apegear's Profile

Bio

Local Austin artist John Mosteller wasn’t born in Texas but he got there as quick as he could.

As a contributing artist to the ever expanding Austin Art and Culture scene since the late 80’s, it has been my passion to share life experiences with others through various genres of art.

Hairless Ape Design grew out of that desire.

With art and design works encompassing various mediums, I have displayed artwork at such noteworthy Austin favorites as Amy’s Ice Cream, Lovejoys and Kerby Lane Cafe.

Working with Austin bands, my artistic and design creativity led to one-of-a kind promotional materials for their showcases. I have also lent my design talents to various local business owners through the development of custom logos and websites.

I draw inspiration from the various aspects of my life here in Texas such as serving as a soldier in the Army, where I was based at Fort Hood, to working on Sonar Arrays, at the University of Texas at Austin, to troubleshooting computers while at Dell Inc.

I recently spent time designing Blackjack and Poker layouts for casinos on the West Coast as the lead designer for Higgins Enterprise.

In 2006 I turned my creative aspirations to pursue the process of converting my work on canvas into a line of designer pillows and signature pieces for the home.

With Hairless Ape Design’s new projects I hope to continue to share my love of art with others and expand the definition of design in the twenty-first century.

Reasons to buy handmade:

1. You are purchasing higher quality products made with love and care by the artisan.
2. You are purchasing unique items that are not mass produced. Even if the same product may be made a thousand times, each will be unique in some tiny way.
3. Buying handmade supports artists, crafters, designers and small business owners instead of large corporations - you are helping someone live their dream!
4. You are helping to promote local economies and fair trade. Investment in the creative sector brings a huge boost to the economic, cultural and social vitality of communities.
5. Handmade items appeal to trend setters, not trend followers.

Male, Born on October 11

Favorite Materials

suede, velvet, velveteen, felt, velcro, love, whimsy, smiles, kisses, canvas, fun, funk

Favorite Items

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