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Model Pageantry ll
Roxana Villa. This post continues my celebration of people that have modeled for me throughout my art career. Click on the images to see them larger. Roxana Villa for the “Blue Mage” When I needed reference for specific illustrations, I would … Continue reading
Model Pageantry
Polaroid of Victoria Lowe. Circa 1989. I love people. I love the human figure. The body is a magnificent creation and I enjoy celebrating it in my art. Much of my imagery conceptually begins with the human being. The body … Continue reading
Winter is Coming
Winter is Coming, (detail) mixed media. Model- Lara Pydde. Soon to be a new print.
Art Goddess
“Art! Who comprehends her? With whom can one consult concerning this great goddess?” -Ludwig van Beethoven Model is Isabelle Howell.
Goddess Muscle
“Goddess Muscle” with Jessica Lough. In solidarity with women’s rights and the Women’s Marches around the world. The Goddess is Rising.
Divine Repose
“Divine Repose,” (detail) is inspired by classic cyanotype prints, specifically of the Pictorialism genre of the 19th century. Model is the beautiful Ashley Hackett.
Artful Pages
One of the things Jeff Burne and I worked especially hard on with my book was the design. We wanted a sequential story of my art career to run through the pages, but desired to have each spread become beautiful statements … Continue reading
Blue is Beautiful
These photo sketches are experiments. Much of my art is all about the process of pushing materials, innovating, reinventing and transcending the possibilities of what different mediums can bring to light. Whether drawing, painting, or taking pictures there is sure to be … Continue reading
Congratulations to Sofia
Sofia Bernardez a recent graduate of Highland Hall Waldorf School and talented fashion designer received a scholarship to El Istituto Europeo di Design in Barcelona. I shot photos of her fashions at Matador Beach in Malibu. The fabric designs are hand dyed with plants. … Continue reading