Not Important Sportlight: Cockpitsandboobytraps – The Bold Vision of Stylized Sci-Fi

There are few artists who can create work that feels as striking and immediately captivating as Cockpitsandboobytraps, the alias of New York-based artist TW Stout. His stylized, toon-shaded space art is both powerful and elegant, a rare combination that commands attention while maintaining an effortless sense of clarity and composition. At Not Important Studio, we are massive fans of his consistency and ability to make every piece feel like an instant classic.

TW Stout's journey into 3D was anything but conventional. Inspired by the DIY VFX approach of Gareth Edwards (Monsters, Godzilla), he picked up Blender in 2021 after losing a podcast editing job. Armed with a background in film production and a self-taught approach to 3D, he quickly developed his distinct style—one that blends anime, pop-art, and vibrant sci-fi aesthetics. Heavily inspired by Chris Foss, TW Stout describes his process as akin to the classic Industrial Light and Magic miniature-building techniques: simple forms enhanced by kitbashing and layering of intricate mechanical details. This method, paired with a strong focus on lighting and clarity, gives his work its unmistakable punch.

What makes TW Stout truly special is his humility. He doesn’t think he’s doing anything extraordinary, but trust us—he absolutely is. His technical skill is matched by his wonderful sense of humor and collaborative spirit, making him an absolute pleasure to work with. We couldn’t be more excited to have him in our orbit.

And speaking of collaboration—stay tuned. We’ll soon be revealing an exciting project between Not Important Studio and Cockpitsandboobytraps. This is just the beginning.

Martin Sweers
Founder - Not Important Studio