This collection of Mr. T designs includes various pieces of art, design, products and more which prove that Mr T is still popular today, and if you don’t agree…then I pity the fool.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Mr. T Designs... Who Knew !?
For those who grew up on the A-Team TV Show or are big fans of Rocky, Mr. T will always be a memorable personality which is simply larger than life. Although you do not see him as much in TV or movies these days, he is still a personality to be reckoned with.
This collection of Mr. T designs includes various pieces of art, design, products and more which prove that Mr T is still popular today, and if you don’t agree…then I pity the fool.
This collection of Mr. T designs includes various pieces of art, design, products and more which prove that Mr T is still popular today, and if you don’t agree…then I pity the fool.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Oink!!!!
Long before Swiss banking and online account management..... “Swine Banks” existed. They are better known as PIGGY BANKS!!!!
The beauty of these money containers (besides no overdraft fees)... is that they're generally made of ceramic or glass material. In order to get your money back, it comes with a sacrifice -------> you have to kill the pig that has been nicely sitting on your bookshelf for the past decade. To this day I still have my piggy bank that I've yet to break. That said, I started Googling "piggy banks" and got amused by what I found. ...
THE MUTATED HELLO KITTY (MEOW)
Some scientists probably made a laboratory experiment and tried to create a new species out of a cat and a pig. The result is this mutated ‘hello kitty’ piggy bank above.
SPIDERMAN-BANK
Pork, spider webs, and money. Now that’s a perfect combination! This superhero might just save the day, especially if the ATM is offline.
THE MOO-OINK?
This bank has dominant pig characteristics, except for cow-like spots all around its body! That’s why it’s called Moo-Oink! A splendid union of cows and pigs. Random.
THE CREEPY JAPANESE VERSION
Because the above piggy pair came from Japan, let’s assume that their names are Yamamita and Sokagoku. They seem to have animated eyes, and there’s a certain cheerful but meditative calm about them that surpasses all pig culture. These kinda scare me.
THE NERD
Many people have complained that this piggy bank is an insult to human intelligence. Despite the harsh criticisms, “nerd piggy” has stood the test of time and reached vintage status. Standing 8 and 1/4 inches tall, he has enough money to regularly buy new glasses and overalls.
THE WILD HOG
Beware, this is not your typical cute little Oinker. This animal is wild, ferocious and menacing. Because of its size, it can make you more money than the other piggy banks too.
THE FIRST SLIM PIG
know, I know. This pig looks like Snoopy or Odie (Garfield’s dog friend). But in actuality, this is the first pig to ever succesfully lose weight and eliminate a bulging tummy. Look at that ribbon around his neck. That’s an award from his ancestors.
I decided to paint my very own piggy bank. Color and floral designs was a fun way to cover my little guy!!
The beauty of these money containers (besides no overdraft fees)... is that they're generally made of ceramic or glass material. In order to get your money back, it comes with a sacrifice -------> you have to kill the pig that has been nicely sitting on your bookshelf for the past decade. To this day I still have my piggy bank that I've yet to break. That said, I started Googling "piggy banks" and got amused by what I found. ...
THE MUTATED HELLO KITTY (MEOW)
Some scientists probably made a laboratory experiment and tried to create a new species out of a cat and a pig. The result is this mutated ‘hello kitty’ piggy bank above.
SPIDERMAN-BANK
Pork, spider webs, and money. Now that’s a perfect combination! This superhero might just save the day, especially if the ATM is offline.
THE MOO-OINK?
This bank has dominant pig characteristics, except for cow-like spots all around its body! That’s why it’s called Moo-Oink! A splendid union of cows and pigs. Random.
THE CREEPY JAPANESE VERSION
Because the above piggy pair came from Japan, let’s assume that their names are Yamamita and Sokagoku. They seem to have animated eyes, and there’s a certain cheerful but meditative calm about them that surpasses all pig culture. These kinda scare me.
THE NERD
Many people have complained that this piggy bank is an insult to human intelligence. Despite the harsh criticisms, “nerd piggy” has stood the test of time and reached vintage status. Standing 8 and 1/4 inches tall, he has enough money to regularly buy new glasses and overalls.
THE WILD HOG
Beware, this is not your typical cute little Oinker. This animal is wild, ferocious and menacing. Because of its size, it can make you more money than the other piggy banks too.
THE FIRST SLIM PIG
know, I know. This pig looks like Snoopy or Odie (Garfield’s dog friend). But in actuality, this is the first pig to ever succesfully lose weight and eliminate a bulging tummy. Look at that ribbon around his neck. That’s an award from his ancestors.
I decided to paint my very own piggy bank. Color and floral designs was a fun way to cover my little guy!!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Mammoth Painting 2010 ... the Stages
So apparently, you have up to a year to provide a wedding gift for a couple. Well, My very best friend, Kelly Duffield, tied the knot this time last year in Mammoth Lakes.
To be honest, I wasn't the least bit excited about the 7 1/2 hour drive out to the mountains for the small ceremony. But the wedding took place outside in the woods with just a few family and friends. The smell of the pine trees, and the pink mountains at sunset -with just a sprinkle of snow left over from a fantastic winter season-- was such a visual experience..... I will never forget it. To this day, Kelly's wedding as one of my most favorite celebrations that I've been a part of. I'm so thankful I went.
So, when I thought of a gift for "Miss Duffy" and her husband Chase, nothing seemed more appropriate than to give them a painting that captured that very weekend. I had gone through my pictures and found an image from when I went hiking that Saturday. I knew that would be my inspiration for their art piece.
I documented the process of my small painting (it measures 12" x 8") ... I always begin my paintings the same. I paint it one color and layer it with details until it seems appropriate to stop.
"Mammoth Lakes" -2010 Acrylic on canvas 12"x8"
Actual Photograph taken of Mammoth Lakes
To be honest, I wasn't the least bit excited about the 7 1/2 hour drive out to the mountains for the small ceremony. But the wedding took place outside in the woods with just a few family and friends. The smell of the pine trees, and the pink mountains at sunset -with just a sprinkle of snow left over from a fantastic winter season-- was such a visual experience..... I will never forget it. To this day, Kelly's wedding as one of my most favorite celebrations that I've been a part of. I'm so thankful I went.
So, when I thought of a gift for "Miss Duffy" and her husband Chase, nothing seemed more appropriate than to give them a painting that captured that very weekend. I had gone through my pictures and found an image from when I went hiking that Saturday. I knew that would be my inspiration for their art piece.
I documented the process of my small painting (it measures 12" x 8") ... I always begin my paintings the same. I paint it one color and layer it with details until it seems appropriate to stop.
"Mammoth Lakes" -2010 Acrylic on canvas 12"x8"
Actual Photograph taken of Mammoth Lakes
Monday, August 2, 2010
Beach Art
Jim Denevan's beach art is so impressive due to its HUGE scale. His simple images of circles and swirls have a new impact when photographed. Enjoy. They are so lovely.
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