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last night I dreamt I was drunk. I dont drink. But I got drunk and I accidentally killed a little man who lived inside a jack in the box. I didnt know he was in there and threw the box in a drunken state. I opened the box and this little dead shriveled man fell out. I felt horrible.

lately I can remember my dreams pretty well. they have been very vivid, Ive been drawing some out. One day I'll paint a collection of just dreams.

bump

I was told this existed, and I guess it does. Neat!

Also I cant believe there is a site dedicated to Adult Swim bumps!

Ryden

here is the full image for one of my pieces for "Homage"

"Bunnies, Bee's, Meat, Mark"

18x24 - oil on canvas

I remember the first time I seen Mark Ryden's work.

It was the cover for "4 non blondes" album "Bigger, Better, Faster, More" and I just would look at the album art and think, man this is great! I had no idea who the artist was, and didnt really look into it. 

But I was 13 and  just started to use oils at the time so even before I knew who he was his work inspired me. 

So it was kinda cool when I saw the rest of Marks work years later then realized it was his work on that album cover.

I dont think I have to explain why Marks work is inspiring to me. 

I know he was and is a big inspiration to a lot of artists. 

And even if you dont like the subject matter, you cant deny his talent. 

Homage opens February 17 at Rivers Edge Gallery.

Prisma Artist Collective!

Im so thrilled to be part of this group! 

Founded by artist Kaspian Shore, Prisma is a collective of 25 artists from around the world, in all stages of art careers coming together to discuss, share and collaborate.  

I was so on board when Kaspian invited me! This is something that I feel most artist need. A Place were we can discuss things that other artists understand and to help each other. Its like a little family!

We will also have shows together.
We have 2 mini shows happening this year, themed "Blood" and "Milk".
And a Whole group show in 2013.

Here is the list of artists: starting from top left

Bec Winnel - pastels - Australia

Rod Luff - pastels, pencil & oil - Australia

Micheal Shapcott - graphite, acrylics & oils - USA

Nom Kinnear King - oils -  England 

Tom Bagshaw - Digital - England

Leontine Greenberg - watercolor, gouache & pencil - USA

Mary-Jane Ansell - oils - England

Casey Weldon - acrylics - USA

Hsiao- Ron Cheng - digital - Taiwan

Kaspian Shore - pencil & acrylic - Germany

Ruben Ireland  - digital /mixed media  - England

Lindsay Carr - acrylic & Gold leaf - Scottland

Jen Mann - oils - Canada

Kelly Mckernan  - colored pencil - USA

Lilly Piri - colored pencil - Australia

Lady Orlando - pencil ink & watercolor - Mexico

Kit Lane - felt & bone - USA

Alex Lousia - pencil and acrylics - Australia

Daria Hlazatova - Ink - Ukraine

Sarah Joncas - oil - USA

Catilin Hackett - pen & watercolor - USA

Kelly Vivanco - acrylic - USA

Allison Sommers -gouache - USA

Nicole Gustafsson - gouache & ink

we have a little Facebook page, that is upadated regularly, and will be doing giveaway's as well.

https://www.facebook.com/prismacollective

And here is the official Prisma website for more images and info on each artist

and info about upcoming shows. Also interviews with the artists, and a shop!

www.prismacollective.com 

on the mend

I had a nice conversation with a friend today. He said I sound in good spirits, and I have to say I am. 

All the resting and reevaluating worked. Im feeling back to normal and better than I was before. 

well anyway on too painting matters. 

Ive been working on a couple pieces for a show going on here in Detroit, at Rivers Edge Gallery. 

The show is called "Homage" and they asked artists to pay tribute to artists who have inspired them. It was tough to choose! but I picked 2, I wont say who yet. But here is a sneak peak of a WIP. 

Im sure some of you will guess this one! 

Still a lot of work to do on both. 

I also started some pieces for an upcoming anniversary show @ Gallery 1988 and a 2 person show Im having with one of my favorite Detroit artist. 

also 

I got to say how much Ive been enjoying Bjorks latest album! 

If you dont have it yet and your a fan you need to get it. Its brillant!