From the sketchbook... regular, exaggerated, even more exaggerated...
George had GREAT eyes and eyebrows.
...and that smile was priceless... (when he was smiling.)
The page:
Sunday, November 27, 2011
BEATLES...GEORGE!
11/27/11:
From the sketchbook... regular, exaggerated, even more exaggerated...
George had GREAT eyes and eyebrows.
...and that smile was priceless... (when he was smiling.)
The page:
From the sketchbook... regular, exaggerated, even more exaggerated...
George had GREAT eyes and eyebrows.
...and that smile was priceless... (when he was smiling.)
The page:
Friday, November 25, 2011
RENFIELD (Tom Waits) Work-In-Progress
11/25/11:
I've had this one sitting around for awhile, thought I'd scan it and post it.
(At 11x14", the canvas just barely fits on the scanner, and crops out a couple inches all around...lol but it's still better than nothing.)
A very rough and messy Tom Waits as Renfield -
Acrylic painting with palette knife, drips, spatters, and resist... to get that turbulent, unsettled, chaotic feeling of the Renfield character (how appropriate.)
I've had this one sitting around for awhile, thought I'd scan it and post it.
(At 11x14", the canvas just barely fits on the scanner, and crops out a couple inches all around...lol but it's still better than nothing.)
A very rough and messy Tom Waits as Renfield -
Acrylic painting with palette knife, drips, spatters, and resist... to get that turbulent, unsettled, chaotic feeling of the Renfield character (how appropriate.)
Saturday, November 19, 2011
CREATURE SKETCHES!
11/23/11:
The CheetOwl, a close relative of the Gryphon:
Reptiles and birds are fun to mash-up!
11/22/11:
Persian Owl Kitten:
Cheetahs:
Hammerhead Croc:
Some sketches from my lunch break at work:
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1/20/11:
A juvenile TurtOwl stretches his wings for his first flight.
A baby TurtOwl waiting for dinner.
11/19/11:
I'm getting back to the drawing board and loving every minute of it!!!
Here are some Creature sketches:
I've been following the muse lately. I have been enjoying drawing birds, particularly raptors; Peregrine Falcons, Harris Hawks, and the like.
Today I had a wild urge to look up reference photos of tree frogs. They have such interesting faces.
Later, I was looking at some of Bobby Chiu's incredible artwork. The guy is simply amazing! I started thinking of the tree frogs, and it seemed to me that their nose would be perfect for a beak. Next thing you know, I'm scribbling away, and having fun! I took the face of a tree frog, and added bits and pieces from a Peregrine Falcon. The result was a couple creatures with a decidedly 'baby-dragon'-esque look to them.
What FUN!
Thanks for the inspiration, Bobby!
btw, here is one of my all-time favorite pieces by Bobby Chiu: check it out!
The CheetOwl, a close relative of the Gryphon:
Reptiles and birds are fun to mash-up!
11/22/11:
Persian Owl Kitten:
Cheetahs:
Hammerhead Croc:
Some sketches from my lunch break at work:
11/20/11:
A juvenile TurtOwl stretches his wings for his first flight.
A baby TurtOwl waiting for dinner.
11/19/11:
I'm getting back to the drawing board and loving every minute of it!!!
Here are some Creature sketches:
I've been following the muse lately. I have been enjoying drawing birds, particularly raptors; Peregrine Falcons, Harris Hawks, and the like.
Today I had a wild urge to look up reference photos of tree frogs. They have such interesting faces.
Later, I was looking at some of Bobby Chiu's incredible artwork. The guy is simply amazing! I started thinking of the tree frogs, and it seemed to me that their nose would be perfect for a beak. Next thing you know, I'm scribbling away, and having fun! I took the face of a tree frog, and added bits and pieces from a Peregrine Falcon. The result was a couple creatures with a decidedly 'baby-dragon'-esque look to them.
What FUN!
Thanks for the inspiration, Bobby!
btw, here is one of my all-time favorite pieces by Bobby Chiu: check it out!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
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A confirmation email will be sent to you shortly.
If you have any questions, please contact me:
email: mkloep@hotmail.com
Text or call: 720-240-3935
Colorado (Mountain Standard Time, USA)
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
"The Man In Black"
Here is the finished piece "The Man In Black."
Original: Acrylic on canvas, 16x16"
I donated one of the Fine Art Print/Artist's Proofs to the silent auction for the 1st Annual CD Relief Concert, to raise money for the Colorado chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. There was a small bidding war, which was won by Sean Pound.
Here I am with Sean and Johnny:
The event was a rousing success, with a phenomenal collection of talent, both musical and artistic. The auction alone raised over a thousand dollars for the LLS.
Here is a link to video highlights from the concert:
1st Annual CD Relief Concert Highlights
For more on "The Man In Black," go HERE.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
ART SHOW: Studio Works by The Artists of *LOL* Caricature Company
This is my first gallery show since I moved back to Colorado!
Come to the Opening Reception at The Other Side Arts in downtown Denver this Friday, Nov. 4 from 6-9 pm.
My newest paintings will be there, featuring Frank, Johnny, and JIMI and others!
Also included are awesome studio pieces by Brooke Howell, Ben Bloss, and the other amazing artists of *LOL* Caricature Company!
This is a unique perspective on the art of caricature - don't miss it!
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