26 Comments

damm, i'm tempted to buy his chicks-with-dicks print as well - love it.
badger
2010-01-21 13:43:02

Shamless self promotion.
Oliver
2010-01-21 23:46:26

Oliver: Leave the cynicism for another post. He's raised going on £2000 which I am sure will make a real difference to someone at their biggest time of need.
james Greenfield
2010-01-22 10:23:45

What a total douche for saying that, I think he is talented enough not to piggy back off something like this.
John Instruct
2010-01-22 11:15:27

I got one and it is dope
Tickle
2010-01-22 11:15:30

Oh Oliver, you've become so cynical since losing X factor!
You should use your new found fame to raise some
money too instead of stroking your massive chin & moaning!
Dave Brown
2010-01-22 11:24:21

Oliver: not good.
Edward Hann
2010-01-22 11:25:57

To further my annoyance at that comment, I've just purchased one.
Edward Hann
2010-01-22 11:33:54

Even if it is shameless promotion, which I don't think it is, as long as it helps someone...kudos to him!
Just bought the sheep.
André Kelly Breda
2010-01-22 11:38:19

No Sham in raising money and awareness for such a good cause, I've got both on order, big thumbs up all round to Mr Bingo.
Dan
2010-01-22 11:44:00

To further my annoyance at that comment, I've just purchased one.
Edward Hann
2010-01-22 11:46:59

Who's Oliver?
Alexis
2010-01-22 11:51:53

From "Master of Pen's" to "Master of the Universe".
Brilliant idea - Well done Mr Bingo.
Lewie Evans
2010-01-22 12:02:56

Has he raised money for Haiti? :D
Alexis
2010-01-22 12:03:38

As for myself, don't have much cash at moment, though doesn't stop me from
volunteering and just being there for my mates who survived Black Saturday
almost a year ago, raising money good!
Helps longterm, only so much the gov can do!
Peace and respect Mr. B !
Alexis
2010-01-22 12:19:32

Sad that people often need to receive something in return for 'donating' money. Perhaps it doesn't matter as long as the cash goes to the good cause, but would anyone buying a print of donated otherwise. I wonder if they'd complain if they never received their print...
Richard
2010-01-22 12:55:00

Shelfless elf demotion.
Tom Skipp
2010-01-22 13:48:10

I am a bit bemused by Oliver's suggestion that this is 'shameless self promotion'. I don't think the accusation is correct here but in any case, since when, in Creative Review, should one be ashamed of promotion of self or others? Isn't that what our industry is about? It's not like anyone spits the dummy when an agency or an illustrator sends out an e card or a brochure and it DOESN'T benefit a charity, is it? In this instance the 'self promotion' happens to benefit people in need and if Mr B makes a few bob out of it by the sale of other works, then more power to his very talented elbow. I bought the cat for my missus and every time I look at it, I'll think of Oliver, Haiti and that when doing anything in public, self promotion is an unavoidable thing that – it turns out – can be used for the good of others. And the improvement of the aesthetic in my kitchen.
Tom Melville
2010-01-22 14:36:05

Oliver works for CR I think?
Directional
2010-01-22 14:59:22

I take my hat off to Mr Bingo.......Better to put your talent to good use & one thing I believe its better to be kind to others........its called Kalma......I have now directed all listed in my email contacts to Mr Bingo's good cause.........by the way Oliver use you christmas pennies from santa to change your name.......suggestion on request.....but start with Tit Biscuit.......
Monkeyface65
2010-01-22 15:09:54

How can there be ANYTHING wrong with collecting funds for a good cause? Faulting Mr. Bingo for converting his art into financial aid is the most assenine thing I've heard. The fact that people are getting something in return for their donation doesn't help the people of Haiti any less. The artist & those buying prints are at least taking action, no matter how you look at it. Stop being so cynical people, if this means of helping isn't your bag, quit commenting about it and go offer your own time and money in support of the people suffering in Haiti.
LeslieDawn
2010-01-22 15:16:32

Get your own name Oliver!

and buy a print!
Tit Biscuit
2010-01-22 16:20:18

Oliver...owned by a gorilla! I bought the set of two, well worth the cause and will look awesome framed on my wall! Tempted to buy another set...as a gift to a friend and for Haiti :D
Brody Sixx
2010-01-22 17:12:13

Oliver you ass! I'll be buying them as they are for a good cause - Well done Bingo.
Olivers Girlfriend
2010-01-22 17:44:00

Hi Olivers girlfriend. I just bought one for you too! See you later.
Rob
2010-01-22 18:33:19

Cheers for spreading the word Gavin! Made £2,485 in the end, over the 4 days. Cheers for all the messages of support (mainly!) everyone. Nice one.
Mr Bingo
2010-01-25 09:46:00

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