Thaneeya McArdle New Work

Zowl - Original Groovy Owl Art For Sale

2009-03-03T18:19:00.003-05:00

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Zowl

5" x 7"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on Fabriano Uno Paper

This drawing is SOLD.

This brightly colored drawing depicts a whimsically psychedelic owl drawn in a funky folk art style! This retro owl is colorful and fun, brimming with groovy abstract patterns.

There is a 1/2" blank space around all four edges of the drawing, allowing for easy matting and framing. This drawing is a standard size for framing with readymade mats and frames.

Art is fun!

2009-02-16T14:41:00.002-05:00

Hello Earthlings and Space Creatures!

If you are a regular follower of this blog, you may have been wondering where the heck I've been lately and why I haven't been displaying new art as prolifically as I have been in recent years. Well I'll tell you why! I've spent the past few months immersed in my new art project, a website called Art is Fun! The site has recently gone live and I am spending every ounce of my creative energy working on the site, producing the new content, and making it all spiffy. It is no secret that I LOVE art and I know many of you do too (otherwise you would probably not be reading this!). Therefore it is my greatest pleasure to squeeze myself like a sponge and let all the art knowledge soak into the pages of Art is Fun, hoping that it will inspire, aid, and ignite everyone's creative fire!

So if you:

a.) Want to learn more about art
b.) Like my art

Then you'll enjoy my new website, www.art-is-fun.com!

This website is my truly a labor of love. It's a way for me to share all the art knowledge whirling around in my head. From tips and techniques on painting and drawing to factual background about different art styles and subjects, Art is fun is an ongoing pool of information for artists, art students, and art enthusiasts.

Writing the site is an organic process, as the topics unravel and unfold in different directions. There is only so much time in a day, only so fast that my fingers can type, only so long I can spend at the computer before my brain starts blipping in funny ways… so the site is growing piece by piece, step by step. I ultimately envision hundreds and hundreds of pages on this site, and I can't wait to write them all! I love writing about art as much as I love making art. And I love being able to share all my art knowledge with everyone around the world. I've spent the past several years creating art i n t e n s i v e l y, and I've picked up so many tips and techniques that they are spilling out of my brain left and right. Thank goodness I've got a new website to scoop it all up!

If you have any comments on the site, I'd love to hear from you. I'm especially interested in hearing about topics people would like to see covered or explained on the site. I'm open to all art-related suggestions! Just send me a message here or via the site.

Here are some things you will find on the site:

I've recently finished a 15-page article about How to Paint Photorealism: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Paint Your Own Photorealistic Paintings. This guide is for the more advanced artists, but contains loads of helpful tips that will be useful for beginners as well.

If you like my abstract art, I've included an easy tutorial on how to create your own funky abstract paintings!

Anyway, climb aboard, check out the site, and let me know what you think!

www.art-is-fun.com!

Super Skull

2009-01-12T14:05:00.003-05:00

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Super Skull

3" x 3"

Ink on Acrylic Paper

This drawing is available for purchase here.

This is an original ink drawing of a highly-detailed abstract skull celebrating Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The funky designs are inspired by tribal folk art from around the world. I love intricate patterns and I use a super tiny pen nib to pack in all those designs! As you can see, this drawing is incredibly detailed - and remember, it's only 3 inches square! My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life and death. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. There is a 1/4" border around all 4 edges of the drawing, to allow for easy matting and framing.

* Please note - My website URL does not appear on the actual drawing! It appears here for image protection purposes. *

New Art Project

2008-10-12T18:55:00.004-05:00

If you are a regular viewer of my blog, you may have been asking yourself where I've been lately! It's been almost a month since I've posted new artwork. Well, I could give you the long answer or the short answer. Since I already blogged the long answer on my process blog, I'll direct you there if you're interested. You can read about my new, intensive art project here.

In the meantime, I have been working on new artwork, so I'll be posting again very soon!

Melancholia

2008-09-16T15:59:00.001-05:00

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Melancholia

2.5" x 3.5"

Watercolor on Paper

This painting is available for purchase here.

This is an ACEO portrait of a sad, female face, done in watercolors. The eyes were painted in a crisp, clear style, whilst the rest of the painting was done in a more watery, fluid style. This small piece is quite charming and packs a lot of punch for its size!

What are ACEOs?

ACEO stands for "Art Cards, Editions and Originals", and refer to artwork that is 2.5" x 3.5" - the size of playing cards or baseball cards. They are fun, tiny, collectible works of art!

Tiny Bubbles

2008-09-10T06:13:00.002-05:00

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Tiny Bubbles

6" x 9"

Ink Drawing on Paper

This drawing is available for purchase here.

The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of existence and consciousness. An array of variously-sized bubbles floats across a black starry cosmos. Inside the bubbles are elaborately-detailed psychedelic eyes, each one bursting with a special uniqueness. The composition of this piece represents the interconnectedness of life amidst our apparent individualities. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups to the right. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. There is a 1" border around all 4 edges of the drawing, to allow for easy matting and framing.

Close-ups:

Summer's Harvest

2008-09-08T13:57:00.002-05:00

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Summer's Harvest

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is available for purchase here.

This highly-charged abstract painting flows with the concept of growth, change, and becoming. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Chelsea

2008-09-07T11:19:00.001-05:00

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Chelsea

5" x 5"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on Archival Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This cute Pomeranian is part of my new Punk Rock Puppy series. I drew her face with vibrant tones to bring out her natural coloring, and adorned her fur with with a sprinkling of yellow-teal stars and red-rimmed pink flowers. Her body is decorated with a dazzling array of colorful designs. The result is a funky, fresh rendering of a much-beloved dog breed! This fun puppy would make a great gift for anyone who adores Pomeranians. This artwork is entirely hand-drawn using Prismacolor colored pencils and has a 1/4" (1cm) border around all 4 edges for easy matting and framing.

Two Pink Cupcakes

2008-08-24T13:10:00.002-05:00

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Two Pink Cupcakes

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting depicts a pair of pink frosted cupcakes - one with pastel pink frosting, and the other with hot pink frosting - adorned with colorful sprinkles. These cupcakes just seem to pop right out of the wood surface! I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Mellifluency

2008-07-28T12:00:00.001-05:00

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Mellifluency

5" x 7" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase here.

This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. The style is aesthetically inspired by my keen interest in the folk arts of Mexico and India, particularly in the intensity of their color palettes and their detailed patterns. This painting combines my love for tribal art with a contemporary urban aesthetic, resulting in a fresh, vibrant abstract style that expresses the complexity and multiplicity of modern life through a youthful and jubilant perspective. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. My abstract art is heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. The painting continues around all 4 edges of the canvas, making this painting ready to hang without a frame!

Intricacy

2008-07-27T05:42:00.003-05:00

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Intricacy

5" x 7" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase here.

Yellow - Blue

2008-07-09T10:05:00.002-05:00

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Yellow - Blue

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is available for purchase here.

This painting depicts several colorful Tootsie Rolls in a beautiful porcelain bowl. I like how the colors of the Tootsie Roll candies match the colors of the dish. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Owl

2008-06-29T16:03:00.002-05:00

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Owl

5" x 7"

Ink & Watercolor on Archival Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This brightly colored mixed media painting/drawing depicts a whimsically psychedelic owl drawn in a funky folk art style. This artwork was hand-drawn with ink and then painted with watercolors. This piece is incredibly detailed! It has a 1/2" border around all 4 edges for easy matting and framing. This artwork is a standard size for easy matting and framing, and will fit into ready-made store-bought mat and frames. Copyright watermark does not appear on actual drawing.

Zirbit

2008-06-28T16:16:00.001-05:00

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Zirbit

5" x 7"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on Archival Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This whimsical drawing depicts a most curious creature called Zirbit... a cute alien with 2 ears, 5 eyes and 6 legs. Zirbit floats peacefully amidst a psychedelic universe of red-orange eyes and pink flowers. You can see close-ups of this drawing by clicking on the Buyer's Guide below. This artwork is hand-drawn using Prismacolor colored pencils and has a 1/2" border around all 4 edges for easy matting and framing. This artwork is a standard size for easy matting and framing, and will fit into ready-made store-bought mat and frames. Copyright watermark does not appear on actual drawing.

Once in the middle of a dream I went walking

2008-06-26T15:38:00.003-05:00

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Once in the middle of a dream I went walking

8" x 10"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils, Watercolor & Ink on 300lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This whimsical mixed media drawing/painting was thematically inspired by the dreamlike works of Chagall. A giant folk art bird ambles amongst brightly colored flowers, under rain falling from a dark cloud comprised of a multitude of intricately-designed ink eyes. The vividly playful architectural forms on the left reference Russian minarets. On the right is a floating umbrella and an array of strangely-placed fish. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. This piece is a fusion of my intensely-detailed black ink drawings and my equally-detailed colorful abstract work. The two come together in a rich marriage of style and energy. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This image is bright, psychedelic, and incredibly detailed! There is a 1/2 inch border around all four edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing. This drawing is a standard size for matting and framing.

Spin

2008-06-10T17:22:00.001-05:00

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Spin

8" x 10"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils & Ink on 300lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of life, growth, and evolution. The image is comprised of a multitude of intricate eyes drawn in black ink, surrounded by colorful explosions resembling festive floral mandalas. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. This piece is a fusion of my intensely-detailed black ink drawings and my equally-detailed colorful abstract work. The two come together in a rich marriage of style and energy. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This image is bright, psychedelic, and incredibly detailed! There is a 1/2 inch border around all four edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing. This drawing is a standard size for matting and framing.

Mischief

2008-06-04T08:46:00.003-05:00

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Mischief

5" x 7" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase here.

Gala

2008-05-27T08:40:00.004-05:00

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Gala

5" x 7" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD!

Tremulous encounters between two worlds

2008-05-14T16:42:00.005-05:00

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Tremulous encounters between two worlds

8" x 10"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils & Ink on 300lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of life, growth, and evolution. A cloud of elaborate eyes shoots down from the bustling cosmos and wisps delicately into a fine tornado-like point that makes contact with the dark, churning ocean of bobbing eyes. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. This piece is a fusion of my intensely-detailed black ink drawings and my equally-detailed colorful abstract work. The two come together in a rich marriage of style and energy. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This image is bright, psychedelic, and incredibly detailed! There is a 1/2 inch border around all four edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing. This drawing is a standard size for matting and framing.

Memento Mori

2008-04-17T06:56:00.004-05:00

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Memento Mori

8" x 10"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on 300lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is SOLD.

This is a highly-detailed, vibrantly colored piece inspired by Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. I combined the simplified black outline of a skull with my usual funky abstract style to create an artwork that is vivid, boisterous, and jubilant. The title of this piece, Memento Mori, is a Latin phrase that may be translated as "Remember that you are mortal," "Remember you will die," or "Remember your death". I like the paradoxical juxtaposition of the classic image of death and mortality - the skull - portrayed amidst colorful abstract forms and intricate designs, which express the fullness and joy of life. This image is bright, psychedelic, and incredibly detailed! There is a 1/2 inch border around all four edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing. This drawing is a standard size for matting and framing.

Purple Cupcake

2008-04-10T10:25:00.003-05:00

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Purple Cupcake

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting depicts a yummy purple-frosted cupcake, adorned with colorful sprinkles. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

CuteCreepy

2008-04-07T10:50:00.002-05:00

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CuteCreepy

5" x 7"

Ink on 140lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This funky, highly-detailed drawing depicts a cute/creepy alien-like creature, with a multitude of strange and psychedelic eyes. This image is bursting with energy! I couldn't decide if the creature was creepy or cute, hence the title. There is a 1/2 inch border around all 4 edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing.

Surrilicious

2008-04-07T10:29:00.005-05:00

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Surrilicious

5" x 7"

Colored Pencil, Watercolor & Acrylic on 140lb Hot-Pressed Watercolor Paper

This artwork is SOLD.

This is a funky, vibrantly colored piece inspired by Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. I combined the simplified black outline of a skull with my usual funky abstract style to create an artwork that is vivid, boisterous, and jubilant. I like the paradoxical juxtaposition of the classic image of death and mortality - the skull - portrayed amidst colorful abstract forms and intricate designs, which express the fullness and joy of life. This image is bright, psychedelic, and bursting with energy! There is a 1/2 inch border around all 4 edges of the artwork, to allow for easy matting and framing.

Splat!

2008-04-02T13:42:00.005-05:00

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Splat!

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting is the mythic concept of cosmic origins... in the form of a vibrant cosmic SPLAT! This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This painting continues on all four sides of the canvas, making it truly a 3-D work of art. It is designed to be hung on the wall directly without a frame!

Orbicular

2008-02-28T21:44:00.004-05:00

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Orbicular

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This is brightly-colored floral mandala painting seems to emanate beyond the edges of the wood panel! My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. The surface of this painting has a slight texture, to lend it a charming air of depth and substance.

Shiny Happy Landscape

2008-02-28T15:28:00.005-05:00

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Shiny Happy Landscape

11" x 14" x .75"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This happy, joyous landscape is filled with colorful, bizarre flowers, fluttering butterflies, a bright bird, buzzing bee, crawling caterpillar, and a rainbow cloud over a softly luminescent aqua-lime background. The surface of the piece is textured to create a sense of depth and substance. This painting evokes a wondrous sense of happiness! The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. The sides of the artwork are painted black, making it ready to be hung on the wall directly without a frame!

Syllables & Cymbalism

2008-02-14T16:00:00.006-05:00

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Syllables & Cymbalism

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting is the mythic concept of cosmic origins. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This painting continues on all four sides of the canvas, making it truly a 3-D work of art. It is designed to be hung on the wall directly without a frame!

Celestia

2008-02-12T20:19:00.000-05:00

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Celestia

8" x 8"

Giclee on Fine Art Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This elaborately detailed artwork is part of my Deep Thinkers series, in which various animals are juxtaposed with evidence of human thought, in the form of mathematical equations, quotes, definitions, musical scores, etc. These pieces depict a zen-like transcendent bridge between conceptual thinking and animalistic consciousness. These two contrasts are united by a careful use of color and decorative design. This piece depicts a sulfur-crested cockatoo grandly posed before a series of ancient solar system models. The use of color and design in this piece lends the bird a regal quality. He has the air of an explorer, one who has travelled far and seen much.

This listing is for a professionally printed giclee produced from one of my drawings. The print is made with UV pigmented inks that are lightfast and durable, rated to last 150-200 years. The artwork is printed on white, fine art 210 g/m2 matte watercolor paper by Hahnemahle. The paper is acid-free with 50% rag. It has a natural white finish with a slightly-structured soft-textured surface. There is a 1" border around all four edges of the artwork, allowing for easy matting and framing.

Rejoicing Quietus 2

2008-02-11T14:55:00.000-05:00

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Rejoicing Quietus 2

8" x 10"

Giclee on Fine Art Paper

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This is a highly-detailed, vibrantly colored piece inspired by Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. I combined the simplified black outline of a skull with my usual funky abstract style to create an artwork that is vivid, boisterous, and jubilant. I like the paradoxical juxtaposition of the classic image of death and mortality - the skull - portrayed amidst colorful abstract forms and intricate designs, which express the fullness and joy of life.
This listing is for a professionally printed giclee produced from one of my drawings. The print is made with UV pigmented inks that are lightfast and durable, rated to last 150-200 years. The artwork is printed on white, fine art 210 g/m2 matte watercolor paper by Hahnemahle. The paper is acid-free with 50% rag. It has a natural white finish with a slightly-structured soft-textured surface. There is a 1" border around all four edges of the artwork, allowing for easy matting and framing.

Fleuria

2008-02-06T16:32:00.006-05:00

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Fleuria

4" x 4" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This painting is a brightly colored abstract floral explosion! The style is aesthetically inspired by my keen interest in the folk arts of Mexico and India, particularly in the intensity of their color palettes and their detailed patterns. This painting combines my love for tribal art with a contemporary urban aesthetic, resulting in a fresh, vibrant abstract style that expresses the complexity and multiplicity of modern life through a youthful and jubilant perspective. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. My abstract art is heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. The painting continues around all 4 edges of the canvas, making this painting ready to hang without a frame!

Floraura

2008-02-01T14:21:00.000-05:00

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Floraura

8" x 8"

Collage & Acrylic on Archival Paper

This artwork is SOLD.

This floral mandala collage was created using cut-outs of archival prints of my abstract artwork, vintage Hungarian book pages, acrylics and touches of metallic paints on a white surface. The result is a design that is both funky and elegant. My abstract art is heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Slippin

2008-01-30T16:00:00.001-05:00

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Slippin

4" x 4" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase at Flourish Boutique in South Bend, IN.

Pink Rose

2008-01-10T17:53:00.001-05:00

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Pink Rose

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This meticulously detailed painting depicts a single pink rose before a background of vintage telephone number keys, which in turn is superimposed over a palette of soft blue with enlarged and illegible gold script writing. The pastel colors of the painting lend the piece a dulcet air of nostalgia, which is enhanced by the incomprehensibility of the juxtaposition of these various elements. The surface of the painting is textured to further create the feeling of age, while reflective metallic highlights were added to the gold script and silver number keys to add a bit of spark and shine. There is a huge amount of detail in this piece, with the softly unfolding petals of the rose and the 3-dimensional effect of the number keys. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Metagalactic Factory

2008-01-08T15:26:00.001-05:00

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Metagalactic Factory

8" x 10"

Acrylic and Watercolor on 300lb Paper

This painting is SOLD.

Amble

2008-01-04T00:07:00.000-05:00

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Amble

5 3/8" x 7 9/16"

Ink on Book Page

This artwork is available for purchase here.

This is an intricately detailed ink drawing done on an antique book page. I'm not sure what the book is about because it appears to be written in Hungarian. The abstract forms of this drawing are elegant and flowing, referencing chimerical organic forms. I like the way the forms cover the words on the page, creating a tension between linear thinking and fanciful forms.

Candy Stripes & Hurricanes

2008-01-02T14:37:00.001-05:00

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Candy Stripes & Hurricanes

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Elusory

2008-01-01T21:12:00.001-05:00

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Elusory

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

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Jar of Tootsies

2007-12-06T16:48:00.000-05:00

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Jar of Tootsies

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting depicts a glass tumbler full of brightly-colored Tootsie Roll candies in a variety of flavors. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Peregrinate

2007-12-05T20:47:00.001-05:00

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Peregrinate

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

I spent several months this year on a beautiful hilltop in southern France, surrounded by lush views and plenty of nature. My abstract paintings have been heavily influenced by my panoramic surroundings as well as my up-close observations of plants and insect life. I have termed my new series of nature-based abstracts my Anicca series. Anicca is a Sanskrit term meaning impermanence. Like the Impressionists, I am deeply influenced by the changes in the scenery around me caused by the changing position of the sun and atmospheric changes such as wind, rain, and fog. These paintings depict the ever-changing quality of nature; its unpredictability, raw form, and constant flow. This painting depicts a whimsically abstract landscape writhing with color and energy. This piece expresses the concepts of growth, life, and change. Certain elements can be interpreted as the leaves of plants as well as roots growing in the soil. You can also see flowing rivers, rocks, and a variety of whimsical plant-life.

This highly charged painting vibrates with color and detail. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos. The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

The Dust of Living II

2007-11-30T14:38:00.001-05:00

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The Dust of Living II

8" x 10"

Ink on 140lb Paper

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This incredibly-detailed ink drawing was inspired by Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. I combined the simplified black outline of a skull with my usual funky abstract style to create an artwork that is strikingly intricate and buzzing with energy. I like the paradoxical juxtaposition of the classic image of death and mortality - the skull - portrayed amidst elaborate abstract designs, which express the fullness, complexity and joy of life.

Here are some close-ups, enlarged to show detail:

Ebulliency / Mystery

2007-11-23T14:32:00.000-05:00

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Ebulliency / Mystery

4 1/2" x 6 7/8"

Ink on Book Page

This artwork is SOLD.

This is an intricately detailed ink drawing done on an antique book page. The page is from a chapter titled "L'Existentialisme Athee" from a French book called ""L'Existentialism", published in 1958. The abstract forms of this drawing are elegant and flowing, referencing chimerical organic forms. I like the way the forms cover the words on the page, creating a tension between linear thinking and fanciful forms.

Frolic & Drollery

2007-11-20T15:07:00.001-05:00

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Frolic & Drollery

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Cosmogonal Daydream

2007-11-18T15:56:00.000-05:00

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Cosmogonal Daydream

4 1/8" x 6 9/16"

Ink on Book Page

This artwork is SOLD.

This is an intricately detailed ink drawing done on an antique book page. The page is from a chapter titled "The Spectrum of a Star" from a book called "The Stars", published in 1927. The book page is slightly yellowed - I'm not sure how well that shows in this scan. The abstract forms of this drawing are elegant and flowing, referencing chimerical organic forms. I like the way the forms cover the words on the page, creating a tension between linear thinking and fanciful forms.

Nocturne

2007-11-12T23:22:00.001-05:00

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Nocturne

6" x 6"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on Paper

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This elaborately detailed drawing is part of my Deep Thinkers series, in which various animals are juxtaposed with evidence of human thought, in the form of mathematical equations, quotes, definitions, musical scores, etc. These pieces depict a zen-like transcendent bridge between conceptual thinking and animalistic consciousness. These two contrasts are united by a careful use of color and decorative design. This miniature drawing combines abstract and realist elements in a funky contemporary aesthetic. A small robin perches upon an elaborate green and cream abstract design. The background has an elegant floral abstract motif, upon which is superimposed a section of sheet music from Nocturne in B Minor, Op. 1 No 1 by Chopin. This drawing is very detailed for its size, which lends the piece an aura of intimacy. The paper has a 1" border around all four edges to allow for easy matting and framing.

A Moment's Undulation

2007-11-07T22:22:00.001-05:00

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A Moment's Undulation

4" x 4"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

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This highly-charged abstract landscape charged painting flows with the concept of growth, change, and becoming. This incredibly detailed painting writhes with numerous colors and various designs which form an array of undulating hills, billowing clouds and sprouting life forms. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Fleeting Murmur

2007-11-07T21:47:00.001-05:00

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Fleeting Murmur

4" x 4"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting is the concept of growth, change, and becoming, as depicted through several abstract floral plant-like forms. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Tangled Furbelow

2007-11-01T12:16:00.002-05:00

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Tangled Furbelow

15.5" x 19"

Acrylic on Canvas mounted on Fabric, with Bamboo Rod

This painting is available for purchase at Flourish Boutique in South Bend, IN.

This scroll painting is a fun twist on my abstracts. A painted canvas was hand-sewn to a lovely piece of turquoise/gold fabric. At the top I have attached with two loops of braided black yarn, for holding a gorgeous piece of black bamboo. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Folk Art Bird

2007-10-26T13:21:00.000-05:00

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Folk Art Bird

5" x 5"

Ink on Paper

This artwork is SOLD.

This print was created from one of my intricate ink drawings. The bird and flowers were drawn in a Mexican folk art style, with lots of details! The colors of this print are really well-saturated and lively!

This is a professionally-made print on Kodak Professional Portra Endura Paper, mounted on single weight matboard. These prints will last for over 100 years before any noticeable fading.

Unravelling the telescopic mind incident

2007-09-13T09:22:00.001-05:00

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Unravelling the telescopic mind incident

8" x 8"

Ink on 140lb Paper

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The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of life, growth, and evolution. A spiral of elaborate eyes radiates outward from the center into a bustling cosmos. The eyes represent a multitude of beings, souls, energies. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Nonduality

2007-09-12T15:54:00.002-05:00

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Nonduality

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is available for purchase at Flourish Boutique in South Bend, IN.

This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Self-Portrait of Sorts: Haunting

2007-08-18T13:35:00.001-05:00

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Self-Portrait of Sorts: Haunting

4" x 6"

Prismacolor Colored Pencils on Paper

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This drawing is the newest creation in my ongoing Self-Portraits of Sorts series. This series involves using my own face as a starting point, but creating characters that are actually quite unlike myself. This drawing depicts a nearly-genderless young person with wide, pensive green eyes, before a crimson background of falling flowers. Inscribed upon the person's neck is a flowing illegible script. The title for this piece was inspired by the intensely enigmatic gaze upon the figure's face.

Les Insectes Extraordinaires II

2007-08-17T05:53:00.001-05:00

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Les Insectes Extraordinaires II

6" x 6"

Ink on 140lb Paper

This drawing is SOLD.

This incredibly detailed drawing involves a depiction of fantastical fictitious bugs rendered in an elaborately detailed tribal style, displayed in an almost entomological fashion. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Roundabout

2007-08-01T14:46:00.001-05:00

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Roundabout

4" x 4"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

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un jour ensuite

2007-07-29T07:05:00.000-05:00

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un jour ensuite

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is available for purchase at Handmade Galleries in Sherman Oaks, CA. Please contact the gallery for purchase information.

The theme of this highly charged painting centers on the mythic concept of the spiral - radiating both inwards and outwards, representing both the microcosm and the macrocosm. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Les Insectes Extraordinaires

2007-07-26T11:38:00.002-05:00

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Les Insectes Extraordinaires

6" x 6"

Ink on 140lb Paper

This drawing is SOLD.

Salubrious Sustenance

2007-07-19T10:54:00.000-05:00

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Salubrious Sustenance

8" x 10"

Ink on 140lb Paper

This drawing is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of life, growth, and abundance. A leafy tree is populated with a plethora of intricately decorated eyes, which represent a multitude of beings, souls, energies. The roots of the tree wind fluidly into the earth, embracing the energy within. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Simplicité

2007-07-18T08:30:00.001-05:00

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Simplicité

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

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Dhamma

2007-07-01T09:34:00.000-05:00

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Dhamma

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

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The theme of this highly charged painting is the concept of growth, change, and becoming, as depicted through several abstract plant-like forms sprouting through and above several layers of earth. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

The Enlivened Season

2007-07-01T09:32:00.000-05:00

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The Enlivened Season

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting is the concept of growth, change, and becoming, as depicted through an abstract tree amidst the turning of leaves in the autumn. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

La danse du temps et de l'espace

2007-06-20T08:01:00.002-05:00

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La danse du temps et de l'espace

9" x 12"

Acrylic on Art Board

This painting is SOLD.

Peaceable Liaison

2007-06-20T08:00:00.001-05:00

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Peaceable Liaison

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting was inspired by my interest in folk art, especially the colorful art of tribal India. I love to immerse myself in the brightly colored, exquisitely detailed designs and patterns that can be found in Kutch embroidery and Mughal miniatures. This painting reflects the vividness of color and the undeniable exuberance that are the hallmarks of these types of traditional works. I created these patterns and color choices to reference the design qualities of Indian art while bringing the essence to a modern, contemporary audience through the medium of abstract art. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). My abstract art is heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Sourire

2007-06-14T08:04:00.000-05:00

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Sourire

4" x 4"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This highly charged floral mandala painting reflects the exuberant essence of growth and life. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

The Mystery of Meaning

2007-06-13T10:57:00.000-05:00

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The Mystery of Meaning

8" x 10"

Ink on 140lb Paper

This drawing is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of cosmic origins, specifically the connection between inner and outer, the microcosm and the macrocosm. A seemingly endless array of elaborately decorated eyes populates the picture plane - large intricate ones in the central cloud, smaller ones in the surrounding darkness. The cloud-like space in the center represents an explosion of sorts - beginnings and becomings - arising from the depths. The eyes represent a multitude of beings, souls, energies. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups below. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Intricate Beginnings

2007-06-06T14:58:00.000-05:00

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Intricate Beginnings

4" x 4"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

Pink Cupcake

2007-06-06T14:30:00.000-05:00

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Pink Cupcake

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting depicts a yummy pink-frosted cupcake, adorned with colorful sprinkles. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

A Salutary Encounter

2007-05-22T04:29:00.000-05:00

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A Salutary Encounter

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

Subconscious Evolution

2007-05-21T03:46:00.001-05:00

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Subconscious Evolution

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting is the mythic concept of growth, origination, and becoming. This painting is incredibly detailed; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal.

Seed

2007-05-16T11:27:00.000-05:00

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Seed

4" x 4" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting centers on the concept of the seed - a mandala symbolic of growth and potential, vibrantly radiating outwards. This painting is incredibly detailed; bustling with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This painting continues on all four sides of the canvas, making it ready to hang without a frame!

Veritably Defined

2007-05-16T11:24:00.001-05:00

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Veritably Defined

7" x 7" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase here.

Tendrillar

2007-05-02T05:51:00.000-05:00

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Tendrillar

4" x 4" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

The theme of this highly charged painting centers on the mythic concept of the spiral - radiating both inwards and outwards, representing both the microcosm and the macrocosm. This painting is incredibly detailed; bustling with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This painting continues on all four sides of the canvas, making it ready to hang without a frame!

Perennial Peculiarity

2007-04-29T09:33:00.001-05:00

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Perennial Peculiarity

12" x 12" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

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Beaucoup de Fleurs

2007-04-26T04:45:00.001-05:00

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Beaucoup de Fleurs

7" x 7" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase at Handmade Galleries in Sherman Oaks, CA. Please contact the gallery for purchase information.

Empyreal Conundrum

2007-04-25T05:34:00.000-05:00

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Empyreal Conundrum

7 cm x 7 cm (2.75" x 2.75")

Acrylic on Canvas

Display Easel Included!

This painting is SOLD.

This auction includes both this adorable mini abstract painting and its tiny wooden display easel. The theme of this highly charged painting is the mythic concept of cosmic origins. This painting is incredibly detailed for its size; writhing with numerous colors and various designs which symbolize the endless energy and flow of spirit and matter. My abstract paintings are very process-oriented and carry a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. While working on paintings that are this detailed and colorful, I become so immersed in the work that applying paint becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. This painting continues on all four sides of the canvas, making it ready to display without a frame! This painting would look great on a bookshelf or dollhouse, making it a delightful addition to a collection of miniatures!

Zeal and Clamour

2007-04-20T09:32:00.001-05:00

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Zeal and Clamour

12" x 12" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

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Ebullient Circumlocution

2007-04-20T09:31:00.001-05:00

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Ebullient Circumlocution

10" x 10" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

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Mirth Bubbler

2007-04-20T09:28:00.000-05:00

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Mirth Bubbler

4" x 4" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Tongue of Flame

2007-04-20T09:20:00.000-05:00

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Tongue of Flame

7" x 7" x 1"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Simple Munificence

2007-03-14T22:53:00.000-05:00

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Simple Munificence

16" x 20" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This highly textured painting is part of my new Synchronal Variety series. These paintings combine decorative abstraction and meticulous photorealism in a contemporary wabi-sabi aesthetic. Wabi-sabi refers to the traditional Japanese aesthetic of appreciating things that are impermanent, imperfect, and incomplete. This ideal manifests itself in the abstract background of the piece, which is comprised of many textural layers, overlaid with delicate designs. This painting features a photorealistic depiction of a mother sheep and her lamb standing in a field of grass, before a red and pinlk decorative background. The designs at the top and bottom of the piece are done in metallic copper, gold, and silver, which has lovely reflective qualities. Close-ups are provided below. The sides of this piece are painted black, making it ready to hang without a frame!

Benevolent Unveiling

2007-03-11T16:45:00.002-05:00

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Benevolent Unveiling

10" x 10" x .5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is available for purchase here.

Nord-Ouest

2007-03-01T00:50:00.000-05:00

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Nord-Ouest

4" x 6"

Acrylic on 300lb Fabriano Paper

This painting is available for purchase here.

This postcard-sized painting depicts the view from our house in France, to the northwest ("nord-ouest") overlooking the distant mountains. We live on top of a hill, surrounded by acres of farmland and nature park. The clouds are amazing - every day there are new and interesting formations. You can see the texture of the paint and the brushstrokes in the close-ups provided below.

This close-up side view shows the quality of the paint, the brushstrokes and the texture.

Side view

Candy Colors

2007-02-25T14:06:00.000-05:00

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Candy Colors

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This meticulously detailed painting depicts a colorful arrangement of marbles, an orange wrapped candy, and Tootsie Fruit Rolls. My focus with this piece was in creating a compelling composition in terms of color, as well as a dynamic interplay between opacity and translucency. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Tropica

2007-02-22T14:36:00.000-05:00

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Tropica

18" x 24" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This painting is a brightly colored abstract floral explosion! The style is aesthetically inspired by my keen interest in the folk arts of Mexico and India, particularly in the intensity of their color palettes and their detailed patterns. This painting combines my love for tribal art with a contemporary urban aesthetic, resulting in a fresh, vibrant abstract style that expresses the complexity and multiplicity of modern life through a youthful and jubilant perspective. The color scheme of this painting was inspired by the intricate embroidery created by the tribal Kutch people in India. Several metallic paints are used - gold, silver, copper, and turquoise - as decorative accents which reference the tiny mirrors that they embroider into their clothes and tapestries. This painting may be hung with any side facing up! The 1.5" thick edges of this painting are painted black, so this painting ready to hang directly onto the wall without a frame!

Fleuri

2007-02-15T17:19:00.000-05:00

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Fleuri

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This painting is a brightly colored abstract floral explosion! The style is aesthetically inspired by my keen interest in the folk arts of Mexico and India, particularly in the intensity of their color palettes and their detailed patterns. This painting combines my love for tribal art with a contemporary urban aesthetic, resulting in a fresh, vibrant abstract style that expresses the complexity and multiplicity of modern life through a youthful and jubilant perspective. The color scheme of this painting was inspired by the intricate embroidery created by the tribal Kutch people in India. Several metallic paints are used - gold, silver, copper, and turquoise - as decorative accents which reference the tiny mirrors that they embroider into their clothes and tapestries. This painting may be hung with any side facing up! The 1.5" thick edges of this painting are painted black, so this painting ready to hang directly onto the wall without a frame!

Seem

2007-02-12T23:07:00.000-05:00

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Seem

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting depicts a large-eyed male figure with a deeply contemplative appearance. I enjoy creating portraits from my imagination using unconventional color combinations as a way to convey certain moods and feelings which are left open to the interpretation of the viewer. To enhance the sense of mood and energy, the surface of this painting is quite textured.

Kinetic Kismet

2007-02-07T00:12:00.000-05:00

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Kinetic Kismet

16" x 20" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Little Bits of Everything

2007-02-01T11:41:00.000-05:00

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Little Bits of Everything

12" x 12" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Walk

2007-01-31T22:19:00.000-05:00

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Walk

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This colorful painting depicts two figures enjoying a walk in nature. I enjoy creating portraits from my imagination using unconventional color combinations as a way to convey certain moods and feelings which are left open to the interpretation of the viewer. To enhance the sense of mood and energy, the surface of this painting is quite textured.

Ante Meridiem

2007-01-30T16:42:00.000-05:00

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Ante Meridiem

8" x 10" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

Lucidity

2007-01-26T00:25:00.000-05:00

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Lucidity

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This colorful painting depicts a figure with an interestingly mismatched set of mysterious eyes. I enjoy creating portraits from my imagination using unconventional color combinations as a way to convey certain moods and feelings which are left open to the interpretation of the viewer. To enhance the sense of mood and energy, the surface of this painting is quite textured.

Rover Goes Retro

2007-01-24T23:17:00.000-05:00

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Rover Goes Retro

13.5" x 22.25" x 1"

Acrylic on Velvet & Wood

This painting is SOLD.

This funky painting evolved from a delightful thrift store find. I was irresistably drawn to this velvet Rottweiler painting, and the myriad possibilities it held. The "before" picture is posted above. Using acrylics, I surrounded the pooch with dozens of colorful flowers, and decked him out in a trendy retro style with a red afro, yellow star sunglasses, and a gold chain with a peace sign pendant. His moon boot platforms are painted with a metallic silver paint. The outer edge of the frame is painted with a groovy metallic blue. This fun, funky painting is ready to hang!

Before:

After:

Empyrean Terra

2007-01-20T15:12:00.000-05:00

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Empyrean Terra

6" x 6" x 2"

Acrylic on Cradled Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This painting is done on a wooden panel with chunky 2" wooden sides. All four sides have been painted to match the front, making this a truly 3-D work of art! This delightful little art cube is ready to hang.

Consanguinean

2007-01-16T14:50:00.000-05:00

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Consanguinean

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

Efflorescence

2007-01-11T14:22:00.000-05:00

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Efflorescence

16" x 20" x 1.5"

Acrylic on Canvas

This painting is SOLD.

This painting is a brightly colored abstract floral explosion! The style is aesthetically inspired by my keen interest in the folk arts of Mexico and India, particularly in the intensity of their color palettes and their detailed patterns. This painting combines my love for tribal art with a contemporary urban aesthetic, resulting in a fresh, vibrant abstract style that expresses the complexity and multiplicity of modern life through a youthful and jubilant perspective. The color scheme of this painting was inspired by the intricate embroidery created by the tribal Kutch people in India. Several metallic paints are used - gold, silver, copper, and turquoise - as decorative accents which reference the tiny mirrors that they embroider into their clothes and tapestries. This painting may be hung with any side facing up! The .5" thick edges of this painting are painted black, so this painting ready to hang directly onto the wall without a frame!

Blissful Esprit

2007-01-07T15:20:00.002-05:00

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Blissful Esprit

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is available for purchase here.

Yellow Orange

2007-01-04T16:39:00.000-05:00

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Yellow Orange

5" x 7"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This meticulously detailed painting depicts an array of toys and candy, united by a common color theme (hence the title!). This painting depicts a cute toy duck, an orange candy in a clear wrapper, an orange Tootsie pop, and a yellow-orange marble. There is a huge amount of detail in this piece, so I included several close-ups below. You can also view a larger image of the painting by clicking on the link underneath the painting. I enjoy the process of photorealist painting, as it requires intense focus and concentration which usually leads to a rather meditative state of seeing and painting.

Primita

2007-01-03T16:36:00.000-05:00

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Primita

6" x 6" x .5"

Acrylic on Cradled Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This colorful painting depicts a young woman with an intense gaze. I enjoy creating portraits from my imagination using unconventional color combinations as a way to convey certain moods and feelings which are left open to the interpretation of the viewer. To enhance the sense of mood and energy, the surface of this painting is quite textured.

The sides of this painting are painted a lush crimson to complement the front, making this painting ready to hang without a frame!

Impalpable Pursuit

2007-01-02T22:52:00.000-05:00

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Impalpable Pursuit

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

Holiday Hiatus

2006-12-21T15:16:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone!

I hope this post find everyone happy and healthy during this holiday season.

I'm currently working on several new paintings (as per usual!) but I've decided not to post any new work until after the new year, to give myself a brief break from the computer for a couple weeks.

Check back in 2007 for some new art!

Take care... Thaneeya

Becoming Rubicund

2006-12-13T15:51:00.000-05:00

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Becoming Rubicund

6" x 6"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.

This colorful painting depicts a young man with an intense gaze. I enjoy creating portraits from my imagination using unconventional color combinations as a way to convey certain moods and feelings which are left open to the interpretation of the viewer. To enhance the sense of mood and energy, the surface of this painting is quite textured.

Axiological Interrogation

2006-12-12T22:54:00.000-05:00

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Axiological Interrogation

8" x 10"

Acrylic on Wood Panel

This painting is SOLD.