Monolith

'Monolith'

36" x 36"

Acrylic. 2011.

New painting finally completed. This one is clearly quite different from its predecessors as the initial observations for this work were made from an actual model. It was constructed with cardboard and playdough. I think the fact that this particular environment was directly observed gives the finished product an uncanny quality. Yes, this otherwordly scene was painted from observation.

I'm preparing for East Austin Studio Tour and one of my recent paintings ('Vision Thing') will be featured in an E.A.S.T group show opening on Oct. 22nd at 916 Springdale Rd., Austin, Tx, 78702 and running throughout the tour. Exciting times we live in.

Monsters

Monster I

9" x 10"

Mixed Media. 2011.

Monster II

9" x 10"

Mixed Media. 2011.

Continuing along similar lines to my recent comic, I have here two mixed media drawings of monsters. They were done primarily with acrylic, ink and Prisma. The drawings were done for the upcoming Monster Show at Austin's Domy Books. I really recommend checking Domy out if you're in the area- it's a bookstore and gallery that specializes in everything cool. (i.e. Zines, Comixs, Art Books, Poetry, Manifestos, etc.) It has sort of a counter culture vibe, but is spacious, well-curated and neatly organized. Definitely one of the best spots in Austin. Anyway, these drawings are based on celebrity photos. I'd be really interested if anyone could guess who these monsters are modeled on.

Dimensions

It has been a while since I've posted drawings here, I know. Well let me remedy that by posting for your enjoyment the first comic I've drawn in my "adult" life. No superheroes here. ('Nickman' has been retired, but my likeness is heavily featured here.) It's for the upcoming Dimensions III collection published by my good friend Zejian Shen. As a comics novice, it's really an honor to be featured alongside such pros as Hiromi Ueyoshi, Tom Toye, Leah Wishnia and others.

Passion Plague

Passion Plague

9" x 12"

Acrylic. 2011.

Vision Thing

Vision Thing

16" x 20"

Acrylic. 2011.

This one really needs to be seen in person. The triangular shape near the top of the composition is painted in 'Interference Orange' and has a beautiful sheen.

Antimodern

Antimodern

16" x 20"

Acrylic. 2011.

D.

D.

18" x 36"

Acrylic. 2011.

New commissioned piece. The typographical element was requested by the client but I think it suggests interesting possibilities for future paintings. What do you think?

My painting Heaven Sent is featured in the latest edition of Beautiful/Decay. The reproduction is actually quite good, although I did have to crop it to fit their format. Speaking of, I now have high quality giclee prints of most of my recent paintings. Contact me for details.