Lost Cities 13-003 The History: This is my story and I’m sticking to it… for now. According to some, old Godzilla movies are meant to be experienced as dramatic cinema. The destruction and chaos build anxiety, but the monster’s uncertain status of good guy or bad guy leaves us with great sadness. I think we … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #244 – Lost Cities 13-003
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #243 – Lost Cities 13-002
Lost Cities 13-002 The History: This is my story and I’m sticking to it… for now. To me, old Godzilla movies are inspired and filled with whimsy. I’m told they were the epitome of dramatic cinema, in some people’s minds and hearts. Here, I’ve reimagined the chaos and intertwined a parade into the feelings. The … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #243 – Lost Cities 13-002
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #242 – Lost Cities 13-001
Lost Cities 13-001 The History: This is my story and I’m sticking to it… for now. Inspired by the chaotic scenes in the old Godzilla movies and reimagined in the context of a ticker tape parade. I have always been amazed at the amount of mess that must be left behind after the parade, almost … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #242 – Lost Cities 13-001
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity – Part 9 – Cult Films & Cityscapes
Part 9 - Cult Films & Cityscapes I believe this whole series came out of some dreams until I realized what was popping up on my Pinterest feed had something to do with it. I had started following a page that showed older movie posters and pulp-fiction cover art. A great many of them showed … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity – Part 9 – Cult Films & Cityscapes
My Favourite Art Supplies – Varnish Effects
Liquitex Varnishes: Gloss, Satin, & Matte. The Review: Having these on hand allows you to create contrast effects within your paintings. Placing a gloss finish next to a matt finish can imitate effects of depth. Play with them and see. These don’t tend to dry as slick as Varathane coats and they are a little more … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies – Varnish Effects
My Favourite Art Supplies – A Few Good Brushes
Nylon Paint Brushes: Here’s a great starter kit from Hero Neo, but Windsor & Newton make my favorites. The Review: There are many to choose from and lots of cheap ones out there, but you will want to aim for a little more when you see how fast the glue holding in the hairs fails … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies – A Few Good Brushes
My Favourite Art Supplies – The Best Acrylic Paints
Amsterdam Acrylic Paints: The Review: I’ve chosen Amsterdam because the colors tend to be sharper and more vibrant. Also, it is relatively easy to find them in the more economical tubs, instead of the tubes. When I’m mixing or diluting the paint I’ve often gone for the less expensive Pebeo brand for its better viscosity. … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies – The Best Acrylic Paints
My Favourite Art Supplies: Gesso – The best blank canvas maker!
Liquitex Basics Gesso Surface Prep Medium: The Review: I’ve tried all sorts of gesso and almost all work the same for me. This is an economical format and has been the best bang for my buck when I need it. I don’t suggest you mix it with paints or tints, but if I’m honest, I … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies: Gesso – The best blank canvas maker!
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #103: The Kite Flyers
The Kite Flyers: The History: Here’s my part of the story. Tell me what you see and start the next chapter… While wandering in a dream battle between Dali & Miro, a vast series of images flooded my mind and I simply drew and drew, then I lat the paint flow... This is a young … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #103: The Kite Flyers
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #102: The Mexican
The Mexican: The History: Here’s my part of the story. Tell me what you see and start the next chapter… Following a discovery of Oaxacan art, I delved into researching Day of the Dead imagery and history... this rich holiday is full of beauty and emotion... it would be easy to get lost in the … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #102: The Mexican
The New Renaissance Mindset 