From the Studio

I was asked to build some ramps for the R I D E exhibition at Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CA. The curator happened to be my cousin, the very talented and visionary Elle Seven. She had a very clear idea that this wouldn't be you're average cheese and wine art opening. She wanted some drama and excitement to go with the work, so why not let people 'ride' inside the gallery. Yes there were some obvious safety issues to consider, but danger always = fun right?

I've always been known to prefer photographing furniture outdoors for lighting reasons. In public places this can make for awkward glances, etc. But when I then start printing the pieces are acrobats from Cirque de Soleil, then things start to get interesting...

I'll bet these vintage pieces here are thinking, "I'm too old for this @#5$*!".

Originally built in my formative years while working for Pine Creations in LA, I just 'finished' this dresser today!

The age you see on it is both man and element made. It was built and 'antiqued' by my 19 year old hands then given to my mum for a stint. She recently handed it back (spacial issues nothing personal;) but I let it sit outside for a good 6 months! Of course this was a purposeful strategy to get that greyish sun-aged tone that is nearly impossible to mimic.

So I recently...

I was recently asked to provide an art installation for a street photography exhibit called You Are Here @ the new Think Tank Gallery in downtown Los Angeles. The photographers were given actual coordinates where they could take their photos. As for me I was given a $200 budget to buy whatever supplies I could from the shops square block that the gallery is located. Since it's the LA fashion district, there was lots of random fabric and random chinese products to choose...

Just put up this plywood door frame for La Revolución in Downtown, Fullerton CA. There having a Dia de Los Muertos festivals this week in conjunction with Carpe Diem. Go check it out if your in So Cal.

I usually stray away from Halloween type stuff, but I guess I justified this one for my secret desire to do something that had a nod to Jack Skellington. My teenage animated hero:/