Lola, L-O-L-A......

Lola.

Here she is in all of her glory- Lola is a friend of Duncan. If you don't know who Duncan is, you can learn all about him here.

Anyone, this post isn't about Duncan, it's all about Lola! What a beauty! I created this shortly after the last Duncan painting I created- Duncan III. This is also an acrylic painting, however, instead of painting on canvas, I used a canvas board that's been sitting around the studio.

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As you know, I am preparing for Art in the Park and I can't wait for this weekend! If you are going to be in the Keene area, come on down and say hi! There is going to be some great art from over 85 artists on display.

Anyway, I just wanted to touch base before art in the park and update you on some of the new art I've been working on.

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Work, Work, Working........

........Like a dog. Boy, I tell, it's not easy working a full time job and being an artist at the same time. Things get tricky too when you are exhausted from doing too much of any one thing.

I have a lot of projects going at the moment so, blogging has taken a back seat to the rest of my life. Although, I do feel like I have been able to keep up fairly regularly, not doing the one a week art project has done two things:

1. 1. Allowed me to slack on blogging/posting new art 
2. 2. It has allowed me to focus  on a few projects that I have been pushing off

One of those projects is getting ready for Art in the Park labor day weekend. I have been doing some major slacking here but I am going to put some work in this weekend and next weekend and everything  will be okay! :)

Another project I have been working on is creating a kids book. Although this has not been an easy task, it has been a fun and interesting learning experience. I have written and illustrated the entire book and I am still in the middle of editing, enhancing and improving the book right now.



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Duncan II

Here is the second of three paintings I created recently. Duncan II isn't he so cute? He has such a sweet tooth too! I have a few others I have been working on.

I am actually thinking of working on a larger version of Duncan, I am talking about a 5' Duncan! What do you think of that!?!?

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Anyway, I have been working on a lot of projects lately so it's been hard to take time away to scan, crop, and upload art for viewing on the blog... I know "first world problems". 

I am sorry and I will "try" to be more diligent about it. However, I am an artist (not a writer) and I will do what I can. 

I will however, reveal that I have been working on a book, a kids books and it is really coming along! I am very excited about it and I look forward to sharing more with you soon! This has been consuming a lot of my time recently so I appreciate your patience  in between each blog post. I promise it will be all worth it, plus your kids will be very excited!

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Duncan I

Duncan is a new character developed from an ink drawing from my series, the Back Rooms of My Mind. If you go back through a few of my posts, you will see that I extracted this character and decided he had enough charisma to stand out on his own.

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The physical form and features of this bird, literally came from the Back Rooms of My Mind, however,  the music I was listening to is what stimulated the chords, deep within my soul to develop and then create this character.

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Duncan was named after the brilliant comedian, Duncan Trussel. He's a comedian and actor with a very open mind. He is a man in the middle of his own voyage to find the answers to his questions as he continues on his journey through the multiverse.


I took a break from painting for about a year and switched gears to work on some drawings I have been wanting to create as well as some watercolor drawings. It was nice to finally paint again and truth be told, it's been hard to put down the brush.

I am currently working on about 15-20 pieces right now. They are all in various mediums and are all in various stages. At times it can seem chaotic, but that's how my mind works and I am okay with that.

I have a few more of these paintings ready to go and I can't wait to share them with you!

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A Quick Update

I know I've been MIA over the past few weeks, so let me catch you up to speed.... I've been busy! :) Likely story right? I know you've heard it before but hey it's true. Between working the day job, working on new/old projects, trying to figure out what to do with my computer situation, trying to help plan a wedding (trying), trying to enjoy life, workout and stay healthy, as well as submitting art o galleries. I've also been working on some art and it's hard to scan a drawing when you don't have a computer.

Anyway, enough bitching- Here is a sneak peek look at one of the drawings I've been working on. This was taken with my ipod touch, so the quality is low but no scanning necessary!

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I'm not sure if you new this but I love chess and I have been wanting to work on a new chess related drawing. I had some left over paper and decided to go for it.

I will continue to take photos and update you on the progress!

That's it for now, I am tired!

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Death Squad Secret Show #14

New art inspired by the DeathSquad podcast Secret Show #14. If you are a fan of the DeathSquad comedy circuit, then you know all about the Secret Show and all the hilariousness that goes on. Brian Redban is the glue that keeps the DeathSquad community laughing for hours and hours.  *Maybe they'll even make it out to the east coast?! :)

Secret Show #14

                                      Prints available here.

Big thanks to Redban and all the DeathSquad comedians for keeping us laughing!

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Update On My New Painting & Happy Mother's Day

Last week I posted about some new art. Not having my computer has made scanning art, posting and updating my on-line archives difficult. The iPod touch has really helped and allowed me to keep posting.......... Things are starting to get weird and I wouldn't have it any other way!

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New Artist

I saw some new art this weekend and his paintings really inspired me to create. I don't know too much about the artist but I really love this style and these paintings. I tried searching for the artist and couldn't come up with anything.  Does anyone have any information on this artist?

 

These colors are great so nice and vibrant. They really standout in a crowded room. 

In other news, Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there! Thanks for all you've done Mom!

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New Painting and Stretching the Boundaries.

Here's an inspiring and interesting quote from the mad man of an artist Andy Warhol.....

“Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.” ― Andy Warhol

Although, I'm not a big fan of his art, however, I like his mentality, he had a great perspective and his thoughts really resonate with me. 

I had some old canvas laying around from college and decided to create something new. As you an see in the photo, I started with a light Purple wash but decided not to cover up the entire canvas. I feel that this will add more depth to the painting. 

The start of a new painting

I just finished adding a few elements to the painting... What do you think this is going to be? I have a few ideas of what direction I am going to take with this and I am planning on stretching the boundaries a bit. I love starting new paintings like this because it allows me to expand my mind and develop new ideas.

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Computer Update

A couple of months ago, my computer crashed on me and I couldn't do anything. The only way I have been able post is because I had scanned drawings ahead a time before it died. I've also been able use other computers to upload everything and generate the posts.

When I brought my computer in to get diagnosed, they eventually came to the conclusion that I needed a new hard drive. Finally, the hard drive came in and they installed it. After trying to install the OS, they started to think the hard drive wasn't the issue and they now believe it's the mother board... yay!

I am now at the point where I need to get a new computer because mine is in their words "too old and not worth the money to replace the mother board".... yay!

What computer should I get?
I'm starting to research some computers and weighting the pros & cons of the situation.

Here are a few options I've been looking at:

The mac pro would be ideal... It's a beast and would be great for graphics and video work.  The mini is an option, but low on the list.  However, I am most likely going to go with the Macbook Pro. It's the best of both worlds, as I like the portability of the laptop and this is similar to my old computer.

The other negative from my computer dying, is the cost of buying a new one. Maybe I should start a kick starter ey? Has anyone out there started a kick starter campaign??

How did you campaign go? Was is successful?

What computer do you have?

I'll try to find someone with a scanner to upload more art, sorry for the delay.

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Better Late Than Never

This is a drawing I did back in December that I intended to post around the end date of Myan Calendar and Potential end of the world. Ironically enough, I never ended up finishing this drawing so I figured it was about time to post it!

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I've been working on a ton of art lately and few secret projects that I can't wait to talk about!

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Back Rooms of My Mind Door #25113

Here's a new drawing from the Back Rooms of My Mind series- Door #25113

I know what you are thinking... boy is this guy crazy! It's understandable because it's probably true!

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I love creating these drawings because this is the way my mind works. If you are thinking of creating with ink I recommend Pigma Micron Pen Set 0.45mm 6/Pkg - Earth/Heritage (Google Affiliate Ad).
I started using these two months ago and I have been loving them! They are so smooth and I am able to add more details -very tiny details- to a drawing which gives them more depth. Bonus: These pens are waterproof!

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One A Week Art Project 52 of 52: Bird in a Cage 2

One a week art project 52 of 52: Bird in a Cage 2

YAHOOOOO! I finally made it another year of creating art and I know have 52 fine pieces of USA hand crafted and created art to show for it, which I might add... is available for purchase. *wink

Here is another rendition influenced by the Railroad Earth song “Bird In A House".
If you’re trapped in a cage or house, I reckon it may get lonely. I created this around the holiday of love so my mind was naturally thinking this way.

Prints available here.

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I also wanted to announce that even though I am busy and life will always be hectic... I am going to stop creating art for the One a Week Art Project. Instead I am going to continue to create art as I have been and post as often as I can.

I have found that the deadline is holding me back because I am saving art for the art project instead of posting them for the world to see. I will still keeping myself to posting a new piece each week. Get ready for some more fantastic art!

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One a week art project 51 of 52: Bird in a Cage 1

Here is the latest from my One a week art project 51 of 52: Bird in a Cage 1

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I’ve been wanting to create this drawing for a while now. I actually drew a few of these birds in one of my Back Rooms Of My Mind drawings Door #13113.

I was inspired to create this drawing while listening to a song “Bird in a house” by the band- Railroad Earth. I heard this song and instantly replayed this song over and over again. If it were vinyl, I would have to purchase a new record by now.

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Over the course of a few months, the song would play and I would envision these birds trapped in a cage. Finally, I decided to put pen to paper and draw them. I created this by drawing everything out in pencil and then I inked this with waterproof pens. Then I added some color and water to the watercolor paper and I was finished.

I recommend you listen to the song as well. I feel that this song will resonate with lots people because there are so many people in similar situations where they feel trapped.
“There is a bird in a house and he’s trying to get out.” -RRE
Those words ring true with anyone out there in the multiverse?

Happy St. Paddy's Day and be safe everyone!

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Ultimate Frisbee Tank Tops

I've been working on some new ultimate frisbee designs for a few weeks now and I finally finished them just in time for summer!

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Here are the shirts I most recently uploaded:

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These are custom printed and printed on demand which will result in a longer ship time. These designs can also be printed on a t-shirt if you prefer that over a tank top.

Please contact me with custom requests.

I also create custom shirts- email me for pricing.

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One a week art project 50 of 52: Back Rooms of My Mind Door #13113

WOW... here we are at week 50!!! Only 2 more posts left till another year of creating art has come to an end. Some days I feel like taking a break, but I've been creating so much art, I know I have to continue on. This One A Week project has been so much fun and it also forces me to take a break from creating and makes me scan, upload, and write. Most artists just want to create, we really don't want to write about are art because it takes us away from creating!

Truth be told, I am actually enjoy the time away from creating as it allows me to reflect on my work and the time it has taken me to create each piece.

Back Rooms of My Mind Door #13113   -    Prints available here.

I've been using some new pens lately, they are these Pigma Micron Pen Set Assorted 6/Pkg - Black - Scrapbooking (Google Affiliate Ad) and they work great for drawing and then I am able to water coloring over them without any bleeding. *Side note: Sharpie works good too but can sometimes spread easier than pen.

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One A Week Art Project: 44 of 52- Secret Show 2

Here is the newest drawing for my one a week art project: 44 of 52- Secret Show 2.
This drawing was inspired by the Death Squad podcast -secret show #2. Brian Redban is the producer of the show and several others. Check them out when you have a free moment.

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One a week art project 43 of 52: Porky

Here is the 43rd piece of art from my One a week art project 43 of 52: "Porky".
I have been creating a lot of drawings lately and have been working with more on the Back Rooms of My Mind series a lot. In the process, I drew this pig character and he was just cute enough to make him a star!

Here's Porky in all his glory. Let me know your thoughts.

Prints available here.

In other news I was down in Worcester this weekend dropping off some art at the Theater Cafe.
If you are in the area to see a play, stop and and grab something to eat and enjoy some art! Here are some photos I took of the new art!

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Now it's time for me to get ready for some football! Go Pats!

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Starting to Count Down....

TEN (10) creations left!

Here is my latest creation for the One a Week Art Project- 42 of 52: Back Rooms of My Mind Door# 201212. I can't believe I am down to only 10 more pieces of art left to create and I will have finished another one a week art project. It's crazy how fast a year passes bye and how the days seems to go so slow.

Prints available here. Enjoy!

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One A Week Art Project 24 of 52- Queen Alice

Here is the latest drawing from my One a week art project- 24 of 52- Queen Alice.

Isn't she cute?? This was created on 2"x3" stock paper trading card. If interested in the original drawing please email me. Prints available here. G2 Mechanical Pencil - 0.5mm - 12 pk - Mechanical Pencils (Google Affiliate Ad)

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That's it for now, Go PATS!

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11 of 52- Da Flamingo

Here is a new drawing for my one a week art project- 11 of 52- Da Flamingo. This is a watercolor drawing on watercolor paper. Prints are available here.



What do you think of the new art I have been producing? I know it's quite different than what I have produced in the past but I am liking my new pieces a lot.

If you are thinking of creating your own watercolor drawings, here's a link for a Great deal on some water colored pencils.

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Thanks for checking out my art and let me know if you have any requests.
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