The Sea Witch

The Clipper Ship Sea Witch, the fastest clipper to ever set sail. A commission from a fellow ship lover. Was one of the more challenging things I've ever done, but am very pleased with the turnout. It seemed very overwhelming at first. I cant vouch for every rigging, but I tried to be as accurate as possible, while also trying to produce a dramatic picture. Hopefully as I do more ship paintings Ill learn more about what is what and be able to produce paintings with more accuracy.

The Sea Witch acrylic on panel 11" X 14"

sidenote*
The holiday season is fast approaching and I am now taking orders on private commissions. Or you can visit my store
here

What is a Ghost?

¿Qué es un fantasma
acrylic on panel 11"X14"
for the Día de los Muertos show @ Proximity Gallery this Friday in Fishtown

"Proximity is a new gallery that opened on July 13th, 2008 in the heart of Fishtown. We are very excited to provide a space for established and emerging local artists to express themselves without concern for specific genre or medium. We hope to enrich the community by exhibiting work that reflects, stimulates and challenges cultural, social and individual values. Proximity understands the importance of promoting art in our community, and we are excited to be offering a unique gallery experience."


Check our blog for the latest news and upcoming events.

www.proximityart.com

Hours:

Friday, Saturday: 1pm - 4pm

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: by appointment

the funeral is about to begin

For Immediate Release
Dia De Los Muertos
The Autumn Society
Opening Reception October 2, 2009 6pm-9pm

Proximity Gallery
2434 East Dauphin St.
Philadelphia PA 19125
www.proximityart.com
www.myspace.com/proximityart
267.825.2949
Hours: Fri. and Sat. 1pm-4pm
Always by appointment

This October 2nd between 6pm-9pm, Proximity Gallery has a show that is sure to get your blood pumping. Yes, the rumors are true. Proximity Gallery is hosting The Autumn Society's last gallery event of 2009, "Dia De Los Muertos"


This show will consist of 40+ pieces of art from the Autumn Society's finest artists, each interpreting "Dia de los Muertos" in their own unique style. "Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead), is typically a Mexican celebrated holiday, in which families bring offerings (such as food and mementos) to remember and celebrate their loved ones that have passed away. These artists have captured the spirit of this holiday. We suggest you come out and celebrate this First Friday, October 2nd 2009, for some fantastic original artwork, perhaps a mariachi band, and some sugar skulls!


"According to popular belief, the deceased have divine permission to visit friends and relatives on earth, and to share the pleasures of the living."- Chloe Sayer, Mexico: The Day of the Dead: An Anthology


A brief history of the Autumn Society Established in 2006, the Autumn Society is a group of illustrators that started in Philadelphia and is now branching out worldwide. Comprised of over 200 members, the Autumn Society's goal is to share their artwork and other projects online, and to give exposure to local and emerging artists. They also publish zines, exhibit at comic conventions, and create group exhibitions for art galleries around the nation. Recently, the Autumn Society has gathered a lot of media buzz and is taking the Philadelphia art scene by storm.

Take a sneak peek by clicking the following link: http://theautumnsociety.blogspot.com/search/label/dia%20de%20los%20muertos

process IV finish

Paying Respects to the Hunter (triptych)
acrylic on panel 8" X 10" each
Here is the finishes. Would have liked to spend some more time with them but the show hanging is tomorrow and I'm exhausted. Only thing left to do is Varnish and frame. This show was sorta sprung on me so I didn't have much time for new work especially since 80% of my stuff is up at Triumph still. When a friend wants to include me in their show I don't want to give them any old bullshit that is sitting around my house that was used for other shows or something else. I want to put out something new to give people more incentive to come to that particular show. No one wants to keep seeing the same thing, I know I don't. So I deprived myself of sleep this week and came up with something I'm satisfied with and hope Eric is pleased with my contribution to his show. Of course I see things I would like to spend some more time on but time wont allow it. Hope to see you there.

this bison got pissed and lunged at me a minute later this photo was taken, i almost pissed my pants

process III

sketch for third part of the series.

process II

This is after 3 sittings. With acrylic i start from dark to light. Starting out using only black and burnt umber then adding colors to my palette as I go. With Oils i start the same only after the under drawing in black and umber I block in the lights the mix darker.

process I

After seeking out tons of reference, i wil narrow it down to 3-4 good pieces then do the initial drawings on tracing paper. I spray the drawings with workable fixitive, then rub a soft pencil on back either a 5 or 6b. I place the tracing over a pre gesso'd board. This time since the Bisons coat is an earthy tone I use a mixture of a mixed combinition of white, burnt umber and some yellow. I then use a hard pencil preferably an H to draw over the sketch to transfer.

now its time to start painting

Once more again

New flier for the show this upcoming Wednesday. Talk of Free tees and watches? Im stoked. Myself along w/ Eric Jordan, KAMILAH BENJAMIN, Joseph Game, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, Philip Pilgrim, Ramulas Burgess and more!

www.fludwatches.com
www.rocksmithtokyo.com

Dont know if they'll be giving away this one but just a sample.



Put on your freshest pair of British Walkers

9 to 5 show pictures and thank yous

once again thank you to everyone who came out and supported. especially James and Sam Heimer, Leanne Biank, Danielle Rizollo, Shane Leddy, and Ryan Resch for lending your talent. James Especially for your screenprinting and design skills and your ideas. all my friends and family. and special special thanks to Wes Mattheu for playing on your day off for free. owe you.

Back at it Like a Bad Habit

Another upcoming show! No new work yet, this is a problem. Will I pull it off? 2 shows in the next 3 weeks. An E Jordan ILL sponserd event, So you know the shits gonna be like a Project Pat music video. Check the flyer and tell me otherwise.

When there's no more room in hell

Autumn Society and your friends we can pack all in

Celebrating the Day of the Dead @ Proximity Gallery Friday October 2nd more information and artwork to come

yellowfin tuna sketches oil on board 11"X14"

Blueblockers

Wes Matheu & the New Way Down to play 9-5 Show Next Friday

one more good reason you should attend

More Duck Hunt

On the Daily What .com

Wish You Were Here

One of my biggest disappointments in life is I missed living with these guys by a blink in time.
8"X10"
acrylic

this 9 to 5 grind has my mind loosing its juices

Friday September 4th Triumph Brewing Company 7-9 this will be the first show ive had the opportunity to organize. it hasnt been at all easy and i hope it turns out to be a success. So I need as many people to show up and support. Thanks to everyone who is contributing and a special thanks to James Heimer for screen printing up the promo cards, ideas, and keeping me on a bar stool.

james heimer promo

sam heimer promo

*sidenote
prehistoric voting results are in. you have chosin my destiny. the winners are Woolly Rhinoceros, Irish Elk, Sabertoothed Cat, and the ultimate Ice Aged predator Man. These will be compiled in the upcoming months into a limited edition postcard set. After my prior painting obligations are fulfilled.

News from the west

my friend ryan www.rsrphoto.com in it to win it. for any folks in the Denver Colorado vicinity

Duck Hunt piece featured on City Paper online

Joseph (Chogrin) Game stumbled upon this


portrait of me by jamesheimer.com at the bar

thanks man

8 Bit Show Preview

me and a couple of the dudes hanging the 8 bit show. thanks Braddock

Who knows What they came for....

next month

anthony pedro
leanne biank
danielle rizollo
james heimer
sam heimer
ryan resch

holy shit!

more info to come

...till i got a Genesis and I was beating John Madden

NES Duck Hunt

One more last minute for the 8 bit show this Friday. I wanted to have at least 2 pieces for this because I know how BIG this is gonna be. So I squeezed in my rendition of Nintendo classic Duck Hunt. 8" X 10" acrylic. Suggested by Ryan, I thought this game would suite my style nicely, and be a good contrast with all the Megamen, Marios's, and Link's. I thought a SEGA Bass or Marine Fishing would be fun too. Also I have prints of the Sould Edge piece, since their not allowing prints at the show, I guess I'll be posting them in my store or just see me.
Some great promotional posters for the show whipped up by two fellas Joe Game (Chogrin) & Jude Buff Buffrum


Me and J Budz engaged in Kombat

Worship


-Also Im on the prowl for your commissions, keep the ideas headed my way.

-Ice Age Voting, thanks to everyone who's been voting. You guys are sleeping on the Columbian Mammoth though. Americas own. The biggest Mammoth that ever existed! These should be great.

-I need followers!! to make it look like at least some people are interested