"Viva La Raza" stickers
Since I was having trouble finding a new company to be my shirt printer, I had to find a way to keep people aware of "La Raza". I began to produce sticker and I have been getting a wonderful response. I'm even making them for my other shirt line "Chaos Streetwear" doing this helps me understand what true unity and understanding to our culture is like. The wonder and beauty from whci I have come from has much to study and I hope one day we all can learn to appreciate each others culture.
Til then ....
"Nite Give Birth to Imagination"
GAMERA REBIRTH
Inspired by the Netflix series and being a long time fan, I felt it was time to pay homage to the Guardian of the Galaxy.
Every ones know of Godzilla, but now it's time to Introduce the flying turtle. Also a little tid bit, he's a protector of kids..
This particular piece is done on a 11 x 17" Canson board with color pencils. Til next time....
"Nite Gives Birth to Imagination"
Gatchaman parody movie poster
Taken from the original design, a friend suggested that I do something ore dramatic, soI took a long hard look at what Gatchaman is. It's also the vehicles and since I couldn't put them all in, I settled on the Phoenix and whats best about the Phoenix, is the Firebird. It got crazier by making it a movie poster including acters and actress along with a few well known companies. It would be nice if it came to fruition. Well to the next time.... "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination"
Vampirella
Currently I'm looking to get a gig doing covers, so I though I would play or draw one of my favorite characters. It is a great way to get my drawing skills up to par and see where I need to improve my digital skills. Let the practicing begin.... more soon
Til the next time
"Nite Give Birth to Imagination"
Roll the Bones Shirt Design
Here is a small tribute if you will to the first roll playing game I've ever participated in. However since it's nameless in appearance it can be used for just about any game that has dragons. Guess this all coincides with me getting back to my original objective of doing more sword and sorcery images not to mention it looks pretty good as a shirt. I do look upon it and wonder if I should have colored the gateway to make it more complete?. Who knows it just might happen.
Til the next time "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination".
Shirt Design Critical Hit
As you might know along with my "Chaos Streetwear" line I have a sub line called "RED", it's pretty straight forward all designs are on black shirts with grey, white and a touch of Red. Funny how I designed this during a strange time. WTC, is in deep with their patrons due to some not so kind decisions. I don't know if this means it will sell or only time will tell. Find it here
Til then "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination"
Dragon Warrior
As stated in my privous blog, I'm searching within myself to find that energy / passion I believe need rekindling. Like most artist I look to the net for models to be inspired by, I came across a young semi goth lady (@barbra_horacek ) she has a sense of hidden power and bit by bit everything came about. I'm loving this venture not only because of the subject matter , but to lay it all out using textures and looking up weapons that I could include and even have some story behind it all.
Til then "Nite Give Birth to Imagination"
The Bounty
For a long time now I've been doing a lot of heroes, comics, cartoon characters and various many things. Deep down I wanted to get back to where it all started for me doing medieval / sword & sorcery type of art. This pencil illustration is the after math of the battles that happen of the the bounty that is found or looted. Sometimes is a no win situation when looking for that one particular item that's can change your life.
Til the next time "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination"
TCS Mascot
round the beginning of the year I met up with the founder and principal of Time Community Schools. It was the first time I stepped foot in a enclosed school before, I got to pick his mind on what he was looking for and what it meant to him for it to represent. As we got close to finalizing the design, he asked me to attend a class room of kids to get their input so they too can say the mascot also represents them. I have to admit it was something i wasn't use to, however they are the client and I'll do what it takes to make them happy. After that we created a shirt / hoodie for the kids to show their school spirit and that was fun to say the least.
Til the next time "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination".
Band Maid Concert Shirt
Before the new year I had the opportunity to see these talented Ladies live. Along with my daughter and God daughter we planned an excited evening, I wanted to make it extra special so I came up with an idea to design my first concert shirt, It took some time and was a combination of hand drawn and digital touches, but I got it done and the response to my shirt was wonderful, for once I was very pleased with myself and with what I created. My only disappointment was not being able to see them in a meet and greet so I could see their expressions. Well maybe one day I will get the chance , who knows.
Til then "Nite Give Birth to Imagination"
New Look
As of the beginning of the new year I decided to make a change, not only in how or what I do, but in the look that best represents me. "Max" is still with me, he just has a more shall we say grown up look to him. I felt that people / business did take me seriously with a cartoon icon and it seemed like a good time to also represent my heritage something I've been feeling strong about. Thank you for supporting NWS and I will always shoot for the stars to get you what you need.
Til the next time "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination".
Band Maid - Pop design
RED DRESS
An Australian model caught my attention. This full figured lady has been captured as sweet, sexy, exotic and most of all classy. Based on what I have seen, Stefania has a wonderful heart and it shows. The pictorial of her in the red dress became my muse. I usually prefer ladies in a black dress, but I wanted to capture the classiness and wanted to do it in a Art Nouveau style. The combination of its simplicity and incredible detail gives it a glamorous, yet soft touch feel. The design of the elements can be difficult at times, the hard part is making the the subject have that soft appearance. I hope you enjoy Red Dress.
Til the next time " Nite Gives Birth to Imagination".
Dying Man's Last Kiss
Via email, my son's classmate reached out to me to create a tattoo for him. We went back in forth via email. I asked him the what's, how's & who's concerning the tat. The first was the idea of just a man whom a woman is kissing before he dies, I proposed the idea of Day of the Dead and he suggested about a warrior.. he like my concept of the dying Aztec warrior and ( La Murete stealing the life from the man ), thus A Dying Man's Last Kiss
The second illustration is the concept of Man Caught Between Heaven & Hell. I had moments when I questioned myself where I stood in this picture. I have to admit it did put a strain on me spiritually and emotionally.
Til the next time "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination".
Angel of Rock
This is embodiment of Rock Music, this Rock Angel is designed, so you can feel the radiance of his guitar as you see him through the mist. The rhythm of the night is to be heard amongst the cry of the wolves and backed by the chanting of rising corpses. Using various bits and pieces from actual heavy rock musicians I put together this icon, "The Angel of Rock" released by Chaos Streetwear, is for those who like Metal, Classic Rock, Alternative or any other form of rock. My mission is to wow the person who wears it as well as to make it an image of discussion with others.
Looking to the masters like Frazetta and Boris to name a few. To quote a phrase Rock isn't dead, it's the sign of the times.
Til then "Nite Gives Birth to Imagaination"
Voyage into Space
Well if you're a person like me who grew up on monster movies, anime & comics chances you heard of Johnny Sokko And His Giant Robot. The whole good versus evil resonates from this show. Using the uniform of the Unicorn agents, the colors and shapes these became the background for the piece, also I needed Giant Robot to be the main focus. The supporting characters are Johnny Sokko "U7" & his partner Jerry "U3", the base of the piece is the ending scene, the final battle between, Giant Robot and Guillottine. Enjoy this color pencil and acrylic piece. Til then "Nite Gives Birth to Imagination"