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Chiaroscuro Contest
Help decide the art direction for a promotional image that will represent the new Roxana Illuminated Perfume called Chiaroscuro and be entered in a drawing to win a solid and liquid sampler of the perfume, or a 13″ x 19″ print of the art. Above … Continue reading
Chiaroscuro
Sketch #1 I have been working on a piece for Roxana’s new perfume called Chiaroscuro. This is a fragrance for those who love oriental amber perfumes, jasmine and patchouli. The term Chiaroscuro comes from Italy, referring to the tonal contrasts suggesting volume and … Continue reading
National Bee Awareness Day
Bee Prosperity Did you know I am a holistic bee keeper? Join me at the annual HoneyLove National Bee Awareness Day Event this Saturday, August 18th. The theme this year is: “Sustainable Agriculture Starts with Honey Bees!” at West LA Civic Center (Bandshell Amphitheater), 1645 Corinth … Continue reading
IMPROMPTU
“Impromptu” was created for Roxana Illuminated Perfume. The image reflects the essence of her “Impromptu” botanical perfume which is a finely woven fragrance of sweet, spice, floral, smoke and leather notes. My visual interpretation evokes the creative, sensual, free spirited … Continue reading
Spectrum Fantastic Art Live
Spectrum Fantastic Art Live debuted in Kansas City last week with an aura of inspiration. Truly one of the most amazing groups of talent in one place I have ever experienced. Much credit goes to Arnie and Cathy Fenner along … Continue reading
Topanga Earth Day
Join me at Topanga Earth Day this weekend to celebrate Mother Earth. This is a rocking event and will include many musical performances including Donna Delory, Daniel Bambaata Marley (Bob Marley’s grandson), Leon Mobley drum circle (Sunday, I intend to drum), speakers, yoga, … Continue reading
Perfume, Art, Love, More
Even though my wife Roxana Villa and I work out of our home sometimes we are not privy to what each other is doing because our studios are in different locations. I get lost in my projects and sometimes do … Continue reading
Comic Con 2011
It is that time of year again when San Diego is transformed into a popular art culture paradise. This Wed-Sunday, July 20-24th I will be in booth #5553 with lots of surprises. Take a peek at my illustrated novel The … Continue reading