Finally updating my blog! I have been involved in so many awesome things this past year and I can’t wait to share everything with you. I’m going to post a majority of what I can on this post and cover the rest next post. The content in my blog posts are usually in this order – NEWS / CURRENT PROJECTS / UPCOMING PROJECTS / MISCELLANEOUS / CURRENT MUSIC.

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Cool news! NBC’s Little Big Shots is planning to have some amazingly talented little Houstonians performing for the show and they wanted to use some of my work to represent our city for their segment. 😀 Broadcast day is this year but I’ll be sure to post info when it becomes available!

My murals from the Silos made an appearance on ESPN! Video BELOW! (volume warning!)

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NOT ALL MURALS LAST FOREVER

Not all murals last forever. My Houston Zoo and JW Marriott murals are going to be coming down soon. Its very sad to see mural come down but sometimes it happens. I have seen so many selfies and photoshoots shot in front of these murals throughout the years. Seeing people having such a great time in front of my work makes it all worth it.

Video of the making of the Zoo mural below!

I had lots of fun creating this mural for Rice Village. The whole process was great and everyone at Rice Village were awesome!
I was honored when they asked me to create a mural and add to the already going public art on the RV grounds.

This mural was especially a challenging due to the our crazy Houston weather. During the painting process, Houston experienced two freezes and many days of heavy rain.
I think it was the first time I painted during a freeze. Probably my last.

I love how the image and colors came out. Lots of fun!

The mural received a good amount of press which I am still gathering. I will post next time. 🙂

Short Process Clip!

VARIETY MAGAZINE ILLUSTRATION

I am always so thrilled when I get a chance to illustrate for Variety. The illustration was for an article regarding female directors.

You can read the article online on the link below
http://variety.com/2017/film/news/wonder-woman-female-directors-1202464957/

ARTWALL 2016 – Washington Arts District – Houston Tx
I will posting more about the Artwall project very soon

I am currently working with Lululemon on some very fun designs. More info soon!

I will be having a workshop at Rice University December 2nd, 2016.

“The Moody Center is coming to you this semester with a series of pop-up art events because we know that side of campus (the distant 10 minutes away) requires a lot of effort to get to. So instead, we’ll be taking over the JuiceBOX mobile grid units in front of South Servery to give the student body a taste of what the Moody Center will have to offer once it opens next semester.

PART II: Graffiti, Paint, & Film:
– Free Crave Cupcakes and hor d’oeuvres!
– Graffiti workshop with Michael C. Rodriguez => http://michael-rodriguez.com/blog/
– Interactive Installation and origami workshop by Rice’s Art & Engineering Club
– Paint Balloons and Darts
– Collaborative Painting
– Student film screenings
– Moody button making”

I finally got over bronchitis four weeks ago. I can’t remember ever being that sick in a long time. During my first week, I woke up one morning suffocating, and choking uncontrollably and then fell out of bed onto the floor. Thankfully, I was able to barely inhale some air after constantly hitting my chest with my fist.
It was a scary situation and had to go to the doctor asap. I was put on an inhaler and a bunch of other medication. I’m glad its finally over.

It was a long 4 weeks but I think the most positive part was hanging out with my pup, Mops. He didn’t leave my side the whole time while I was sick. As soon as I felt better, I started taking him to the park almost all day, everyday. The only problem with Mops and the park is that as soon as he sees a female, he has to run to them to say hello. Maybe he’s just trying to tell me something.

I really enjoying designing and making art pretty much every free second I have, but recently I realized that I haven’t been out in months again. I think I need to take it easy and try to have some sort of life this winter. Usually when I try to take a break I automatic feel like I’m wasting time and I could be making something! I’m sure the cold weather/upcoming work schedule will not help either. I’m starting a list of important projects of what my break needs to entail.

I actually have a super long list of artists/models that want to collaborate, so I think that is something I will focus on. Below is one of my FAVORITE colab peices I made with my friends/favorite HOU artists: ACK!, ANVILLE, EYESORE, ERIC CASTORENA, & my sis, MOLLY CLARK.

I just recently found a stack of test prints which I’m trying to give away!
I wish there was a way to give everyone something. I’ll figure out something…

I am finally going to open up my web store. Its about time!
I have a sketchbook full of ideas/designs that I have been adding to for the past 2 years.
I’m very excited and I will post updates on here once the wheels start moving!

VARIEY MAGAZINE
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I love these guys!  Thanks, Cheyne!

THE MAKING OF THE HOUSTON ZOO GORILLA MURAL

I’m glad that I was able to put this video together before it was too late. This mural was painted on heavy textured brick with little paint brushes. It was a challenge!

POP SHOP HOUSTON FESTIVAL INSTALLATIONS 2015
I had the best time at Popshop Houston Fest this year. I designed the poster and very happy with the outcome. I also live-painted for the first time.
I don’t know how I feel about live-painting at the moment. I realized I paint slower than I thought. The highlight was receiving my Makers Award for ‘Best Muralist”.
I finally put it in my studio. Thanks PopShop!

SUMMERFEST MUSIC FESTIVAL ART INSTALLATION 2015

These were all snatched away during the fest. I had a feeling that would happen 😉

STAR WARS DAY SHORT ANIMATION!

FOODZ DOODZ ART SHOW @ CATACOMB
I have big plans for these two best friends. I’m going to get them print on something soon. Lets hope Mr. Bunny doesn’t get too hungry by then.
This piece was bought by the wonderful artist, Katsola! Thanks, Kat!

Making lots of changes this year…

Houston Zoo – Gorilla Mural! at Jenni’s Noodle House Heights HOUTX
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Free Press Houston – Febuary Issue

Lowbrow Cafe – HOUTX
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PBS

I just finished being interviewed for a TV Show that will air on PBS next month. I will post the interview once I get a copy to upload.

CW 39 – NewsFlix

I was featured in a segment on NewsFlix this month regarding my recent Zoo mural. I will upload a clip once I get a copy!

New Documentary

I am also going to be featured in a new Art Documentary that should be out late 2015. The documentary with feature more of a personal interview about my life and my work. I will post more info when the time comes.

The Indies 2015 Texas Maker Award – PopshopAmerica

Thank you @popshopamerica for the nomination and everyone who voted for me in the muralist category.
And of course, there are so many muralists here in Houston who are amazing and inspiring. I’m looking forward on seeing more Houston murals out there in the future.