New work pics coming, but until then.....

For all you Burning Man fans: This is a picture of the incredible sculpture "Bliss" which was created and installed on Treasure Island on the SF Bay. My friend, Erin, was raving about it and her enthusiasm was contagious. This structure is awesome...huge AND delicate. If in the area, I strongly suggest checking it out......(and there are wineries on Treasure Island too, who knew.)

If not in the area, slightly more info here: 

http://earth.burningman.com/brc/art_installation/758/

http://blissdance.us/

Mother's Day

Wishing the best for all the mothers and grandmothers on this special day. I've included the Mother's Day card presented to my lovely wife, Malia. Yes...that's how it is around here, can't really buy a card, can I?

My work will be up at Bocanova Restaurant in Jack London Square until late June. Beautiful place. Go check it out if you are in town. http://bocanova.com/

One of my fave contemporary artists to expand your mind: http://www.chrisberens.com/. Keep in mind.....no Photoshop used. It's sick.

Also working on some new work. Recently I've been interested in both the design and meaning behind Totem poles. I'll post some "in progress" photos soon.

A place to see my work in Oakland

I just finished hanging some work in the popular Jack London Square eatery "Bocanova." The work is a combination of old and new. I especially like the room the pieces are showing in. Elegant use of reclaimed wood and fixtures work well with the distressed surfaces and vibrant colors of my work. You should head down there to see it and while you're there have dinner or brunch.

Check it out: http://bocanova.com/index.shtml

Fun with portraits.

I gave out some drawings at the opening of the "Restructured" show last Thursday...(Thanks to all that came out. Fun and Tecate!) People got to pick a drawing.... unfortunately, I didn't make enough for everybody. Here is an example of a couple I made today for some friends, (Edgar Allen Poe and The Dalai Lama.) Quite a contrast in subject matter, I know. If you want one, let me know.

I'm thinking there are some illustrated stories coming in 2011.
Stay tuned.

Something all artists, young and old, should know about.

I discovered this website while thumbing through the December 2010 issue of Juxtapoz Magazine. G. Lewis Heslet ,(former IT guy turned Film-maker), creates these amazing film shorts that candidly display the work of creative people....some you've heard of, some not. But all compelling, fun and inspirational.

Check it out.
http://thecreativelives.com/

What it looks like...

I will be part of a 4 person show called Restructured at  HangArt www.hangart.com. The artist lineup: David DeFelice, Peter Dimick, Nancy Spoelhof and myself. Exhibition dates January 3-15, 2011.

The artist reception is on Thursday, January 6, 2011 from 6 - 8 pm.