We meet again... Sneakers

WOOO-EEE! I haven't done any shoes in a while.  

The main reason... they are incredibly time-consuming which brings me to frequently turn down shoe requests. However, I absolutely love creating kicks for one client in particular.  These have been by far my favorites I've done for him so far.

Do Big Things

Blooming

Old artwork. New life.

Years ago, a friend of mine told me that one of the best places to find a painting surface was at the thrift store.

 He told me all about priming doors and the tops of tables to become elaborately decorated pieces. Bed sheets stapled to wooden planks would become cheap canvas as well. Last but not least, in the right hands, reclaimed artwork can have a brand new outlook on life.

Passing these two paintings recently, I was struck with inspiration and the concept of praying.  I couldn't help but bring them home with me. Enjoy.

The frames are to be refinished next.

What $2.99 got me...

Where my paintbrush got me...

Series: Pray/Prey (2)

2015

Mixed Media - Acrylic Paint

Framed

Painting - Octopus

Paint is not my favorite medium - mainly because I haven't mastered it quite yet.
Just this month, I have been commissioned to do quite a few paintings (this octopus being the first).  I am loving the challenge so far....


Outline of the beast and beginnings of the garden


Garden complete - on to touch ups, color, and a background

Octopus - 2015

Acrylic Paint

24'' x 48''

Animals in Nature

Spring just around the corner puts me in a flowery mood

Sketchbook Doodles

Painted Purses

Hand painted some wallets and purses to get a feel for Angelus Brand leather paints.

Loving it so far!

White leather large clutch

Purple front flap wallet

Front flap cross shoulder hand bag

HOBO wallet

Inspiration

Conversations with friends recently have really got my brain thinking in new ways.  Everyone is going through something.  These drawings were inspired by some of those conversations.

The Reach

Ahead of Yourself

Escape

The Creative Businessman

Smaller Drawings

Sketchbook within arms reach.

Draw Every Day

I have felt so motivated and inspired by drawing each day.  It has been a great way to decompress from work an daily life while I learn new skills.  I can see my own improvement daily and notice myself thinking more creatively in all aspects.

 Updates to older pieces

2015

Each year, I challenge myself to try something new in the hopes of creating a good habit. This year, I am challenging myself to draw every single day. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Not only will this form a new habit within me but I will learn a great deal.  Within the last few days, I have already noticed leaps and bounds of improvement with the growth of my own skills.  I am forcing myself to look all around for inspiration and explore more.  Each step in the process is positive, fulfilling, and rewarding.