This morning I dropped off my paintings at the Orlando Museum of Art for inclusion in tonight’s 1st Thursdays art party. I am so excited to be participating in an art event that celebrates the fandoms associated with science fiction, fantasy, anime, video games and all aspects of nerd culture. My own personal tastes in […]
Read more "A Nerdy Night of Art"The next show at The Barefoot Spa is dedicated to all things animals! Please join me in celebrating furry, feathery and fun fauna as seen through the eyes of 31 Central Floridian artists. The opening is on Saturday, June 16th from 6:00 – 9:00pm and refreshments will be served. I will have two Miyazaki-inspired paintings […]
Read more "All Things Animals!"New Art Week continues with this cute little guy, “Ootori-Sama.” Ootori-Sama is a minor character in Hayao Miyazaki’s epic film, “Spirited Away,” and most aren’t really sure what kind of creature it is. Is it a duck? Is it a chicken? Is it even a bird? Regardless, he is one of the spirits who visits […]
Read more "Ootori-Sama"I am sharing new artwork every day this week and to kick things off, here is my piece inspired by Hayao Miyazaki’s, “Princess Mononoke.” This film is exceptional in that it deals with the complexities of humans coexisting with nature while still pursuing technological progress. This painting is inspired by the mask worn by San, […]
Read more "“Mononoke”"“Night Magic” is currently on display at City Arts Factory in Downtown Orlando, FL as part of their “Dia de los Muertos & Monster Factory” shows. I am very pleased with the final result because it started as a completely different painting! When I have an idea for a painting, I typically do a sketch […]
Read more "“Night Magic”"I am gearing up for the holidays by painting an assortment of smaller pieces perfect for gift-giving. Artwork makes a wonderfully unique and personal gift and it helps support artists, not corporations. I encourage you to seek out the artists in your area and consider buying from them this holiday season instead of big box […]
Read more "Solo “Soot Sprite”"These little paintings measure 4” x 4” each and are, of course, continuing my fascination with the films of Hayao Miyazaki. “Tree Spirit” depicts one of the many tiny spirits who live in the forest in the film, “Princess Mononoke.” They are indicators of a happy, healthy and thriving environment. As the forest is destroyed, […]
Read more "Tree Spirit & No-Face"One week from today, the 2nd Annual Wine Box Art Show kicks off the silent auction phase of the fundraising at Quantum Leap Winery! ALL money raised at this event goes directly to the Zebra Coalition, a phenomenal organization that helps the LGBTQ youth in our community. Here’s another sneak peek at the wine box […]
Read more "Sneak Peek"With the looming threat of Hurricane Irma, today seems like the perfect day to share this painting. Simply titled “Nausicaa,” this piece is inspired by Miyazaki’s film “Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind.” Miyazaki’s films always have environmental themes that emphasize how important it is for humans to live with and to protect the […]
Read more "Nausicaa"While I continue working my way through all the Studio Ghibli films, please enjoy yet another Totoro painting. I can assure you it won’t be the last! Painting Totoros has given me a sense of peace during these troubled times. He comforts me the same way he comforted Mei and Satsuki and I am so […]
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