SITTING BY THE DUNE

Originally posted on my website: 4/20/2022 

Ever have those "whoops, I forgot to upload" moments? Yep, I'm guilty too, and this right here is Exhibit A. As I dive into a little artistic introspection, I've come to realize something intriguing. Some of my all-time faves are those babies that practically leap onto the canvas, no sweat required. And this creation right here? Oh, it's definitely in that cool club.

Ready for the good stuff? Brace yourself for some close-ups that'll give you an insider's look at the magic. But hey, the party doesn't stop there. If you're up for a virtual hangout, I've got a little video waiting for you over at: [insert that super long Instagram link you've got there].

So, there you have it – a sneak peek into the world of "I-forgot-to-upload-but-I've-got-something-cool-to-make-up-for-it." Dive in, enjoy, and let's keep the artistic vibes rolling!

VALUE SCALE STUDY

original posted on my website: 3/27/2022 

So, here's the scoop: I was itching to level up my game on the whole values front. You know, that one aspect that often slips under the radar amidst the artistic hustle. In a quest to give it the attention it deserves, I embarked on a little creative experiment.

My master plan? To tackle an image that would make me confront the very values I've been neglecting. Because here's the kicker: when you start dancing with colors, some of those sneaky hues can totally mess with your value game – making things either lighter or darker. Sneaky, right? But guess what? There's a trick up my sleeve: converting the image to black and white, like your personal artistic time machine. And get this, your phone's got your back for this one.

So, there you have it, my strategic move to sharpen my values game, brought to you straight from my creative headquarters. Feel free to adopt this trick and give your art the value makeover it deserves!

 

THE SKETCH THAT BECAME A PAINTING

 I had a simple plan: whip up a quick sketch on a board for a study. Now, here's where things get interesting – that study turned out to be more captivating than the actual painting it was supposed to prep for. Go figure.

Here's the scoop: I duked it out with that larger painting for a solid year. No matter what I did, it just wasn't clicking. So, I made a call – I packed up the struggle bus and moved on. But you know what? This little study? It earned a spot on the wall.

Funny how life goes, right? What was meant to be a warm-up ended up stealing the spotlight. I liked it so much that I gave it the royal treatment – framed and all, now gracing my living space. A reminder that sometimes the unexpected surprises are the ones that stick around.