Chuck Jones Auction
I had the opportunity to participate in the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity's annual Red/Dot Auction. This event brings together over 150 artists from around the world to support a meaningful cause. Each artist contributes a 12-inch square artwork displayed anonymously, allowing attendees to bid purely on the merit of the work. The Red/Dot Auction is a cornerstone of the Center's fundraising efforts, sustaining its vital community arts programs. Being selected to contribute to this event was both an honor and a deeply rewarding experience.
RoleArtist
ClientChuck Jones Center for Creativity
Timeline2 Weeks
MediaPainting
The Event
Red/Dot Auction
The Red/Dot Auction is an annual fundraiser held by the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity. Over 150 artists contribute anonymous 12-inch square artworks, and attendees bid without knowing the identity of the artist behind each piece — putting the focus entirely on the creative work itself.
Creative Process
Inspiration
The artwork draws directly from the iconic animation of Chuck Jones, particularly his beloved 1946 short film Rhapsody Rabbit, in which Bugs Bunny takes the stage as a concert pianist in a series of comedic, perfectly-timed visual gags. Jones had an extraordinary ability to fuse music, movement, and humor into a single frame — and that energy became the foundation for this piece.
By studying Jones' original compositions and the expressive character poses he perfected over decades, the design pays homage to his legacy while layering in a fresh sense of discovery. Hidden letterforms and playful references are woven into the imagery, capturing the same spirit of whimsy, surprise, and meticulous craftsmanship that defined Jones' work.
Final Pieces
The Artwork
The finished paintings translate Jones' animated energy into a handcrafted, tangible medium. Each 12-inch square piece captures Bugs Bunny in a signature Chuck Jones moment — one at the grand piano mid-performance, the other strolling through a Parisian streetscape. The compositions balance bold color with fine detail, created to hold their own on any collector's wall.
