Conquest of Land

Thank you! to those who have purchased art from my shop, and thanks to those who have expressed an interest in getting something. it's because of your support that i can continue to make art that i love and avoid getting a real job : )
Here's a peak at a childrens book I'm in the process of illustrating. I don't want to give to much away, But as you might guess, it involves dinosaurs! This is my first attempt at illustrating something in this diorama style. I was inspired by the work of illustrator Jean Jullien who creates amazing diorama illustrations. Oh yeah! the little guy in the diorama is a Tetrapod, one of the first land walking vertebrates.

Setting Up Shop!

Instead of spending my time searching for my next gig, or wondering how long i can keep up this freelance artist thing.
I've decided to invest in a little business of my own. So here's my product! Simple, little, framed pieces of art. My plan is to find a few stores that i can supply and sale them to. Perhaps even set up a shop of my own in a park on a warm sunny day, and here online : )

Kali

Kali ("the black one") is the Hindu mother goddess. She symbolizes dissolution and destruction. She destroys ignorance, maintains the world order, and blesses and liberates those who strive for the knowledge of God.

"UP" Children's book sample Art

Here are a few illustrations i worked on last summer during my internship with Pixar. One of my assignments was to show the UP filmmakers different ways that i might illustrate a children's book for the film. I was so nervous and out of my mind during these conferences, but i tried my best to keep it together. I was always afraid that i would say something stupid, so i would just sit quietly and smile : ) I have so much respect and admiration for the genius's that created this Beautiful film. Not only are they some of the most talented, hard working, intelligent people on the face of the planet, but many of them are genuinely kind, down to earth, fun people to be around.

The Great Outdoors

I went Backpacking/ Camping last weekend. In Northern California there is this beautiful national forest with lots of Mountains known as Trinity Alps. I eat dehydrated food, Hiked a total of 30 miles with my group, and Relieved myself in Nature : )
So I feel like a real outdoors men!

Mothers Day

Here are a few water colored cards i made for the Mama's in my family.

Beware of Dug!

So it's official! I'm not aloud to complain ever again in my life.
Why? because I feel like the luckiest person in the whole, like... since ever!!!
Thank you God, Goddess, eternal Spirit, Buddha, Allah, Jesus, Lao-Zi, Universe, Oprah, everything and everyone!
Because Whether their were forces with or against me, Things played out in such away that provided me such amazing resource's, great opportunities and lovely gifts.
I've been very blessed in my 22 yrs of life. I hope that everyone gets the chance to see one of their dreams become a reality.
Being given the opportunity to Illustrate this book was a dream come true for me.
I'd like to thank Ben Butcher for being one of those forces that fought for me.
Because of Ben, i was inspired and encouraged to illustrate the book using whatever medium i wished to execute it in. Thank you Kat Chanover, Stella Koh, Ricky Nierva, Kelly Bonbright , leigh Anna McFadden, Aiden Cleeland Kelly for being supportive forces, and of course my family & friends.

Anyone who's interested in buying the book might be pleased to know that it's only $3.99. Even during these challenging economic times, that's a good a deal! You can find it at Barnes & Nobles, Borders or order it on Amazon. Click on the link toward the right of the screen if you'd like to order it now: )

peace