6×6 Gallery and H2Awesome

My good friends Patrick and Julie from Charmingwall are starting a new gallery project. It’s called the 6×6 Gallery, where all the pieces are 6 inches by 6 inches. It’s gonna open on Friday, Oct 2nd, from 6 – 8pm. It looks like an amazing gallery with so many different artists, it’s sure to be a fun event. I’ll definitely be there. Here is a pic of my contribution:

I saw a bunch of the other paintings, there are so many wonderful pieces. Katie says there’ll be a small puppet show as well, which is sure to be lots of fun. If you decide to come, say “Hello.”

Also, as if that weren’t enough, afterwards I’ll be celebrating my friend Charlie’s birthday. Charlie is the co-host of the IndieSpinnerRack podcast. He also has a small band called H2Awesome. They’ll be playing at Arlene’s Grocery at 10.

 

Busta Rhymes

When I was growing up, Busta Rhymes was one of my favorite hip-hop artists. Earlier this summer, he came out with a new album–Back On My B.S. The single, If You Don’t Know, has already become my favorite song to come out in a long time. In my excitement, I drew a pic of Busta from the video. It took me a while to add color to it.

Also, here’s the video. And damn, it’s good.

 

A Couple Sketches

Here’s a couple drawings from the sketchbook…

 

Williamsburg

A couple weekends ago, Dylan, Krista, Thomas Turnbull and I had brunch in Williamsburg. It was a wonderful little joint, but we sat right by the open door where wind kept gusting in–I was freezing. Afterwards, we went for a walk. It started raining on us, and my shoes were soaked through. Indeed, the sunny summer Sunday in Williamsburg I had imagined didn’t go according to plan. Still, I got a good sketch out of it.

I’m including the flats, just ’cause I always think it’s interesting to see them. Next Sunday, I’m checking the forecast.

 

Star Trek

Okay, I gotta admit, I’m pretty excited about the new Star Trek movie. I’m not a big J.J. Abrams fan, nor am I a big Star Trek fan, but from the new trailer, it looks like the new movie could be a really solid space epic. And of course, the reviews have been extremely favorable across the board.

I had some free time at the end of the day yesterday and found myself sketching Star Trek pics. I decided to mix together two of my favorite publicity shots.

Here’s what I ended up with:

I really wanted to feel of the classic Star Trek to come across. My only regret is that I wasn’t able to fit in more of Kirk’s boxy captain’s chair. Damn that small piece of paper. Next time I should just draw on my big bristol board, get a more panoramic feel. Anyway, psyched about the new Trek. See you at the movies!

 

Studio Space

Still working on digital coloring. Here’s a sketch I did of my studio space. It’s really in my bedroom. The sketch was done standing on top of my bed. I have an old architect’s desk. Huge, heavy, nice wood–certainly one of my favorite possessions.

 

Factory Girl

An old drawing I found. I kinda like this one.

 

Spacegirl

Still learning this whole coloring via computer thing. Is the coloring too smooth and shiny? How do you add good textures? Any suggestions? Or suggestions for computer coloring sites?

 

Charmingwall

Thanks to everyone who made it out and everyone who meant to! The night was much fun. Mostly, I was taken by how many people showed. Sitting in front of a computer or drawing table a good deal of the day, I sometimes forget I have friends. It was really cool to see so many peeps that I hadn’t in a long time. There was a steady flow of good company all night, and the gallery, though small, was packed throughout the opening. Though, somewhat frazzled by the crowd, I found myself really barely holding any conversation, mostly in host-mode all night, small light conversation.

I think everyone liked to art, or at least I hope so.

Anyway, the whole thing was a lot of fun. Thanks so much!

 

Ali

A painting I recently finished.