illustration
Surf Maneki Neko!
Are you feeling lucky? This cat is! I’m pretty sure that I’m going to screenprint this but I’m also considering making stickers or t-shirts. I’ve considered putting in more Japanese type but I think this is good enough for now.
Humuhumunukunukuapua a
Pen and ink work for my next “Fish I see while Snorkeling” print series. This the Humuhumunukunukuapuaa. Say that three times fast or even once for that matter. It’s the State fish of Hawaii and is known as the Reef Triggerfish in English. These guys can be really colorful, but I think I’m going to […]
Surf Chipmunks Line art.
Here are the inks for the latest print in the surf series I’m working on. I’ll be working up the screen print separations tomorrow. I’m think this may be a three color print. I might put some text along with it. There are no chipmunks on the islands as far as I know but drawing […]
Hawaiian Idol!
I’ve been trying to identify and memorize the local reef fish for when I go snorkeling and was having a terrible time at it. Sure, I could buy a guide book, but what’s the fun in that. So, I started taking pictures of them with my GoPro and then taking to the inter webs to […]
Puppies in the Line Up
Surf Puppy Line Up. I’ve been working on a series of surf related pieces for a show in October here in Hilo. I also want to build up a portfolio for local galleries. It’s been fun and challenging. I’m trying to create cool surf art without rehashing worn out tropes or to use those […]
Surf Cat is Hungry
I’m prepping to move into a new studio soon here in Hilo! To celebrate I drew up a Surf Cat!
Library Journal Illustration
I did this illustration for the Library Journal in August for the September issue. It was actually a bit of an adventure into the old school techniques that I hadn’t used in ages. I almost always draw my final line art on paper with pen and ink but over the last several years I’ve been […]
Jungle Kitty 2
In between pages of KITTENS #3, I’ve been practicing my watercolors. I’m still pretty rusty but it’s been a lot of fun. This one is inspired by the Monstero plants that grow all over the east side of the Big Island. I’ll be doing more of these!
Hilo Jungle Kitty
It’s been awhile since I’ve watercolored anything. I’m definitely a bit rusty. I’m planning to do a series of small paintings inspired by new Hawaiian home to hone my skills and explore this lush, beautiful place. I had forgotten some basic techniques as I progressed through this painting, I think mainly due to making so […]
Happy Fourth of July!
Happy 4th of July! coincidentally, I’m illustrating a young adult book on the American Revolution and just finished inking Washington crossing the Delaware this morning!