Scott

Today seemed like a good day for an update. I’m watching inauguration coverage via CNN and the local channels and amazed at the crowds out there. It’s a beautiful sunny day but cold, about 19 degrees F, with wind chills at about 8 degrees. Despite that the crowds look to be even bigger than expected. I specifically feel bad for the people trying to get in via metro. All the stations are packed, with long lines waiting to get in. I can say from experience those people have a loooong way to go.

My studio is about 1.5 miles from the mall, close enough to walk, but long ago we decided to stay in and watch everything on TV. Just last night I was offered two tickets to the swearing in ceremony, but passed. Cold weather and I are not on good terms.

We’ve been out quite a bit already. Blowoff Saturday night, and Obama Wonderama at the Warehouse on Sunday. I read that Dupont Circle was turning into an impromptu meeting place for several groups so I walked down and saw this 20 feet tall inflatable Bush balloon, being pelted with old shoes.  There was also a stage set up and a group gathering  to walk down to the White House to perform a ritualistic cleansing.  The smell of sage was overwhelming. We spent the remainder of Inauguration Eve with a small gathering of friends in Petworth.

We have several inaugural parties tonight including Art of Change, also at the Warehouse. That is across the street from the Convention Center, which will host several official balls tonight, so getting there will require a bit of an effort.

Workwise, I’m trying to finish up illustrations for a new book, so I plan on hunkering down in front of the TV with some work. I still have one more book (16 illustrations) to do after this, as well as a few digital illustrations on deck.

I had a model over on Saturday, and several more scheduled this week. I’ve managed to start several canvases, and the models will get me that much closer. My next big show will be September 9th up in NYC. More information soon.

So, to sum it up, it’s been a busy couple of months, mostly working on commercial projects, and waiting for Obamapalooza. I will be wrapping up everything this month, and getting back to my paintings full time in a few weeks. I’ll post images when I can.

I am very happy to be included in Metamorphasis II, alongside some of my favorite artists. Here’s the info. We’re hoping for a book signing up in NYC this fall. More information and where to buy is here.

Metamorphosis 2 is an eye-popping collection of imaginative & pop-surrealist figurative art, executed by some of the finest and most influential artists working today. It features 50 contemporary artists, including HR Giger (right, front cover), Ron English, Robert Williams, Chris Mars, Lori Earley, Tiffany Bozic, Shawn Barber, David M. Bowers (left, back cover), Heidi Taillefer, David Stoupakis, Travis Louie, Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins, Michael Hussar, Paul Booth and many others. The Metamorphosis series provides exposure for artists who express themselves imaginatively with exceptional technique and uncompromised individuality. Metamorphosis showcases this ever- expanding international movement of figurative artists who have resisted current trends in the art world and remained true to their artistic vision.

The New Year’s Baby is here. I hope everyone had a good holiday. I’ve got several big commercial projects keeping me busy, including 2 kids books, a new drawing for WWE Kids, and some new digital illustrations. So I apologize for the lack of updates!

I hope this makes up for it. Have a great 2009!

I’ve got several pieces in Long View Gallery’s holiday show. It’s up now and runs through January 4th, so stop by when you can.

On display are works from some of their favorite artists like Mary Chiaramonte, Chris Stephens, Matt Sesow, Dana Ellyn, and me. Also on display are artists with shows coming up in 2009 including Anna Davis and Billy Colbert.

Happy Thanksgiving/Black Friday. Lots coming up in the next week including Mid City Artists Open Studios, Holiday Cocktails at Long View Gallery, and a small works show at Biagio Chocolate. More info will be up soon. In the meantime, please enjoy this video of a monkey sneezing.