Acrylic latex on primed plaster. 24″ x 36″.
This mural of St. Anthony was finished last week. The patron saint of missing persons and lost things was used in a fluid and continuing narrative at the Botanica. I did extensive under painting in this piece. I really wanted to bring out that glowing, radiant quality that usually permeates adoring love.
Acrylic latex on primed plaster, 24″x 36″.
There are some Native Americans who believe that “the richest man is the man who has nothing.” That’s the essence of St. Clare’s story. She and her sisters lived with no money, no shoes, and ate no meat. They lived in a very poor house, yet they were extremely happy because they felt God’s presence all the time. I find that narrative very refreshing considering the times we live in. All our little conveniences grow exponentially by the hour. We are so spoiled by modern technologies. The thought of choosing to live in poverty in order to obtain that devine connection is as admirable as it is profound.
Acrylic latex, 24″ x 36″.
I just finished this mural of young John the Baptist. I really enjoyed painting the piece. Many subtle layers help to create a radiant glow throughout. He is part of a grand narrative in the current series, but he is also known as the prophet who prepared for Jesus’ coming.
Acrylic latex on primed plaster. 3′ x 5′.
Our Lady of Sorrows, a variation of the Virgin Mary, kicked off the new mural set I’ve been commissioned to do. It prompts us to keep our eyes on the prize (true beauty), despite the ugly hardships that life can bring. I feel great about the piece!
That is a pastel drawing I created in 2003, from one of our favorite places on Earth.
It is a sacred center of power and magick, here in the heart of Miami. It is Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, and it is our special place.
And now, thanks to Iron Man 3, the whole world gets to join us…
Very exciting times.
As I drink my moring coffee and get ready to walk the dog down the street to the American Airlines Arena, I am reminded of all the times Chris Bosh entered the playoffs as a Raptor. Times have changed. Drastically.
Good luck Chris, bite their heads off.
We have been teaching the wonderful Beaux Arts Spring Break Art Camp at the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami, enjoying the glowing creativity of a nest full of marvelous young artists. Little did we know how much fun this week would really be. Thanks to the amazing kindness and overwhelming generousity of Chris and Adrienne Bosh, their Team Tomorrow Inc. foundation graciously partnered with Divine Delicacies to brighten the Spring season for all of our lucky students. It was a day that we will never forget, complete with green tongues and autographs from the magnificent Adrienne Bosh and the incredible Tamia Styles.
Happy Spring to one and all!
Spring Break is going to be a blast, with 36 young artists at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum!
Saturday night in Toronto some old friends surprised our favorite player with a “Chef Bosh” birthday cake one week early. Bizarre and beautiful.
Chris and Adrienne Bosh have such a beautiful home, and it is an honor to have my painting displayed inside. I love you Miami!!!
Acrylic latex on primed plaster. 24″ x 36″.
I finished this mural today at Milokan Botanica. It is the smallest in a series of three that I was commissioned to do 10 days ago. The Sacred Heart of Jesus was chosen by the owners as a background presence in the mural. A reminder of the true source of power in their spirituality. Having finally had a chance to step back and take a breath, I feel satisfied with this piece, as well as all the others. The process has left me with a renewed sense of creativity and an eagerness to paint more!!
Acrylic latex on primed plaster. 48″ x 18″.
The St. Barbara mural was done tonight at the Botanica. It was a fairly small space so I was able to finish it pretty quickly. St. Barbara has been known throughout history as the patron saint of military men and engineers who work with explosives because of the old legends that associated her with lightning. She is also a strong figure in modern spiritualism. I loved using complimentary colors as a continuing thread for this entire project. Its been an incredible process!
Acrylic latex paint on primed plaster. 2′ x 4′.
This mural of St. Peter was completed last night at the Botanica. St. Peter was one of Jesus’ original apostles and the keeper of the keys to the kingdom. I think my patrons chose the top of the doorway for Peter as a metaphore for that. I really love how tactile this piece is! The different textures are the result of different treatments in each area.
Acrylic latex, paint on primed surface. 15′ x 10′.
I completed this piece tonight at Milokan Botanica. St. Michael, or the Archangel Michael is a vital part of the patron’s spiritual narrative. In the 4th century he was first seen as a healing angel. Later he became a general, leading God’s armies against the forces of evil. The idea of him also being a protector of youth was what made his image ideal for this space.
Acrylic latex, paint on primed wall. 3′ x 5′.
This mural of the Black Madonna was completed today at Milokan Botanica. The idea of the Black Madonna was first realized as the dark skin of the goddess Isis. Her dark skin (or blackness) was associated with the life-force of all matter. This iconic Earth mother plays an important role in modern spiritualism.
Acrylic and newspaper on canvas. 22″ x 30″.
This piece encroaches on the legendary, “… its bigger on the inside,” principle of the show. The Weeping Angels are there as these ultimate power hungry villains stuck on the outside looking in. Their single greatest ambition is to obtain the box and all the power of time therein. As its own entity, the police box is quite aware of things that are required from it. So I think that the Weeping Angel is a part of its consciousness in terms of the obvious magnetism that exists between them. But the angel is frozen in time without the box.
Acrylic on canvas. 22″ x 30″.
This piece is #2 in the series. I chose Novice Hame because she’s a really controversial figure in the show. On the one hand she and her peers in the senate do everything they can to protect the people of their world, but to the point of tyranny. On the other hand, she is the guardian of the race, trying to ensure that the species is safe guarded from death and disease. She began with the purest of intentions. But her dream was flawed. A fact she was oblivious to until the Dr. pointed it out.
Acrylic on canvas. 22″ x 30″.
This piece is part of a Dr. Who series I’m working on. The show is amazing on so many levels! The themes are universal and there is something really beautiful about time traveling through the universe in something so ordinary as a police box. The Dr. himself has taken on many incarnations since the series began back in 1963. But this series is centered on my favorite incarnation, the 10th Dr., David Tennant. He is both timeless and timely all at once. He brings an element of fun to the dangers that plague our planet. He has a rebelious energy about him that I think serves the Dr. very well. The show is inspired so I think this is a great way to start the new year. Happy 2013 all!!
Collage. Construction paper,paint pen, ink. 12″ x 18″.
Sometimes I feel like I just HAVE to make art, just to know I’m alive. This was one of those days. We were back @ UM in that magical place where we churn out all this incredibly powerful work! There was no question of what we were going to do. It was all about pop art, and mythological icons. It was the best crop of ideas yet! It made me feel absolutely ecstatic, enchanted, and electric!!
That is the thank you note that the mother of one of our students brought to school today, and it warmed our hearts just in time for the holidays. We were fortunate to attend the 2012 Christmas with Chris Bosh event sponsored by Chris and Adrienne Bosh, Burger King, Team Tomorrow, and a host of wonderful organizations:
Thank you, thank you, thank you. And Happy Holidays!!!
We had the extreme pleasure of becoming Santa Bosh’s elves this year, and the holiday joy will last a lifetime. Thank you Chris and Adrienne Bosh, thank you Team Tomorrow, thank you Burger King, thank you each and every one!!!
I had the extreme privelege of giving that painting to Chris and Adrienne Bosh last night at the Christmas with Chris Bosh event for local kids, and this morning I got a surprise on Twitter! Life is good.
Thanks to the big hearts of Adrienne and Chris Bosh, we had a fabulous time tonight entertaining local kids with Team Tomorrow at the Chris Bosh Christmas party. I painted this portrait of the beautiful couple in Venice with their bouncing baby boy Jackson, and I feel honored to have been able to give it to them in person.
Happy Holidays, to one and all.
