Convention and Festival this Weekend!

Hey folks, it's been way too long since I've posted and I'm sure many of you feel abandoned. Well, now's your chance to get all the attention you crave (and pick up some cool art, too). I'll be showing at Heroes Con in Charlotte, NC this Saturday and Sunday. I'll have a selection of prints available and will be taking commissions as well. I will also be catching up with fellow artists Billy Fowler and Adam Goudelock, who will also be plying their wares.

If you can't be bothered to go to NC, maybe you will bother to go to Atlanta for the Artlantis Festival this Saturday. My doppelganger with a beard, Beau Raymond, will be selling art and making merriment in my stead. Several of my original pieces will be for sale in addition to a variety of prints. There will be heaping ton of cool artists showing, so make the trip downtown!

 Goblin Grub

Mixed Media

Bitesized show this Friday!

Stop by Aurora Coffee at little five points and enjoy the show:

I'll have some prints and several originals for sale. If you are looking for a unique gift, this is a great opportunity to get some reasonably priced art. If you don't live in the Atlanta area and are interested in purchasing prints, visit my Etsy shop.

DragonCon Day3

Too tired...to write.....anything....else........

Watercolor, Ink, Colored Pencil

DragonCon Day 2

Saturday is the busiest day. There are tons of great costumes. Here's another piece from the show:

Graphite, Watercolor

DragonCon Day 1

Here is a new piece that is on display this weekend at the DragonCon art show.

Watercolor, Ink, Colored Pencil

Goblin Garm

Here is another piece in the Goblin series. This little guy is an eccentric aristocrat that likes to squawk and sing in an unnaturally loud irritating voice. See him on display at the Beep Beep gallery in Atlanta, GA until December 20.

Ink, watercolor, graphite

Bitesized Show

"Bitesized" opens next Friday, December 5 at the Beep Beep Gallery in Atlanta, GA. The reception will be from 8pm - 11pm. The show will feature small works from a variety of local artists. This piece, in addition to a few others I've been working on, will be on display. "Bitesized" will run through December 21. Visit the Beep Beep Gallery's website for more details: www.beepbeepgallery.com

Ink, Graphite, and Watercolor

Art Show Award

Well, Dragon con is over and now it's time to recover and get some sleep. It was great to catch up with some friends that I haven't seen since last year, and it's always fun meeting new people. I had a great time and I am especially excited and honored to have won an award from the Art Show. "Underneath It All" won the Juried Award for Best Color Piece. There was a great showing of some very impressive art, I'm glad to have had the chance to exhibit with so many talented artists. I'm very much looking forward to participating in next year's show.

Dragon Con Art

These are three new pieces created for the Dragon Con Art show in Atlanta, GA. Artists exhibit and sell their work at a gallery style space within the convention. The convention is still in progress, and the attendance has been phenomenal this year. Spending time at the art show is always enjoyable. Several different styles and genres are represented so there is something for everyone. For more information about Dragon Con, visit their website.

The theme for these three pieces is derived from Norse mythology. The children of the god Loki and the giantess Angrboda are three monstrous creatures. The oldest, Fenrir, is a giant wolf. The other two siblings are Jormungand, the sea serpent or Midgard serpent, and Hel the ruler of Helheim otherwise known as the realm of the dead. Materials used are ink and graphite on bristol board.

Fenrir

Hel

Jormungand

Aves Avelia

Here is the newest piece I've been working on. She's called Aves Avelia. In addition to many others, this piece will be on display at the Dragon Con art show in Atlanta, Georgia this coming weekend.

watercolor, gouache, colored pencil

Art for the Circus Show

I just finished my piece for "The Circus Show" at A Bitchin' Space Gallery in Sacramento, CA. The show will open Sept. 13. Read more about the show here.

Watercolor, Gouache, Colored Pencil, and Ink on 140 lb hot pressed watercolor paper

The Circus Show

I'll be participating in the second annual "Circus Show" at A Bitchin' Space Gallery in Sacramento, California this September. The show will raise awareness about the inhumane treatment of performing animals and proceeds of the sale of works will be donated to several non-profit organizations.

There will also be performances, rides, and much more. Here is a quote from the gallery's website:

"The invitation-only gallery show has over 100 national
and international artists participating. The performance
line-up starts with Dan Piraro, creator of Bizarro, who will
be joined by comedian and MC, Keith Lowell Jensen, singer Larisa Bryski, plus the Kings of Drag,
jugglers, belly dancers and other performers, freaks, artist-made midway games and rides, as well
as raffle prizes including original artwork and so much more."

Opening Reception

I just got some photos of the "Deep Dark Woods" opening reception courtesy of the illustrious photographer and illustrator, Adam. The opening was a very huge success and lots of people showed up to view the work. In addition to the gallery opening, we also celebrated Earth Hour and all the lights were turned off from 8 - 9pm. Lit candles were given to each person that entered the gallery. The effect was quite eerie and really gave a surreal atmosphere to the show. It felt as though you had discovered some abandoned house in the middle of a deserted city and there happened to be all this strange art on the walls.

After the lights turned back on, people really started to show up in earnest and it became a real party. The place was packed and everyone was having a great time viewing the art. Thanks again to the Beep Beep Gallery for a great time. The show will be up until April 20, so be sure to stop by and check it out. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12 - 6pm.

Deep Dark Woods

I'm participating in a group show at the Beep Beep Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia. The theme for the show focuses on the darker side of fairy tales. There will be a good deal of strange imagery, monsters, goblins, and various other interesting characters. The opening reception will be held March 29 from 8 pm until 11 pm.

Beep Beep Gallery
696 Charles Allen Drive
Atlanta, Ga

"Seasons" show at Young Blood Gallery

I just picked up the flier for the annual "Seasons" show at the Young Blood Gallery and Boutique in Atlanta, Georgia. I and 39 other artists will have their work on display. Opening reception is December 1st from 7pm until 11pm. Check out Young Blood's website for more info.