Jet engines, that's how. Ken?... Ferguson, a legend in ceramics and former professor at KCAI, he loved his hares. Google it. I like turtles, yes, just like that kid in the video. Google that too. Turtles carry their home wherever they go. They are the RV of the animal world along with snails and hermit... Continue Reading →
Back to High School
I finally reached mobility nirvana. Meet Sandy. She was my first new car. It was kind of like my backpack but much much bigger and way more comfortable. I can now attempt to start making studio work again. A friend of mine who attended high school with me reached out to see if I was interested... Continue Reading →
The One Eyed Snake
After about a year and a half of working in the engine shop, I had received enough training to have accepted more responsibilities and duties as an inspector in the process of engine repair. I inspected more complex parts that required a more measured approach with attention to detail. The chief inspector at the time... Continue Reading →
Mamita
It means little mama in Spanish and it's supposed to be a pet name for a daughter or spouse. A coworker called me mamita once in an attempt to take a swipe at me because I was the new guy... and it stuck. Lob a stone at me, I'll wear the bruise with pride and... Continue Reading →
Grounded in the Sky
I was still having work issues at the time but the owners of the company were the type to look the other way on certain things. I did not have any serious responsibilities at my new job so there was little risk involved. I did not forsee the explosion of creative juice that would be... Continue Reading →
The Ascent
During this time, I felt defeated. Unable to find work and lacking control of my life launched my thoughts into disarray. Unfocused and without direction, I began to wander away from creating. I even stopped drawing in my sketchbooks for some time. Too much thought went into a past I couldn't change, too much energy... Continue Reading →
Welcome Back D.O.
College was a special journey which established a strong foundation for what would be a very exciting path that my life took once I finished my formal education. Ive met people from all walks of life who have had a clear impact in the direction my art has taken; traveled to places that changed the... Continue Reading →