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#WhereIsRa?: Washington Square Park
13 Jan 2016Recently I collaborated with my stylish friend and fashion blogger, Diego aka Dandy in The Bronx on a photoshoot for Combatant Gentleman. (more on that soon.) The idea was that I was a street artist capturing his likeness while we both sported these suits. As photoshoots go it was light… -
Featured Illustration: Ra
03 Jan 2016I rarely do self portraits. If I’m illustrating a subject I would rather choose someone else instead of looking inward. The few times I do choose self portraiture is always a rewarding experience. I learn a lot about who I am as a person and an artist. I had my… -
Suit Up Series: Camel Coat and Guncheck Suit
29 Dec 2015Since last year I wanted a topcoat to stay dapper and warm in the cold winter months. Thanks to Combatant Gentleman I was able to find one that is not only warm but fits like a glove right out of the box. I decided on a camel color for the… -
#WhereIsRa?: Try The World Pop Up Event
14 Dec 2015It has been a whirlwind month so far with little time for blogging. Today I’m fixing that. Last Friday I was invited to paint live at The Try The World Pop Up shop in Manhattan. Try The World is a subscription box with gourmet food from around the world. I… -
Suit Up Series: Those Glenplaid Blues
09 Nov 2015Welcome to my blog! In this post I will be reviewing Combatant Gentleman’s Steel Blue Glenplaid Double Breasted Suit So I ordered Combatant Gentleman’s Steel Blue Glenplaid Double Breasted Suit. This was part of their Spring/Summer collection and has unfortunately been discontinued. I wear a 38S normally but had to… -
Hands on with iPad Pro
20 Oct 2015Welcome to my blog! Today’s post is all about the iPad Pro. Recently Apple invited me to an exclusive party in Manhattan to try out the upcoming iPad Pro. I was able to create some paintings on it using the Apple Pencil and will share my thoughts on the device.… -
Featured Illustration: The New Haven Green
08 Oct 2015Welcome to my blog! In this post I will be talking about my latest urban landscape painting I walk by through the New Haven Green every time I head Downtown. When I create a location based painting I try to draw from an emotional attachment. There are many great events… -
Featured Illustration: Jorge Colombo (Alternate Version)
04 Oct 2015Welcome to my blog! Today I’m sharing an alternate version of my latest portrait painting. Whenever I work on a portrait for a few days I create multiple copies to save different parts of the process. It’s a great way to have a backup copy in case of an emergency.… -
Featured Illustration: Jorge Colombo
01 Oct 2015Welcome to my blog! Today I’m sharing my painting of renowned artist, Jorge Colombo. He also took the time to answer some questions… 1. What inspired you to take up iPhone and then iPad Painting? Jorge: I used to work with ink and watercolors but it was complicated to paint… -
Featured Illustration: Lindsey Pina
22 Sep 2015Welcome to my blog! In this post I will be talking about my latest portrait painting. A lot people notice my portraits when they look at my online portfolio. I’m all about capturing the essence of my subjects. They also wonder why I don’t have more of them. The reason…