Hello my friends. Love and Hugs to you all. I know I have been sluggish about getting this blog off and running, but now I know where I want it to go and I have discovered it can serve as a website as well, so I am very excited. This will be where you can find new art by me, or see all that I am showing as my portfolio. I will also be focusing on writing inspiring and positive messages to encourage all my brothers and sisters. Life is to short to focus on the negative things that happen and the negative people out there.
First up is a new painting of movie actress Suzi Lorraine. This is the second painting I have done of her since I switch artistic gears, and probably about the 10th piece I've done featuring her altogether.
I don't mean to brag, but if you have been watching my work for the last couple of years, I think it is safe to say that my work is improving with almost every piece I am doing. For the first time since I trained with Masters, I am able to put all of that knowledge into play. When you work as an Illustrator there are a lot of restrains that put on you. Even working for the very best Art Directors is still like working with hand cuffs on. Now I can paint what and exactly how I want to. If I want to spend an extra day or two on something, no problem. I don't have someone screaming about a deadline. It is the most awesome feeling I have ever had as an artist.
Believe it or not, the next painting is for a book cover by my better half, Madison. Although I swore I would never do them again, I can't say no to my sweetheart. If my talent will help sell her books, then so be it. Afterwards though I am doing a portrait of one of the biggest rock stars in history, and I am going to be filmed presenting it to him in a movie being made about his life in June. Can you say 'AWESOME' I will be talking more about that what I start the painting. If you're a friend of mine of Facebook, then you can see it being done step by step. If not, look me up and send me a friends request. As long as you have a real profile, I will accept it. This is going to be a blast. This man has been one of my heros since 1969 when their first album was release. I will tell you more about it in a couple of blogs and start promoting the movie as well.
Although people said I was "Squirrelly" when I gave up being Nick Rose and left the horror business, I knew then what I know now, it was the best decision I have ever made, other than asking Madison to marry me. Once I left all that darkness and dark art behind, my life changed. I am happy everyday. My work has improved in leaps and bounds. My attitude is all about my brothers and sisters and inspiring them with positive messages. I don't know why, but I have been told countless times that I inspire people. So instead of fighting that and denying it, I have decided to do positive works because of it. If I do inspire my brothers and sisters, then maybe I will do more so by sharing the good things I have lived and learned. If I am to have a legacy, then I hope it to be this. Hugs.
If you are looking for art tips, then please join my Facebook like page at this link. At the moment I am happy doing portraits and painting beautiful women, but I am thinking about doing some work in the music industry. That is one of the markets I always wanted to work in, but never really worked for anything other than local or unknown bands. If the chance comes for me to work with a record label or a known recording artist, I think I will have to accept. Music is a big part of my life and it is a thrill to be able to work for someone who's music I have always loved. Just because I have no desire to work for publishers any more doesn't mean I want consider other things.
I am going to be adding some new links to the right hand side, including one to where you can go to see my Nick Rose work. If you're into horror or dark work, you will enjoy it. I will also start taking on Portrait work in April. If you are interested in me painting you in oils, contact me at this link. I am reasonable in price, but not cheap. Minimum is $600.
I would like to introduce you to a another new model to sign on with me. She is a movie actress and professional model as well. Her name is Ashley Almon. She will start showing up in my paintings in April. As you can see she has a very different look that the other beautiful ladies that work with me. I feel she is a wonderful edition, and from talking with her, she is a sweet young lady and a class act.
Thank you for stopping by and checking out my blog, and soon to become my website. My brothers and sisters, always follow your heart. Sometimes you might think it was the wrong thing to do, but it's not. Life isn't perfect and just because something didn't work out the way you wanted it to, doesn't mean it wasn't the right thing. Always remember I have been down some very dark roads in my life, and if you ever feel alone, just write to me and we'll talk about what it is that is going on that has you down. Love and Hugs always. Peace and Blessings.
Hello my friends. I am sorry for the long gap between blogs, but this is a time of growth and healing for me. I will be on track soon, and I promise you some really cool stuff, including videos of me working and hamming it up. A lot of people don't know that when I was in high school I was offered a scholarship in drama to the NC school of the Arts. I turned it down and joined the Army because of the brainwashing of my Step-father. 38 years later and I still resent him for talking me out of taking the scholarship.
The reason for the upcoming videos is that Madison got us a really super nice Nikon camera for me to photograph my work at a very large resolution. Since I am now working on Canvas, scanning doesn't work so good anymore, so I am going to have to depend on photo's to capture my work. The camera also does 30 minute videos, more if I by more memory for it. I think 30 minutes will work fine for what I have in mind though.
Those of you on Facebook have seen these pieces, but the other readers haven't, so I will show them again. First up is the 2nd painting I have done of Model Madeline Frost.
It is on a 16 x 20 canvas, painted in oils. Madison and I are excited because Madeline will be coming to our home next month for a new photo shoot. The original shoot I did with here was more for the Fantasy/horror work I use to do.
The second painting is a portrait I did of myself. My very first. I have never tried to draw or paint myself until this. I felt it was time, considering this is a big turning point in my life.
I think the next portrait I do will be of Madison. I hope to be back with you much sooner than this time with video's to share with you. I have finally decided on the path I want this blog to take, and that is to use it to inspire and encourage all of my brothers and sisters out there. No matter what we each choose to do in life, the path is never easy, and I hope by sharing things I have learned in life that it will help anyone that is looking for answers. I think I can honestly say, I have been through it all. I've been on the bottom, and I've been on top. I have walked into the darkness and followed the path of light. Life is about learning, and I am still learning, but the things I think I have learned, I will gladly share in the hopes that it will help you on your paths.
So until I return, bless you all. Love and Hugs.
