I am preparing for my trip to Australia, attending the Surf n’ Ink Convention & Rites of Passage Festival…. also I will have a painting being shown at the 100 Fires Art Show….

“The 100 Fires Art Exhibition is focused on The Concept of The Rites Of Passage, A look into The history of Art making and indigenous cultures, To rebirth The connection of Spirituality and mythology in both the ancient and the modern world. To embrace the earth as our mother and to redefine our cultural and historical roots within tribal principles of The arts and tattoo culture, and most importantly to rebuild a harmonious connection with nature. This exhibition will focus on the recreation of old concepts and mythology, juxtaposing them within the context of society and culture today. As we pay homage to our ancestoral roots, and native forefathers who have paved the way for the future generations of artists. “

I do still have availability for both of these conventions so please feel free to email me here on my contact page if interested.

here is my contribution to 100 fires:

As 2010 comes to a close, 2011 is already knocking on the door yet I have a few projects to finish up by the first week of January. My travels came to an end the beginning of November and I have been settling back at home in Breckenridge…. and the snow is goooood!  2010 has been a fun yet challenging year… and it’s only right to have it end on a busy painting note.  Just recently finished this painting,

“Luna Cocoon” 16″/20″ oil on canvas board

I have great things to look forward to in 2011, I will be making my first trip to Australia for Surf n’ Ink Tattoo convention January  21, 22, 23 and the following weekend the new and exciting Rites of Passage Fest held at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne Australia.  I was asked to show a piece of art work for the 100 Fires Art Exhibition held during the Rites of Passage.  I am super excited about this, check back to see my contribution and further information about the exhibition.

Lastly, I wanted to take a moment and let you all know about the new book “Sharp-Focus Realism in Oil” by Nick Baxter. After a month of waiting patiently I finally received my copy. It is a gorgeous book for sure!  Flipping through the pages and seeing the layout, detail, over flowing of informative knowledge; it’s definitely under priced at just $60.  “Aimed specifically at helping tattoo artists who are seeking to expand their artistic practice into a second medium, this book makes many helpful comparisons between the tattoo and painting mediums; at the same time, it encompasses enough information to be of immense value to all aspiring realist oil painters, from beginner to intermediate level.”

purchase here

Well Here’s to 2010! Have a wonderful holiday season!!  xoxoxoxo

Just a quick update on my travel dates around Arizona, Las Vegas and to West Palm Beach Florida, I do still have some available time left if interested please email me directly through my contact page!!  I will not be returning for quite some time after these dates since I will be settling in Colorado to enjoy the winter through April!! With the exception of my travel to Australia in January,  and on that note i am looking forward to tattooing in the southern hemisphere! It’s going to be so much fun and a great experience!! If you know anyone down under, help spread the word. Dates and locations of my travels to Australia can be found below.  xoxo

I am unable to make the trip down to Hell this year, but this is one show that you cant miss….Hell City in Scottsdale, one of the best shows, some of the most amazing artists show casing their talents in tattooing and live painting…. a piece of me will be there, (pretty close to literally) I sent a painting down for the gallery show… hope you get to see my latest work in person, it will be on sale too! Have fun!!