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NEW stuff for sale!

2011-08-30T09:42:00.004-03:00

Just added some new items to my online store today - and they could be all yours! The original drawing from the Neil Hamburger 'The Coast' cover from July 14 - July 20 (top). Also, a page of drawings in preparation for the 'Lady Smurfette' painting I did last year. Lots of other cool stuff too including signed prints and original paintings. Check it out here: http://jonodoironstudio.storenvy.com/
As always, enter the word puns at the checkout to save yourself 10% off your order.

The Coast

2011-07-14T10:42:00.003-03:00

It's been awhile since I've updated the 'ol blog here - forgive me! Or don't - see if I care! (Alright, I care. Pweeze forgib me...? I'll do better, I promise!) Above is my cover for the Halifax weekly paper, The Coast. On the cover is comedian Neil Hamburger. If you're not local, but would like to read the article (or the rest of the paper) you can do so here: http://www.thecoast.ca/general/flash/19_07_digitaledition/flipedition.html

Also, I'd like to point out a new link on the side -> I've started up my own online store. I'm selling prints and some original sculptures and drawings. Until the end of the month, use the word 'puns' to save 10% off your order.

This Painting needs a name...

2011-04-01T08:32:00.004-03:00

My largest painting to date at 36”x24” (or 2’x3’). I am giving away a FREE signed poster sized print (18"x24" - shipping included) of this image. Visit and 'like' my facebook page to enter: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jono-Doiron-Studio/148128345248656 acrylic, aerosol and paint marker on wood panel.

LOBSTAR

2011-03-17T20:42:00.003-03:00

Hey Folks, I've submitted another design to Threadless for a possible tee. BUT - I'll need your help to make it happen! Please visit Threadless and vote for the design. If it wins, I'll have some free shirts to give away. Here is the link:

The 40oz Show

2011-02-25T21:34:00.002-04:00

Here is the poster of my next upcoming group show, called 'The 40oz Show'. It will be held at MF Gallery in Brooklyn, New York. I will be unable to attend the opening in person, however I recommend you check it out if you are in NY at the time!

Threadless

2011-02-10T10:35:00.002-04:00

I have submitted a design to Threadless today. If it wins, I will recieve a cash prize for the purchase of the design and it will be available to buy on a t-shirt! Yay!

But I need your votes! Please go to Threadless and vote for the design. You will need to be a member, but signing up is free. Here is the link:

The last day of Argyle Fine Art's 'Pre-Shrunk' show is this Saturday. All the works can be viewed online here: www.argylefa.com
Check the gallery for available works.

Happy New Year! Stuff from Christmas

2011-01-18T22:27:00.005-04:00

Happy New Year, everybody! Above is the info for my first artshow of the year. It is a group show called 'Pre-Shrunk' held at Argyle Fine Art in their new location. Over 50 artists are involved this year and I have 4 new pieces in the show (which I will post after the opening).

Below are some small paintings I did as Christmas gifts. Enjoy.

'Mega Man'

an old SNES game called 'Uniracers'

sort of a Smurfette/She-ra combination... 'Smurf-Ra'!

2010-12-10T19:20:00.001-04:00

To everyone who missed the 'SPECTRUM' artshow Tuesday night: Jake and Anthony from thesponge.ca posted a review online as well as a compilation of the 15 works. Thanks, guys. Here is the link: www.thesponge.ca

BIG FUN HOLIDAY ARTY PARTY TONIGHT AT ARGYLE FINE ART! I will have new/recent work on display for sale among other artists. Book signing by Steven Rhude as well as live music and deals on selected works of art. Party runs from 7-9 - be there! www.argylefa.tk

SPECTRUM - this Tuesday!

2010-12-03T10:07:00.002-04:00

This Tuesday night at the Seahorse. Hope to see you there!

New T-Shirt!

2010-11-19T08:37:00.005-04:00

Whoa - long time, no post! Busy is good though. The painting below is now avaliable on a T-shirt. It can be purchased locally (if you live in Halifax) or online through the Fresh Prints website: http://www.freshprintshalifax.com/

I was in Montreal for 9 days late October for my first solo show there 'Obsolete Idols' which went well. (Will post some photos of the opening at a later date). After that was 'Hal-Con' - Halifax's first Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Comic Convention. I had a vendor table and sold prints and original drawings. Thank you for everyone that attended and bought work.

Upcoming: Tuesday December 7th at the Seahorse in Halifax: 'SPECTRUM', group show featuring the work of myself along with Nick Brunt, James Farrell, Justin Lee and Mark MacAulay.

The Muppet Art Show!

2010-07-23T11:10:00.003-03:00

The Muppet Art Show! This is a group show comprising of myself and 9 other artists at the Economy Shoe Shop. Opening reception is Tuesday August 3rd. See you there!

Poster by Nick Brunt

www.nbrunt.com

New website!

2010-07-02T14:43:00.003-03:00

My new website is finally up! www.jonodoiron.com - check it out! I will still be updating this blog from time to time, but on a less frequent basis then in the past. (Also, I'm much busier these days it seems.) Below is the poster for my next solo show. It will be held in Montreal. Hope some of you are able to make it!

No, I'm not dead!

2010-06-18T15:28:00.004-03:00

'The Cat Shat on the Mat', acrylic and ink on wood panel, 11" x 14"

(Wow! It's been a month since my last post...) Next Saturday, June 26th, I'll be painting live at the Paragon Theatre as part of the East Coast Lips 10th anneversary celebration! All (19+) are welcome! http://www.eastcoastlips.com/home.php for more info.

people sketches

2010-05-14T16:40:00.003-03:00

Here are some sketches of people I drew. True story. Working on some other stuff I can't disclose right now. Stay tuned...
My work has been featured on the website The Sponge. The Sponge is an online portfolio that promotes visual designers in Atlantic Canada and helps employers in the industry discover that talent. www.thesponge.ca

revised

2010-05-07T17:07:00.002-03:00

This is a revised painting I did back in December for the 'Select Start' videogame art show. I wanted to push the colors and values as it felt unfinished to me for awhile. Compare it to the one I did and posted 5 months ago - you'll see.
BIG ART SHOW in the works for the month of August. Stay tuned for more details.

Free Comic Book Day Tomorrow!

2010-04-30T11:45:00.003-03:00

3 hour still life study. Acrylic on canvas paper.

Tomorrow is 'Free Comic Book Day'! I will be drawing for kids from 12:00 noon-4:00pm along with a panel of comic book artists and talented local artists. It will be held at Saint David’s Hall, just around the corner from 'Strange Adventures' comic book store. (www.strangeadventures.com) It's going to be a fun day!

Champions of Breakfast

2010-04-23T16:05:00.002-03:00

Here's the painting I did for the 'Champions of Breakfast' show at the Paragon this past Tuesday. I wanted it to look like a mock up UFC poster. I like the cheesey wresling names I gave them.
'Ultimate Breakfast Championship', 20" x 24", acrylic on wood panel

Music Totem

2010-04-16T10:24:00.004-03:00

'Music Totem'

acrylic on wood panel

8" x 24"

This is a new age totem pole design I did with a music theme, based on traditional native imagery. If you venture to the Paragon Theatre you will see this same design painted on a table (above). If you still haven't made it to the Paragon Theatre, the perfect time to go is this TUESDAY NIGHT APRIL 20th: for the 'Champions of Breakfast' (cereal mascot) Art show! Show starts off at 9:00pm - you don't even need to be an early riser! Eat your sugar filled artificially flavored cereal of choice and see you there!

'A part of our heritage'

2010-04-09T11:35:00.003-03:00

This was the last painting I did for my show at the Paragon Theatre last month all dealing with an enviromental theme. The idea for it was actually floating around in my head for about six years before I finally sat down and painted it. 'Now, the people will know we were here.' , acrylic on wood panel, 12" x 24"

Join me the evening of Tuesday April 20th at the Paragon Theatre for 'Champions of Breakfast' (the cereal mascot art show)! Another fun filled sugar frosted group show you won't want to miss! See you there!

80's Cartoon Art Show!

2010-04-02T13:44:00.006-03:00

My contribution to the '80's Cartoon Art Show' that happend at the Paragon Theatre this past Tuesday night. If you missed the show - good news: it has been extended and will be up unil the 19th of April! There are still many works availible (including the one above) so take a look.
My friend and photographer, David J. Crew captured the excitement of the opening and posted the photos he took online. You can see them here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/djcrewe1/sets/72157623738423748/

'Smurf Days'

acrylic on wood panel

10" x 10"

Cafe Creeper

2010-03-26T11:28:00.006-03:00

THIS TUESDAY (March 30th) is the '80's Cartoon Art Show' at the Paragon Theatre! Myself and 7 other artists have painted some of your favorite childhood characters. Fine Art + 80's nostalgia - what could be better? Also this is the LAST WEEKEND to see all the works of mine currently on display and for sale at the Paragon. Come to one of their show and check out the work while you're there. (www.theparagontheatre.com for more info)

Only WHO can prevent forest fires?

2010-03-19T13:11:00.004-03:00

I was going for sort of a Hanna-Barbarra/Yogi Bear look on this one.

'Hypocrite', acrylic on wood panel, 8" x 24"

I originaly planed to have Smokey UNintentionally burn down the forest behind him turning around in shock, but I thought it would be more amusing to have him fully aware of the enviromental damage he caused. What if animals had the same disregard for the earth that humans do? We'd be in a lot of trouble!

Lady Smurfette

2010-03-12T17:40:00.009-04:00

This is the painting I painted live at the Paragon Theater for my opening last Saturday. I suspected a Lady Gaga Smurfette would be a fun challenge. This painting is still for sale. Contact me if you wish to buy it: doironjono@yahoo.ca
'Lady Smurfette', acrylic on plywood, 29" x 42"

I based the dress off the one she's wearing in this photo becasue it already resembled the one Smurfette wears. (I have no idea what the occasion was for.)

I wanted the final painting to resemble a poise Lady Gaga would actually do. The sketches above were drawn while watching her 'Just Dance' video.

TOMORROW NIGHT!

2010-03-05T11:30:00.004-04:00

TOMORROW NIGHT at the Paragon Theatre is the opening of my new exhibition. Show starts off at 8:00pm and after 10:00pm I will be starting up a very special LIVE painting that will be bid on and sold by the end of the night! The painting above is one of the new paintings included in the exhibition among a series all relating to an environmental theme. It is based on my favorite Dr. Suess book of all time: The Lorax.
'The Lorax', acrylic and aerosol on wood panel, 12" x 24"
www.theparagontheatre.com

Sad Unicorn

2010-02-26T09:53:00.004-04:00

This is the final painting I did for the Economy Shoe Shop Show. TODAY and TOMORROW are the LAST DAYS to see the work if you still haven't. The idea for this painting came from a converstion with another artist I admire when he jokingly stated unicorns were not fit to paint. The painting was floating around in my head for about two and a half months before I was able to paint it and it SOLD before I even hung it up on the wall! 'Sad Unicorn', acrylic on wood panel, 9"x12"

Join me the evening of SATURDAY MARCH 6th 2010 for the opening of my month long show at the Paragon Theatre! (http://www.theparagontheatre.com/) That evening, I'll be presenting my new work and later making a very special painting LIVE to the audience! Included in that show are a series of brand new never before seen paintings all related to an enviromental theme. See you there!

Halloween Sweethearts

2010-02-19T10:29:00.002-04:00

This is one of the new Valentine's Day themed paintings I did for my Shoe Shop Show. It is of course based on one of the most influential animated films of all time: 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'.
'Halloween Sweethearts', acrylic on wood panel canvas, 10" x 12"

If you haven't seen the show yet at the Economy Shoe Shop, this coming week is the last full week to see it. Also, I will be painting at the Paragon this Tuesday night for the 'Dead Celebrity Record Show' - see you there!

The Hug-A-Tron 5,000!

2010-02-12T16:10:00.002-04:00

The name says it all! A robot specifically designed to relinquish your emotionally repressed needs! Isn't technology great? Buy one today and never be hugless again!

The robot is a homage to Robby the Robot from the movie 'Forbidden Planet'. I based the backlighting from the movie poster 'The Thing'. I've never seen the move, but one of my favorite movie posters ever made. I've gotten more comments on this painting then I ever would have anticipated…
Acrylic on wood panel canvas, 9"x 12".

THIS MONDAY!

2010-02-05T12:17:00.004-04:00

'Swiss Cheese'

acrylic on wood panel canvas

8" x 8"
This Monday night (February 8th) is the grand opening of my Economy Shoe Shop 'Artist of the Month' opening. 19 original paintings will be hung up and for sale, including a series of new paintings all related to Valentine's Day. Come out after 7:00pm and stay for the live jazz starting up after 9:00pm. Located on 1661-1663 Argyle Street. www.economyshoeshop.ca

TONIGHT - Pre-Shrunk!

2010-01-29T10:53:00.002-04:00

Tonight is the 'Pre-Shrunk' show at Argyle Fine Art Gallery. I contributed the 3 paintings above. There will be quite a variety of art styles there and these little canvas will go fast so make sure you see the show! Starts tonight at 7:00pm. www.argylefa.tk for more info.

Zodiac Show

2010-01-22T11:26:00.005-04:00

The Zodiac show this past Tuesday (Jan. 19th) combined the talents of 12 different artists patinting the full Zodiac live before your eyes. It was a blast! Thanks to all the people who came out to the show.
This awsome group shot was taken by photographer David J. Crewe. To see the rest of the photos he took during the event please visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/djcrewe1/sets/72157623252596080/

I did the sign 'Leo' (although my actual sign is 'Pieces'). The original painting I did has been sold and unfortunately, I don't have a photo of the finished product. Here it is about three-quarters of the way done. Photo by Stoo Metz: http://whostolemybike.com/uag/artists/Stoo-Metz

NEXT FRIDAY: 'Pre-Shrunk' show at Argyle Fine Art Gallery. Myself and over 30 other artists are a part of this show conisisting of each artist preparing 1-5 works on canvas 5" x 4". Opening is Friday January 29th 7:00pm - 9:00pm. www.argylefa.tk for more details.

'True Faces' - Young Love

2010-01-15T13:47:00.003-04:00

Above is the final painting from my 'True Faces' show back in November. The painting is called 'Young Love' and I think the name says it all.

Join me as well as 11 other artists this Tuesday night (January 19th) as we paint the entire Zodiac before your eyes at the Paragon. Show starts at 10pm - see you then!

'True Faces' - House Party

2010-01-08T13:07:00.002-04:00

House parties - we've all been there! Below is a reinactment of the painting above taken from a friend's Christmas party.

True Faces - Fast Food

2010-01-01T11:44:00.005-04:00

Happy New Year! Thank you very much to all the people who came to my art shows in 2009, provided encouragement, bought artwork and made the year a success. You're the reason I continue to pursue this lifestyle. This past year, I made a total of 44 paintings, 1 mural, 20 combined shows and apperances (2 of them solo shows) and numerous sold paintings, drawings and prints. I also managed to update this blog every week with something new. I already have shows in the works for 2010. The info to the next one I'm involved in is below:

(Poster by Peter Farmer)

True Faces - Pickin' Up

2009-12-25T21:38:00.004-04:00

Merry Christmas to all! Another gouache painting from 'True Faces'. My Mom calls this painting "The Meat Market". Appropriate, I think...
The whole show is online now at Argyle Fine Art: http://www.argylefa.tk/

True Faces - Shopping Spree

2009-12-18T09:57:00.004-04:00

This is the forth painting I did for the 'True Faces' show in November. Originally, this painting was called 'Vital Decisions'. I changed the name to 'Shopping Spree' for further clarity.
Tomorrow, I will be making on-the-spot drawings for people at Argyle Fine Art again along with a host of other artists. The event will run from 12:00pm-4:00pm and I will be drawing from 12:00-2:00. See you there!

Pac-Man

2009-12-11T10:22:00.003-04:00

'Pac-Man'

acrylic on wood panel canvas

8" x 24"

This is the other painting I did for the 'Select Start' videogame show 2 weeks ago.

TONIGHT I will be selling prints of paintings and other works I've done at Apature Studios for UAG's Christmas Art Show: 'Yule Shoot your eye out Kid!' There will be many other artists selling works as well - just in time for Christmas! Apature Studios: 1657 Barrington St, Suite 125. Halifax, Nova Scotia. Show runs from 6pm-11pm. Also, UAG has a website now!

www.uagc.ca for more info.

Select Start

2009-12-04T15:00:00.004-04:00

These paintings are both from the 'Select Start' videogame art show that happened Tuesday night.

'Earthworm Jim'

acrylic on wood panel canvas

10" x 12"

'Question Block'

acrylic on canvas

10" x 10"

(sold 15 mintutes into the show!)

Along with my pals, Gordon MacDonald and James Farrell, I'll be drawing quick commissioned sketches for people from 2pm-4pm. Stop by and enjoy the art! My 'True Faces' show is still hanging up in that gallery as well. www.argylefa.tk

True Faces - Trash Talk & Potty Mouth

2009-11-27T09:43:00.005-04:00

This Monday November 30th is the last day to see the 'True Faces' series in person at Argyle Fine Art Gallery - so make sure you have a look before it's gone!

The following night (December 1st) at the Seahorse Tavern is 'Select Start' the Videogame Art show! Myself and an entourage of others have been busily creating works of art based on videogames! It promises to be a show you won't want to miss! 1665 Argyle Street in Halifax, 9pm - 2am.

'True Faces' - Peer Pressure

2009-11-20T12:25:00.007-04:00

THANK YOU to all who showed up for the opening last Friday night. If you missed the opening, there is still time to see the work in person! The paintings will be on display in Argyle Fine Art Gallery until November 30th. The painting above is called 'Peer Pressure' from the 'True Faces' show. Below is some of the process.

TONIGHT!

2009-11-13T10:36:00.002-04:00

TONIGHT is the grand opening exhibition of 'True Faces'! The show is from 7pm-9pm at Argyle Fine Art Gallery, 1869 Upper Water Street. See you then!

In the meantime, here is another painting I did, but is completely unrelated to the show tonight.

'Dentures and Danger'

Acrylic on wood panel canvas

8" x 24"

NEXT WEEK!

2009-11-06T10:25:00.002-04:00

NEXT FRIDAY is the opening reception! Hope to see you there!

Mickey, Everyone's Best Friend

2009-10-30T15:27:00.005-03:00

Here are some character designs I did months ago for Best Boy Productions on the animated segments of the show 'Mickey, Everyone's Best Friend'. The show has be airing since early October. Check your listings for show times.

I'm ecstatic to announce that in only 2 weeks it will be the opening reception of my VERY FIRST Art Gallery Exibiton! The show is called 'True Faces' and will consist of a total of 9 paintings altogether. Hope to see you there!

Zine Fair

2009-10-23T17:07:00.002-03:00

Join me tomorrow at the Zine Fair! I'll be selling prints and postcards from the 'Building Interest' show as well as other works. It will be held Saturday October 24th (tomorrow) noon-5pm St. David's Church Hall, Brunswick St. Admission is FREE

At the Cafe

2009-10-16T11:18:00.002-03:00

MORE Cafe sketches! I don't even drink coffee...

Thanks to everyone who showed up to my 'Building Interest' show on Tuesday night and made it a success. Prints are still avalible; if you'd like to order one contact me at doironjono@yahoo.ca

This Saturday night is the second year of 'Nocturne: Art at Night'. The Upstairs Appartment Gallery will be putting on a show you won't want to miss: 'The Haunted Gallery'. 2304 Hunter St. Halifax. See you there!

This Tuesday - be there!

2009-10-09T11:14:00.008-03:00

* This Apartment Building above (over a hundred years old) has some serious history to it. Sadly, at the end of the month it will be demolished.

The sights of Halifax

2009-10-02T11:49:00.003-03:00

I've taken an array of Halifax sketches I've been drawing over the past year and a half and arranged a show with the images that will take place at the Seahorse Tavern on Tuesday October 13th. There will be originals, prints and postcards for sale.

See in the dark, huh?

2009-09-25T23:53:00.004-03:00

This is the other painting I did for Argyle Fine Art Gallery's 'Urban Myths and Legends' show. If you missed the opening, the show will run until the 11th of October.

The answer to last week's post is 'false'. Gum does not take seven years to digest - it passes through your system relatively unchanged. I don't know if carrots will really make you see in the dark, but it's proven to be true if you eat a lot of them your skin will turn orange. If you don't have the money for the trip to Florida and you’re against tanning beds, just munch on some carrots for a first class tan.

'Myth #304" acrylic on wood panel canvas, 11" x 14"

Is it true?

2009-09-18T17:19:00.003-03:00

There's an urban myth that states it takes 7 years to digest gum. Is it the truth? The answer on next week's post! (oh, the suspense) This painting is part of Argyle Fine Art Gallery's 'Urban Myths and Legends' show on Tuesday September 22nd in conjunction with the Atlantic Film Festival.

‘7 years to digest’
Acrylic on wood panel canvas,
9" x 12"

riDUCKulous!

2009-09-11T08:23:00.001-03:00

'Quack Attack'

Acrylic on wood panel canvas

24" x 12"

Owls and Raccoons

2009-09-04T20:44:00.004-03:00

Graciously drawn at the Hope for Wildlife Society. www.hopeforwildlife.net

Spiritualism?

2009-08-28T20:39:00.004-03:00

This painting is a donated piece to help the cuase of the Canadian Mental Health Society in their annual 'Mosaics for Mental Health'. This year the theme is 'spiritualism'. So what did I come up with? Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde - the 4 Pac-Man ghosts! Anyway, I painted the pink one...
Arylic on masonite, 6" x 6"

To learn more about the event or participate, click here: http://www.cmha.ca/BINS/site_page.asp?cid=284-1646-2034&lang=1

This is who E.T. was REALLY trying to get ahold of...

2009-08-21T18:49:00.002-03:00

'E.T. phone sex'

Acrylic on wood panel canvas

12" x 24"

EXTREME!!!!!!

2009-08-14T09:41:00.006-03:00

EXTREME Pizza!

EXTREME Pita!

I've actually never eaten at either of these places.

Devastating a city is thirsty work...

2009-08-08T11:17:00.002-03:00

'King Kong and Godzilla break for tea'

Acrylic on wood panel canvas, 9" x 12"

Attack a da Killa Tomataz!

2009-07-31T12:18:00.003-03:00

'Attack a da Killa Tomataz'

Acrylic on wood panel canvas

24"x8"

This is my take on the movie 'Attack of the Killer Tomatoes'. (Even though I've never seen the movie. Which is probably VERY apparant to anyone who has. Oh well...)

I gave them all names too. Left to right: Victor, Rico, Vinnie, Gino and Pauly.

"It's official. I need professional help."

2009-07-24T08:26:00.004-03:00

"Nightmare on Sesame Street"

Acrylic on Wood Panel Canvas

16"x20"

Some of my favorite villians

2009-07-17T11:17:00.006-03:00

'The Joker'
'Darth Vader'

'Agent Smith'

These paintings were all for the Seahorse show on the 14th and completed in the same way as the 'Detective Series' I did way back in January. Acrylic on Canvas, 8"x 8" x2.

Clownfish taste funny...

2009-07-10T16:45:00.006-03:00

'FOUND NEMO!"

Acrylic on wood panel canvas

9"x12"

THIS TUESDAY NIGHT (July 14^th), come down to the Seahorse Tavern in Halifax for an evening art with myself and my pal, Derek Murphy. We’re exhibiting and selling paintings based on films and movies. (The painting above is one of the pieces for the show.)

Head Sketches

2009-07-03T10:22:00.003-03:00

Here are some more head sketches for ya. Drawn on the worst paper I could find.

I'm keeping busy right now creating paintings for a collaborative show in a week and a half with my pal Derek Murpy (his blog is linked on the side). We're producing original works of art based on films and movies. You won't want to miss what we have in store, so come down to Halifax's Sea Horse Tavern on Tuesday July 14th and be amazed!

"The Bean Scene"

2009-06-28T12:19:00.002-03:00

This painting is part of a group show of paintings/artworks that will be on display and for sale at Paper Chase Cafe in July. Acrylic on wood panel canvas, 24"x12".

Pizza Corner

2009-06-19T12:17:00.002-03:00

Locally, the intersection of Blowers and Grafton St. in Halifax is known as 'Pizza Corner'. This is because 3 of the 4 corners have different pizza places situated on them. They stay open late and cater to the night crowd. Maybe I'll draw the other 2 at some point - just to be fair.

The UAG (Upstairs Apartment Gallery) is hosting a Rock & Art show tomorrow night at the Rock Garden on Hunter st. Local bands are playing and the art featured is all band/gig posters

by various artists. Admission is $3.

My Little Phony

2009-06-12T09:14:00.005-03:00

These were given to me one time as a joke, so I thought I'd revamp 'em and sell them at the last UAG show. The 'Goth Pony' sold almost immediately.

'Goth Pony'

'Fresh Air'

People Sketches

2009-06-05T23:55:00.003-03:00

"A Clockwork Orange"

2009-05-29T08:44:00.003-03:00

Yet another visual pun (and film refrence) brought to life by my unyielding sense of humor. You will notice the numbers on the clock are bleeding - that's because it's a blood orange! Alright! Alright! I'll stop...

'Quarrel in Coral City'

2009-05-22T09:40:00.003-03:00

"Quarrel in Coral City'

Acrylic on Wood Panel

9" x 12"

See you at the show tonight - 2420 Agricola st. Halifax!

Screenprinting fun!

2009-05-15T23:39:00.013-03:00

Screenprinting is something I've always wanted to try and last weekend I got the chance. My pal Geordan Moore and I screenprinted the posters I designed for the next Upstairs Appartment Gallery show on Friday May 22. I thought I would post some photos of the process.

The Whiskey Kisses

2009-05-08T09:39:00.003-03:00

This is a poster I did for a musical performance coming up at Argyle Fine Art. Should be a great show! You can listen to some of the band's songs here: http://www.myspace.com/thewhiskeykisses

More layouts for your thirsty eyeballs!

2009-05-01T16:44:00.002-03:00

Dog's Mystery

2009-04-24T00:04:00.003-03:00

This is an illustration I did for my pal, Tony Mitchell and his ongoing 'Dog's Mystery' project.
It depicts the part of the story where Mystery (descuised as 'Grey Fox') defeats Bruno the champion and breaks off his horn!
Gouache on watercolor paper.

For more 'Dog's Mystery' check out Tony's blog at: www.2tonsart.blogspot.com

Urban Canopy

2009-04-18T11:54:00.003-03:00

'Urban Canopy'

12 x 24"

Acrylic on Wood panel canvas

See you tonight at 'The Rock Garden' Show - 2304 Hunter Street - Be there!

"What the cluck was I thinking?"

2009-04-10T10:18:00.004-03:00

I thnk implied swearing is funnier then actual swearing.

'Chicken Finger'

Acrylic on Wood Panel Canvas

20" x 24"

Next Upstairs Apartment Gallery show will be held on Saturday April 18th. Unlike the other times, it will be held in a different venue: 'The Rock Garden' on 2304 Hunter St. Halifax. Not only will there be Art for sale by 15 talented local artists, but we also have 5 great local bands scheduled to rock out to!

Show starts at 7:00 and admission is by donation. See you there!

'Killing Time'

2009-04-03T13:51:00.004-03:00

"Killing Time"

acrylic on clock
10 1/2 inches in diameter

Naked Cafe Sketching?

2009-03-27T09:21:00.007-03:00

Some life drawings I did last weekend.

Demo Reel

2009-03-13T07:40:00.004-03:00

Stuff from the shows: 'Razzberry Jazzberry Jam', 'Johnny Test' and 'Busytown Mysteries' as well as some of my traditonal animation.

Bar Sketching

2009-03-08T17:11:00.010-03:00

"Sometimes I sketch when I go to the Bar too. Yep, I'm that cool."

Heads Up!

2009-02-22T23:57:00.004-04:00

When worlds Collage!

2009-02-13T17:14:00.006-04:00

'Consumerism is...'

Acrylic and collage on 36"x12" canvas

'Rabbit Ears'

1/16th " Armature wire mounted to 10"x10" acrylic on canvas

'Nice to Media'

Acrylic and collage on 14"x12" canvas

All the above pieces will be for sale at the next 'Upstairs Apartment Gallery' show. Unlike all the previous shows, this time around it had a collage theme. The next show will be on Friday February 20th starting at 7:00pm at 2420 Agricola st. See you there!

'Landing Awake'

2009-02-07T18:49:00.005-04:00

Valentine's day is coming up... unfortunately. This painting is about the persistance of memories. (Sorry it's a photo. Too big to scan.)
Acrylic on canvas, 20"x24"

Here is a link to another article about the Upstairs Apartment Gallery: http://blogs.ukings.ca/thecommoner/?p=831

Next show is on Friday February 20th. Spread the word!

The Upstairs Apartment Gallery

2009-01-30T09:22:00.003-04:00

Here is a great article from the Dalhousie Student paper about my friends Stoo Metz, Chris Lockerbie and The Upstairs Apartment Gallery.

http://www.dalgazette.ca/html/module/displaystory/story_id/2795/format/html/displaystory.html

Layouts

2009-01-24T23:35:00.009-04:00

I did these a while ago, but I thought I'd post 'em anyway! I'm working on some new stuff at the moment. You'll see...

Thank you to all the people that showed up last night at 'The Upstairs Appartment Gallery'. I was a successful enough to sell several paintings and a print. If you did not get to see the work, the Gallery will still be open for view until Monday January 26, 12:00 -5:00.

Some of my favourite Detectives

2009-01-16T11:49:00.017-04:00

"Columbo"

"Joe Friday"

"Eddie Valiant"

These aren't silkscreened prints, they are actually paintings. They were fun to do. I was looking at Jackson Pollock's paintings and really admire the splattered paint techniques he came up with. I thought it would be cool to do something like that, only in representational imagery. I guess these paintings kind of have an Andy Warhol feel to them too.

Acrylic on 8"x8" canvas (x2)

I had one canvas left over. I dropped it and it gave me the idea for this painting. ...It was a lot funnier at the time.

If you're in downtown Halifax the evening of January 23rd, swing by 'The Upstairs Appartment Gallery" at 2420 Agricola Street. All the above paintings will be for sale along with other work of mine and the work of other talented local artists. See you there!

'Family Portrait'

2009-01-09T08:40:00.003-04:00

This painting is about how our digital identities are becoming far more prominent then ourselves. We continue ushering new ways to incorporate technology into our lives and have started to communicate more on a digital realm, opposed to actual interaction.

Or, maybe it’s just a frivolous painting of people with electronics for heads. You tell me.
Gouache on Illustration Board, 15” x 20”

Happy Holidays!

2008-12-28T22:16:00.006-04:00

These are both paintings I gave to two of my friends for Christmas.

Acrylic on 8"x8" wood block.

Razzberry Jazzberry Jam!

2008-12-20T17:12:00.002-04:00

Get ready! One of the projects I worked on at Cartoon Conrad was a show called 'Razzberry Jazzberry Jam'. It's a fun filled show accompanied with musical mayhem. The first episode will air on Tuesday December 23 at 7:00am on CBC.

Thanks to all the folks who showed up at the Upstairs Appartment Gallery last night. The show was successful and I even sold some work.

Starbucks Slumber

2008-12-13T12:28:00.006-04:00

Don't fall asleep at Starbucks - you might be drawn by some creepy artist.

If you are in North End Halifax Friday night December 19th, swing by the Upstairs Apartment Gallery at 2420 Agricola St. There will be art for sale by myself and other talented local artists.

Layouts

2008-11-29T10:57:00.006-04:00

Fruits & Passion

2008-11-21T18:18:00.003-04:00

I was talking to a friend of mine 2 weeks ago who mentioned she works at 'Fruits & Passion' now. Instantly, this was the image that popped in my head. Isn't she "appealing"? (...I'll stop)
Gouache on Illustration Board.

Layouts

2008-11-14T19:23:00.007-04:00

More layouts! On my first posting of these layouts, one of them consisted of an old house in Halifax at night. That same house has been demolished in favour of a new apartment building. I think that's pretty cool that I drew it while it was still there...

Bus Sketches part 2

2008-11-01T21:40:00.012-03:00

Here are the rest of the bus sketches. Originally, I planned to do one giant post of all of them at once but my pal, Tony, convinced me to break it up. I think that was a good call. Enjoy.

OK, so this girl knew I was drawing her... She saw me sketching people and asked me to draw her so I said "sure". What else was a going to do? Draw the back of someone's head for the 300th time?

"Yep. I even draw on the Bus."

2008-10-20T22:20:00.011-03:00

During my long commute back and forth to work in the summer I would sketch ususpecting passengers on the bus. You will notice that there is not an overabundance of people drawn front on. This is because it is way to obvious to the person you're drawing (and the way I draw is not too subtle most of the time). Except for the time I drew that blind guy. That was great, he had no idea!

I think the guy in the top left corner is the same guy with the purple sweater...

Some of these were colored long after I drew them. The one above and a couple other ones were modeled after the colors the person was actually wearing. I'll post the rest of these sketches next week.

Danielle

2008-10-16T09:01:00.003-03:00

Painted for someone special.

Acrylic on canvas, 10" x 12"

In the meantime...

2008-09-19T17:51:00.005-03:00

Celebration

2008-09-09T19:53:00.004-03:00

This happy tabby is a painting I donated to support of the CMHA (Canadian Mental Health Association). In mid October, they will auction and sell this this and other paintings/drawings of the same size. If you are a local artist and would also like to contribute, or to find out more about the show, here is the link: www.cmhahaldart.ca
Medium is Acrylic on Masonite, 6"x6".

This one's for the kids!

2008-09-01T21:07:00.002-03:00

When I was a little kid, I usted to get confused between the 'Stay Puft Marshmallow Man' and the 'Michelin Man'. The Michelin Man is supposted to represent a tire company, but he looks alot more like he's made out of fluffy marshmallows and whip cream. It makes total sense to color him white too, considering tires are only black 99% of the time. Oh well... here's Stay Puft showing him who's boss.

Totally Tonal!

2008-08-24T20:02:00.006-03:00

These were all drawn at The Public Gardens.

This one was a pain. While I was drawing it, one of my markers died and the light source started changing. I guess I gotta be faster. Oh well...

Joe

2008-08-01T00:24:00.003-03:00

This is a portrait of my pal, Joe, drawn in the Mike Mignola style.

More layout thumbnails. Back by popular demand!

2008-06-22T20:18:00.009-03:00

I bought some watercolor pencils about a week and a half ago. The sketch above is the first time I've used them since. Halfway through it, the light kept changing, my back hurt and I had to go to the bathroom. Yet, I still insisted on finishing the sketch. (I can be very stubborn sometimes.)

More drawings of earthlings and their enviroments

2008-06-14T00:29:00.014-03:00

6 steps to curing a cold

2008-05-27T00:07:00.003-03:00

I was sick all last week - it sucked, but at least I got this cartoon out of it. This is what I wish I could do everytime I get a cold.

'Halifax Tracks' 24" x 20"

2008-05-19T21:55:00.003-03:00

This is the first acrylic painting I've done in years. Coincidently, it was also a good opportunity to improve my layout skills. It isn't a scene of any one place in Halifax, but a combination of reference photos I took around the city. It rains often in Halifax (in fact it was raining earlier today) so I thought it would be appropriate to paint it as an overcast day.

(Sorry that it's a photo and not a scan.)