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Marc Audet

@raggedempire.bsky.social

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Canadian illustrator, screenprinter, gig poster maker. Album design, merch, etc. Formerly Ottawa Gig Posters Covid aware and unapologetic respirator wearer.

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 1

Let’s give this a shot, shall we?

My name’s Marc, and I’m an illustrator/screenprinter who makes gig posters, album art and all kinds of fun stuff.
I formerly worked under the name Ottawa Gig Posters, but have just debuted my rebrand, Ragged Empire.

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · 11d

It’s pretty funny. I posted this in the Blue Jays subreddit and nary an upvote. 🦗 Haha. Probably too weird! Lukewarm reception on instagram as well. lol
Oh well, they can’t all be gold!

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you! I decided to get a bit weird with it! Haha
Glad you like it. :)

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · 11d

Yes, it should be Madman, one word. I’m calling artistic license. 😆

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · 11d

‘Portrait of a Mad Man’

My little tribute to Max Scherzer and his incredible performance in game 4 last night.

#jays #bluejays #wantitall #alcs #MaxScherzer #gojaysgo #madmax

Rough blue and white portrait of Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer with one glowing red eye.

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Sep 26

Gonna try to be more active on here!
Here’s a #gigposter for my longtime pals The Reverb Syndicate for their album release at House of Targ with special guests Slo’ Tom and Antlers.
I thought a surfing #Nosferatu would be in keeping with the Halloween season.
#illustration #poster #posterart #ottawa

A poster featuring a cartoon Nosferatu surfing while holding a black parasol overhead to protect himself from the sun.

A detail of the vampire depicted in the poster

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 25

Great review, Stephen!

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 24

Relatable.

Reposted by Marc Audet

Jennifer Johnston @jenniferj-ca.bsky.social · Jun 22

Bravo to the City of Halifax for this move. We need to see more of this from Canadian municipalities, provinces, and the feds.

#CDNpoli

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 23

This was an unexpected, lovely surprise from a few months ago.
Stephen was kind enough to do a little spotlight reel on me and the art I’ve created for him for his new record.
#albumart #illustration #theEmpathist

Stephen Fearing @sfearingmusic.bsky.social · Jan 28

Sneak peek at the story behind the artwork for The Empathist. Pre-sales are open now -- www.StephenFearing.com/shop

#NewMusic #CanadianMusic #MusicSky #AlbumArt
@aimbookings.bsky.social

Reposted by Marc Audet

Live Music Canada 🇨🇦 @livemusiccda.bsky.social · Jun 23

A little BARK for your Sunday night... #LiveForLiveMusic

Stephen Fearing @sfearingmusic.bsky.social · Jun 22

Beaumont, thank you so much for welcoming me with Blackie and The Rodeo Kings on Friday night. To bring in the summer solstice together with you was a special experience. Here's a song we dedicated to Alberta. See you again soon. Thanks for the video @michelle_lori_lovelylegs on IG

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 23

Love this.

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 23

With Canadian legends #BlackieandtheRodeoKings hitting the summer festival circuit, it seems like a good time to revisit a couple of #gigposters I did for them in 2022. Thanks as always to @sfearingmusic.bsky.social, Colin and Tom!

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 10

“Will Marc make it to Stittsville?” is another riveting question! My 23 followers wanna know! 😂

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 10

That is too kind, good sir, but I am happy to support artists!

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 9

That’s a cool shot, dude.

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 9

Or follows you back, apparently. ❤️

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 9

Haha. Darn, I thought maybe doing half a dozen gig posters for you would give me enough cred. 🥲
How does one acquire this headwear?

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 7

At first, I thought you meant a follow. Haha. Thanks!
Great work on Suzie’s record, btw.

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 7

I’m nowhere near area code territory. Still early double digits. 😆
Love the hat.

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 6

Gorgeous work as usual, Lori!

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Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 6

This record by Suzie Ungerleider is being released into the world today. ‘Among then Evergreens’ is a beauty.
Super proud to have contributed the cover illustration and design for this.
#suzieungerleider #canadiana #albumart #albumcover #vinyl

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 5

Latest #gigposter: Neon Dreams and Boushle G, EU and UK tour 2025.
Decided to try a classic storybook/fairytale kinda style. It was a lot of fun. I like how the composition worked out.
#poster #posterart #illustration #ottawagigposters #dragon #illustrator #canadianart #neondreams

An illustrated tour poster for the band Neon Dreams, featuring a blond female knight brandishing a fiery sword about to battle a large, long-necked red dragon

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 4

This is incredible.

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 4

I’ll be posting a various projects from over the years, but this is a relatively current one.
This is a #poster I designed and #silkscreen printed for the 2025 Canadian Folk Music Awards.
I love birds. :)
#art #screenprinting #gigposter #illustration #posterart #canadianart

Marc Audet @raggedempire.bsky.social · Jun 3

Be sure to post pics!!! 😆