It's the ShizNICK!

 

Hello hello! I was given the privilege to be a participant in iam8bit's "It's the ShizNick!" Show dedicated to all things 90's Nickelodeon. The show will be beginning tomorrow, April 19th at iam8bit gallery on Sunset Blvd in California.  They were looking for something more than a straight character redesign, they were looking for something a bit different.

I decided to draw one of Nick's catchiest tunes, "Bangin' on a Trash Can" by Doug Funny and Skeeter Valentine!(with older, retro versions of them thrown in there of course :] ). To this day I'll catch myself humming that tune without realizing I'm doing it. If you find yourself doing the same I hope you appreciate this piece as well.

Momento Mori

A Momento Mori Amongst the Lily and the Poppy Flowers…

Dark reminders beneath such a beautiful surface. Lady Nightshade mourns amongst the flora that give voice to both death and life.

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

I've decided to dedicate this piece to my friend Michael Curcio. 

I'll miss you. You were a character in every essence of the word. Those you met you managed to always leave a lasting impression. I'm sorry the world didn't seem like enough. I've been there. I hope you're resting easy, brother. The world lost a good person today.

This is a piece for the Macro & Micro show for the folks at Light Grey Art Lab. You can find out more about the show here.
 

Pikmin Wii U Launch Exclusive Print!

There's not enough Pikmin art in the world, so I made some! This was a private commission, I was asked to draw a Nintendo themed piece to celebrate the launch of Nintendo's Wii U for folks that managed to nab it on release.

I've also decided to start using Tumblr!

Of Album covers

A buddy of mine who's trying to make waves over in NYC music scene wanted a cover done for one of his singles, so here's my ish. He's going by "NocturnalZ", so go give 'em a listen. I'm pretty pleased with this and over all, the way my work's been evolving in general.

I think my hiatus may have helped me to figure out where I was headed with my illustrations. Could use some steady income, but for now I'll take my extra time to make this stuff even better. 'Til next time.

Megaman X Rush

This is my contribution to the upcoming "Press Paws" show. The theme being, "animals in video games" as the proceeds from the show will be going to a local Los Angeles Dog Rescue. Doggies are a big yes in my book, so how the heck could I say no?

I chose two of my favorites, Megaman and his best buddy Rush! This will be a one and done run off. If you were looking to buy this piece it'll be exclusively at Gallery Nucleus in Alhambra, CA. The show's set for February 9th, check it out if you're in the area!

Big thanks to Amelia Cantlay for the invite!

Lost

Long time no update. Got a little lost, so I drew myself to help find myself. I'll be updating more frequently, I've got some work to do.

Super Mario Bros. 8-Bit Champions in Paris

This is my tribute to the Super Mario Brothers for the 8 Bit Champion show in Paris, France at La Flaq Gallery. As always a special thanks to the Autumn Society and Chogrin for the invite.