Sketchbook Audio

On this episode of Sketchbook Audio, we take a look at some of the freshest designs from Hundai, Jeep and Nissan Hyundai Tucson's latest design iteration (Gen5) is absolutely stunning. Polarizing at times but fresh and well done. Nissan hits us, after waiting almost 12 years, with a NEW Z-CAR!!! Finally, we can all rest knowing that Nissan is STILL ALIVE and cares about us car enthusiasts. And guess what? you can have it with a stick!! Jeep is back and BIGGER than ever with a fresh take on a classic - the Grand Wagoneer!  This thing is monstrous as it sits on a Ram 1500 (DT) chassis/platform. And its price tag will reflect its big, elegant design - upwards of 100k Lastly, Lets talk IDrawCars and covid mask practices.  Why? Because i truly care about my listeners.  All that and more on this weeks episode of Sketchbook Audio~ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Today, Sketchbook Audio takes a look back at the art of our past and reflects on the Civil Rights Movement and the artists that came out of it or even lived it.  They shared with the world their sense of love and compassion, but sometimes, their sense of fear, hurt, anger, suffering etc.  In a dramatic culmination of 400 years (of slavery and persecution), these artists inspired a generation, whom inspired another generation and continue to do so.  Yet, here we are in 2020 and although we claim to have equal rights among men and women, black and white, the reality is, thats not true.  And we have all seen what cruelties are still plaguing our nation, and the disgusting ways (some) police are treating the good people of this country.  So, how do we reflect on that? How do we transcend from the darkness and pain that is discrimination and racism?  I suggest we look to the artists of our past, and be the artists of the present and future that continue the mission of inspiring love and compassion for one another.

I was going to talk about "happier" things today but i felt it wasn't the right time to rejoice in anything when there is so much hurt in the world (and specifically the US) right now. Warning** this is an emotional episode and I may say some things that some people may disagree with.   I tried to keep this as civil as possible, but my honesty is out there for the world to hear. #BlackLivesMatter  And Sketchbook Audio stands with you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Today is a big day and a very awesome day...EPIC, some might say.  Why? Because today I have with me on the show USAF Master Sergeant, Author and friend, D.L. Jennings.  Now, that might not be a name you've heard about YET, but trust me, you will.   Jennings has already released book one in the Highglades series (its looking to be a trilogy!) and he has just announced his 2nd book in the series, Awaken the Three.  This book is available now for pre-order on Amazon.com as well as Barnes and Nobles and it will officially be available in stores on August 11.   Jennings shares with us a little bit of his history, his motivations for becoming an author, a bit about the first and second book (SPOILER FREE) and even shares some of his thoughts on where he wants this series to go in the future. I've asked Jennings some interesting questions and you too can ask him some of your own.  Just shoot me a message here on Anchor.fm or over at the Instagram page Sketchbook_audio and i'll make sur

hey everyone check this! GMC brings us new teasers and info about the #hummer, Acura teases the 2021 TLX with a twin turbo V6, Agusta shows off their newest Street bike (lots of carbon fiber!) and Nissan celebrates its GT-R with the ItalDesign 50. oh and uh, I had to get tested for covid 19. check out this video and get all the juicy details! #automotive #automotivenews #cars #podcast #design #genesisG80 #nissanGTR50 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Today marked the first day that the Big Three Automakers in Detroit, as well as some other locations, got back to work and started producing cars again.  However, though people were rockin and ready to roll some fresh metal down those stamping lines and piece together the vehicles you all are (not) demanding right now, they are doing it at a snails pace.  Covid be damned! but thats not stopping the auto industry from at least trying to get things back to normal...whatever that is anymore. But Toyota was apparently wasnt ready to let Covid-19 ruin their monday so they decided to reveal not 1, but 2 new vehicles - the 2021 Venza and Sienna along with each one of their respective trim levels (so really thats like 6 new vehicles).  Ford is pushing back pretty much all of their new vehicle release dates (by anywhere from 2-4 months) - they arent the only ones either Dyson revealed their dream-in-a-dumpster car and its not at all what you were thinking it would look like - you know, a vacuum cleaner

Hey everyone, its your host, Ryan Sketch! I hope you are all well and safe, and hopefully, not going crazy yet in this #quarantinelife.  I want to start off by saying i apologize for being so distant (social distancing not needed via podcasts!) - the world has been moving a bit slow and because of that, so has my podcast.   That said, i was thinking about how i got into Art as a lifestyle and career path and it really got me thinking about the basics of it all. What are the key tools you need for success, and what are the key elements to any good design.  I wont spoil it in writing, so go ahead and give this episode a listen.  Before next weekend, i will have a lot of helpful tips posted on the instagram account Sketchbook_Audio so give it a quick look-see.  Get your sketchbooks out and grab a drink, cause im back baby! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

The 1975 is an amazing band.  I just needed to say that.  If you havent listened to them, you need to.  Whatever music you are in to, im sure they have something that will strike your fancy. So i went to my first VideoGameCon!! DreamHack2020 was lit AF and i loved every minute of it - but i wish i actually competed in something!  Did you know PSA merged with FCA?  Whats with all of these acronyms anyways? What happened to actual names?! I love the PT Cruiser.  IM sure you probably hate it.  But thats ok because it prevailed and the DreamCruisers are historical! Lastly, where do you find your inspiration for what ever you are designing?  Look out your window? Read a good book? See a fresh movie? Maybe it was just listening to the 1975! haha.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Its autoshow season and we are kicking it off this year surprisingly, at Chicago and not detroit (that's coming in june). Somw serious reveals this year are coming including some major game players in the SUV/CUV categories. Most importantly, though, is a secret project I've been keeping from everyone for almost 9 months... but you'll have to listen to find out what it is! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

So the age of Cyber-Punk may be upon us and the harbinger of this movement is none other than Elon Musk.  But is the Cyber truck "Good Design"? Hear my take on that and also some back story to the Fisker Ocean - a vehicle that promises to be vegan, and good for our planet.   Seeing Blue?  FCA's parts and tuning arm, MOPAR, is scheduled to reveal a (Blue) Moparized Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.  Now, this could be a limited edition model that will, in some way, come with the Mopar Tubular frame doors, or, it could be just Mopar showing us what a wrangler could look like, if you dive deep enough into their parts catalog for the Wrangler.  Lastly, eco-friendly shoes are all the rage! And im going to get in line for Adida's new MIAMI colorway, made from recycled plastic found in the ocean and on beaches.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Im Back and better than ever!  Ive decided to move the video portion of this podcast over to the Instagram page, Sketchbook_Audio and do that in sync with this Anchor.fm podcast.  Hopefully it works out well for everyone! On this episode, ive got a lot to talk about, but it'll basically be a "whats to come" in the near future on upcoming episodes.   Im going to hit hot topics like retro designs (Corvette, Mustang, Bronco etc), Color theory and the importance of not just offering people all black interiors, and in the next coming episodes, shoes and fashion design! Im BACK! So, LETS DO THIS! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

While i wasnt personally at the 2019 Tokyo Auto Show, i did spend a lot of time online watching the live reveals and checking out all of the pictures of some of the more interesting and creative designs/concepts.  Included in that list and also on this episode are: Nissan Ariya Daihatsu WakuWaku Suzuki Waku SPO Toyota e-Racer and a bunch more!  Check it all out on Sketchbook_Audio as well as on my youtube channel - Ryan Sketch --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Hey guys, Ryan Sketch here and I am super excited about this episode because you can see the full video/live stream review I did of this book on Sketchbook_Audio instagram page.   This book, IDrawCars is, as the kids say these days, LIT! Best bang for your buck when it comes to tools of the trade and it makes for a perfect travel companion!   Go check out IDRAWCO.com and buy yourself a copy or two! Take some pictures of your practice work and post them to your instagram page and then give me a shoutout!  Last but not least, someone leaked some footage of the Ford Bronco startup screen and new Badge!! This vehicle is going to be HUGE For Ford because it'll (Hopefully) give them a fighting chance against RAM and Jeep.  Listen, i love the wrangler, but maybe its time for the king to take a seat....or at least move over a bit! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Hey friends and fellow designers, did you know that the IAA /Frankfurt international auto show occurred this week? Did you miss all of the excitement? Well fear NOT ! I will be talking about my favorite vehicles from this years show including the Honda E, some really sexy Audi's including an autonomous offroader! SAY WHAT?! Oh, and Lamborghini finally made a hybrid... no, hell hath not freezeth over, but electrification is real and its hitting the streets hard! I found some interesting tech on instagram and i wanted to share that with everyone....so head over to the Sketchbook_Audio Insta page and see what im talking about! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Sketchbook Audio is now streaming on Youtube! So check it all out here on Anchor.fm (download the android or apple app) and/or you can find me on youtube.  Just search Sketchbook Audio or Ryan Sketch  Its been a rough couple of months, but i managed to pull through.  Ultimately, i got some place i really wanted to be and working for a great company, Fox Shocks in Sunny San Diego! Yes, it still means a whales Vag@#$   So after my brief story telling, lets discuss some awesome wagons that are headed our way. Thats right, the AUDI RS6 AVANT IS COMING TO THE USA!!!!   My distaste for the word "Coupe" Being bastardized on lifted sedan/crossovers Lastly, im taking my 2019 RAV4 Adventure out to OTAY Lake tomorrow afternoon for some light off-roading and some incredible scenery!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

We've got quite a bit to talk about in the coming days all of which have to do with my relocation from Detroit Michigan to San Diego. But for now, let's talk about the 2019 Toyota rav 4 adventure model and some really badd a** sport coupes that I will never be able to afford --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Wheels - Aston Martin has a new, sexy special edition DBS out called the DBS Superleggera "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" and the wheels ARE EPIC! So lets talk about.... WHEELS!  Specifically directional wheels.  Ralph Gilles hates 'em, but its a trend thats picking up more and more rapidly as electrification becomes more mainstream Hatchbacks and Hot Hatches -  Apparently, and this is news to me, the USA HATES them.  Why? Probably because they are too busy sucking down all of the Crossover and SUV bullshit the inudstry keeps shoving down their throats.  Well thats fine and all, but lets take a moment to appreciate the oddball BMW X2 as a sporty hatchback, and then remember that we still have the GTI and Golf-R....but its not enough!  Oh and, i think Jeep should offer a Compass Trackhawk........ yeah, i said it. Stealth and 3000GT/GTO - these are the twins that made my dreams wet as a young man.  And im STILL drooling over them.  Active Aero, Active Exhaust, AWD and A

Passing of a friend - My good friend Rick past away a couple nights ago.  He will be missed.  But he left behind a legacy and a story, of being good to one another.  Cosplay - Well, looks like i'll  be suiting up as the Joker and Captain Deadpool at this years Motor City Comic Con in Novi (This weekend, May 17th-19th) Thoughtful and SMART Design - 2020 Kia Soul, 2020 Kia Telluride and 2019 Volvo XC40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Listen, the automotive industry isnt always "Lit" so in the mean time, i need to entertain you all with some reviews on some cars, products, and even architecture I come across in my daily.  Thats OK though, right?!  Of course it is! because i promise i wont bore you with reviews on the Yugo or the Pinto or anything else as sad as that..... actually, that could be a fun episode - "Top ten WORST/UGLIEST auto designs in history" hmmmm. Next week, be sure to tune in as we dive into our cell phones.... past present and future designs.   Lets do this! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message

Ok so i finally was able to get my buddy Anthony onto the show (hes super important and a busy mo-fo) and he has quite a bit to say about Transformers (toys and movies) and some things to say about the MCU (including End Game - will Ant Man Defeat the Mad Titan by crawling into his buthole????!!!) and the DCU (Which i have a few things to say myself). Then we are going to discuss other things and you are going to love every minute of it!  This isnt really design related today, but, its just some of the stuff that inspires me and keeps me going. Hey, YOU! yes you, my fellow listeners... Have you seen Batman Vs. Superman? Did you love or hate it? Either way, id love to know about it! So, shoot me a message here on Anchor, or leave me a message/tag me in a post on Instagram - @Sketchbook_Audio If you HAVE seen batman V Superman, well, yours truly blows up... quite literally! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sketchbookaudio/message