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Digital Illustrations

Bovine Rendering Process

"Dan"

Dan is the Tripolasaur's alter ego and not all of Dan's heads appreciate his vocal range.

Tripolasaur

This is my story behind my creature the "Tripolasaur."

The Tripolasaur is an Oracle and guardian to the deity Jdow. If you’re granted an audience with the Tripolasaur you are to ask it a series of questions. If it finds your questions or your life’s purpose worthy, the deity Jdow will bestow it to you. Unbeknownest to would-be travelers, this creature only grants an audience to Jdow to the men and women with the blackest hearts.

The Chase

Charcoal Study

Charcoal  Study 18 x 24

Animal Sketches

Everything seems to be a WIP (work in progress). It's how I overcome "artist's block."

Board Book WIP

WIP Oil Painting - "Doris"

This is a WIP oil painting, I will post the finished piece as soon as I add the details and proper shading.

Oil Painting on Canvas Board

This is the finished oil painting 18 X 24 on canvas board

Oil Painting in Progress - Steps One and Two

This is two steps in a three part process to the final work. I have to soften that harsh shadow shape to the viewers right because the eye is drawn there and I don't want that to be the focus. The shadow shapes on her face need to be enhanced.18 X 24 oil on canvas board.

Caravaggio Reproduction

This is my version of a Caravaggio work. I love his use of chiaroscuro. The first image is my underpainting or grasaille. The original work is titled "Christ at the Column." 18 X 24 oil on canvas board.