The Marseille Companion Opening Friday, April 13th 2012

The Marseille Companion
Stands as a visual journey through the soul of the artist. In a recreation of what is known as “Star Spread” – a five card spread, using the formidable archetypes and virtues prescribed in The Tarot De Marseille. One of the oldest known and complete tarot deck in human history, originated in Italy during the 15th century. Initially used as a simple card game to pass the time, the tarot has picked up many mysticisms of its power and intended use over centuries. The Series of works depict a visceral portrayal of ones reality and forces the painter to question the very foundation of ones existence against the universal values found in the cards.

“For me the tarot is sacred. It has a being and a definitive purpose which lends to its divinity, making it an illuminating traveling companion.”  -Dustin Nowlin

 Arts Collinwood  

15605 Waterloo Road  Cleveland, OH 44110

(216) 692-9500

Thurs.-Sat. from 11 am- 11 pm. With a Gallery Talk on Thursday, April 26 at 7 pm featuring the exhibiting artist and guest speaker Douglas Max Utter. 

Peony

Did this awhile back, I haven't shared anything in minute

True Til Death...

Repainted a page out of the ole Spaulding catalog for my pals over at True Til Death Tattoo Company (formerly F/X Tattoos) in Ashtabula, OH. It was a lot of fun, I love getting a chance to get into these kind of biker style designs from the past.

Last Painting of 2011...

Just a companion piece to go along with the Tibetan tiger flash sheet from earlier this year.

Chomsky speaks about Human Destiny

Panther Party

Panther Power, 4''x6'' ink, gold leaf, and pearlescent paint on board.

(Cover-up)

 Both pieces were completed separately but based on the same drawing conceived earlier this month.

Double Feature Galley Soft Opening!

 Last weekend my friend Rachel Hunt along with her cohorts Jared Frankel, Mike Marine, and Mickey Munroe opened Double Feature Gallery. The newest edition to The Gordon Arts District on Cleveland's west side. 

I really liked these ones by Andy Hunt!

Tom waits inspired?

The night was alive with jubilant energy and the location is simply amazing, next door to the historical Capitol Theatre. Making the area a great place to see premiere works of art!  

Ed Hardy Teaser

Isaiah Icon

Recently completed a three-quarter sleeve of The Holy Prophet Isaiah. This piece was exceptionally interesting and enjoyable, as I had the opportunity to blend a variety of styles I utilize throughout my work. Icons, byzantine, wood block, and more were referenced while constructing the design for this tattoo. A big thanks goes out to its wearer Jeremy, for being such an awesome sport for getting this!    

Thunder and Lighting...

Vajra  

-in Sanskrit is equivalent of the Tibetan word dorje. which carries many meanings: Indra's thunderbolt, the lamas' sceptre, and the diamond, the most resilient substance in nature. This was a lot of fun, the dot work within the pattern was especially enjoyable! Thanks again Danny!

Raijin

-the Shinto God of Lighting

Dranther

4''x6'' Ink on watercolor paper.

For an upcoming collaborative book project next year.

Fall Preview

The Wheel Of Fortune. (or How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love The Bomb.) 

5'x3' oil on canvas.