Visual Diary I

Too often I get caught up trying to blog or make money off commissioned artworks and I forget to create for myself. Visually expressing my life and thoughts through images is therapeutic and vital to my sanity. Therefore, during the next few weeks I want to dedicate my extra time to creating a series of Visual Diary entries, like the sketch below. The purpose for my virtual hiatus is to focus more on expressing myself and less on exhibiting my artwork through the internet. This isn't a permanent "goodbye" ...more of a "see you soon". For updates on this series go to artbyaustin.carbonmade.com

The Wall Update III

Here's another update from the large scale wall mural I've been working on with my sister, Katie Joy http://colorsinmotion-ktjoy.tumblr.com

Past Painting II

This is a 14"x18" acrylic painting I worked on during 2009-2011. I recently gave it to my brother, Christian, so it now resides in South Africa with him. 

Server Series III

Here's another update from my ongoing Server Series. Check out the entire collection at my new profile on carbonmade.com http://artbyaustin.carbonmade.com

Server Series II

Here's an update from my ongoing Server Series. Search Server Series I for my complete conceptual explanation and more collaged sketches. 

The bottom face in this last piece was drawn by my sister, Katie Joy. Here's a link to some of her own artwork http://colorsinmotion-ktjoy.tumblr.com

Sketchbook Painting

This is an acrylic painting I did in my sketchbook while drinking with my sister. I only worked on it the one night but I've debating revisiting it to make it look more finished. I thought it came out pretty interesting considering the amount of wine I consumed during its process. ;)

5.5"x8.5"

Male Figure Open Studio

Hey everyone! Sorry I've been M.I.A. recently and not posting any of my work. I rearranged my schedule for August to allow more time for my artwork and blogging. Here are some graphite figure/portrait studies I did a few weeks ago at an open studio class at DuCret School of Art.

3.5"x5"

 14"x17"

 detail 14"x17"

Bushwick Drink and Draw

A friend of mine and I attended a Figure Drink and Draw class in Brooklyn this past friday. The live nude model did a few short poses followed by a couple long poses. I used graphite pencils and prismacolor pencils in my 9"x12" sketchbook.

Open Studio Figure Drawing

Last night I was able to attend an Open Studio Figure Class at DuCret School of Art in Plainfield, NJ. The live model started with some short poses and then a couple long poses. I decided to use prismacolor pencils and graphite pencils.

9"x12"

9"x12"

9"x12"

9"x12"

 9"x12"

5.5"x8.5"

5.5"x8.5"

14"x17"

Summit Fine Art Festival Update II

Here are more photos from the festival http://summit.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/summit-festival-of-fine-arts--crafts

One of my five minute portraits, Katie.

Evolution of a Painting I

I've been working on this 30"x40" acrylic painting for the past 3 years. My progress hasn't been constant because I've taken breaks for weeks at a time, but I just recently worked on it again to show at the Summit Fine Art Festival. However, I still consider it a work in progress and I plan on continuing to paint until it feels complete. I'll be posting updates as this painting evolves into a finished piece. (please excuse the low quality photos)

The Wall Update II

Here's an update from the mural collaboration I've been working on with my sister. I've been working in acrylic paints while my sister has been using ink, acrylic, and watercolor paints.

Summit Fine Art Festival

This past sunday, June 23rd, I had the opportunity of showing and selling my artwork at the Summit Fine Arts Festival. Even though the heat was almost unbearable, many people came to the festival. It was overall a great experience to learn from and network with new possible clients. Below are some pictures from the event and the artwork that I exhibited. 

 I was doing five minute portraits for five dollars.

 18"x24" acrylic painting

 11"x14" acrylic painting

30"x40" acrylic painting

 8"x10" acrylic painting

8"x10" oil painting

11"x14" prismacolor pencil drawing

I was also inviting people to look through one of my small sketchbooks. However I wont be posting any pictures from it because there are far too many. You'll just have to come to my next festival or event to see if I'm exhibiting it again :)