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Recent Art: Ashes
Time has carved him quiet. Not bitter, not broken— just shaped. This piece was inspired by Cedric Peyravernay—whose work I recently spotlighted. I’ve always been struck by how much grit and emotion he packs into his portraits. His characters feel raw and real. For this piece, I wanted to lean into rough edges, worn faces, quiet tension. Trying to find that same subtle, honest storytelling Cedric does so well but still in keeping with my own style.
Why I Never Bought Into the NFT Hype
A few years ago, it felt like NFTs were everywhere. I couldn’t scroll Instagram, check my email, or open a bag of chips without hearing about someone selling their latest digital cat doodle. Friends, acquaintances, even total strangers kept telling me, “You’ve GOT to get into NFTs! It’s the future!” And yet… something about it made me hesitate. I couldn’t even put my finger on it at the time — just a nagging feeling that maybe this gold rush wasn’t really about art at all. Turns out, my instincts were correct. So, what exactly are NFTs? NFT stands for non-fungible token — basically a fancy way of saying a unique digital certificate of ownership. Originally, NFTs were pitched as a
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Grimmer
All hail Jordan Grimmer, the wizard of light, and color. If you’ve ever looked at a piece of concept art and thought, Wow, I wish I could step into that world, there’s a good chance Jordan Grimmer had something to do with it. This guy doesn’t just paint scenes—he builds entire universes with a few masterful strokes of light and color. And the best part? He’s not one of those mysterious “art geniuses” who keeps all his secrets locked away. Nope, Jordan actually wants you to learn how he does it. The Magic of Light and Color Jordan’s work feels alive because he understands how light works better than most people understand their own phone settings. Whether it’s a glowing
Perfectionism: The Illustrator’s Double-Edged Sword
Ah, perfectionism. My old frenemy. The little art goblin that sits on my shoulder, whispering, “This could be better,” every time I dare to think a piece is finished. And honestly? Sometimes, it’s right. Perfectionism pushes me to refine my skills, to make each illustration better than the last. But other times, it’s the reason I’ve been staring at the same digital painting in Photoshop for three days straight, tweaking a shadow by 2% like it’s a matter of national security. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been there too. That fun little dance between striving for excellence and completely paralyzing yourself because nothing is ever good enough. So, let’s talk about it—the double-edged sword of perfectionism, how it
Artist Spotlight: Cedric Peyravernay
This month’s artist spotlight features someone I’ve admired for years—Cedric Peyravernay, the master of moody, expressive character design. If you’ve played Dishonored or Prey, you’ve already seen his work in action. This French concept artist has been shaping the look of video games for over two decades, lending his talents to major studios like Arkane and Ubisoft. Peyravernay has a knack for crafting characters that feel like they’ve lived a hundred lives—each face telling a story with its exaggerated features, intense expressions, and intricate costumes. His style is the perfect mix of realism and stylization, making his designs both believable and beautifully eerie. He was a key player in defining the Dishonored universe’s gritty, painterly aesthetic, proving that great character
Latest Work: Golden as a King (God of Under Book 1)
I’ve been pretty lax lately on posting my latest work, so here is a recent publication I created for a new book series by Kendra Moreno, Gods of Under. In this horror romance, EMT Tempi grapples with the loss of her family and the challenges of her demanding job. Her life takes an unexpected turn when mysterious portals transport her to various realms, including the Underworld, where she inadvertently brings along a grumpy, bitter king. Available on Amazon.
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Recent Art: Ashes
Why I Never Bought Into the NFT Hype
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Grimmer
Recent Art: Ashes
Why I Never Bought Into the NFT Hype
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Grimmer
Perfectionism: The Illustrator’s Double-Edged Sword
Artist Spotlight: Cedric Peyravernay
Latest Work: Golden as a King (God of Under Book 1)
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Recent Art: Ashes
Time has carved him quiet. Not bitter, not broken— just shaped. This piece was inspired by Cedric Peyravernay—whose work I recently spotlighted. I’ve always been
Why I Never Bought Into the NFT Hype
A few years ago, it felt like NFTs were everywhere. I couldn’t scroll Instagram, check my email, or open a bag of chips without hearing
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Grimmer
All hail Jordan Grimmer, the wizard of light, and color. If you’ve ever looked at a piece of concept art and thought, Wow, I wish
Perfectionism: The Illustrator’s Double-Edged Sword
Ah, perfectionism. My old frenemy. The little art goblin that sits on my shoulder, whispering, “This could be better,” every time I dare to think
Artist Spotlight: Cedric Peyravernay
This month’s artist spotlight features someone I’ve admired for years—Cedric Peyravernay, the master of moody, expressive character design. If you’ve played Dishonored or Prey, you’ve
Latest Work: Golden as a King (God of Under Book 1)
I’ve been pretty lax lately on posting my latest work, so here is a recent publication I created for a new book series by Kendra
