge, and I love the idea that these little rodents have devised an evil master plan to get rid of their nemesis, the cat.

Can you tell us a little bit more about yourself?
I’m from Mexico and I love enchiladas. I really enjoy spicy food! I am a graphic designer with a little design studio in Washington, DC, and I’m also a partner in a licensing company in Mexico in which I create characters inspired by the Lucha Libre (http://www.luchones.com).
What is your favorite thing to draw?
Food with faces. Maybe something is wrong with me, but I really enjoy giving life to kitchen stuff!

How did you get into designing and when did you know that you wanted to make a career out of it?
I think I’ve liked drawing ever since I was a little kid. I studied graphic design in college and ever since I can remember I have worked in things related to graphic and web design. In my free time I like drawing illustrations.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
I would like to be able to make the days longer! That way I could have a few extra hours in which to draw…and also maybe a super stomach to be able to eat the spiciest food in the land!

Are there any links that you would like to include?
My professional web page: http://www.wenceslaoalmazan.com
Lucha Libre characters: http://www.luchones.com

Is there anything else that you would like to share?
“Everything is better with salsa!”
Thank you for the opportunity to have my work printed. I hope you enjoy this t-shirt.
Leave a Comment
JadenKale Thursday, March 18th
I’ve always loved this design!!! Kitteh is about to have a massive headache!
walmazan Thursday, March 18th
Thanks for the print guys, I so happy!
xazy Thursday, March 18th
This design makes me think of The Incredible Machine - now I kind of want to recreate this scenario in it
grats Walmazan
walmazan Friday, March 19th
Thanks xazy, I glad you like it!
cmdixon2 Friday, March 19th
I just really love this. Your work always amazes me. Wonderful job!
cmdixon2 Friday, March 19th
Congrats Walmazan!
This is hilarious.
cmdixon2 Friday, March 19th
Looks like my first post went through after all.
walmazan Friday, March 19th
Thanks cmdixon2, I’m appreciate your comment!
dunz0 Friday, March 19th
Poor poor kitty. These mice are great schemers! Such awesome work, walmazan
Jestik Saturday, March 20th
great design - funny, charming, and some dark humor and peril thrown in as well!
Thirsty Fly Saturday, March 20th
Great shirt, great characters as usual. You should have your own comic franchise, like books, television and Sunday paper!
Tilteed Thursday, March 18th
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