Where did you learn how to draw/paint?
I started out as a self taught artist. When I was younger, I learned how to draw through comic books, manga, and anime. After graduating high school, I went to Las Positas Community College to strengthen my drawing skill and learn how to paint. From Las Positas I received a Associates Degree in Fine Arts emphasis on painting. In the spring of 2020 I graduated from Humboldt State University and received my Bachelor's Degree in Studio Arts.
What and who inspires your art?
I am inspired by various forms of illustration and graphic arts. Retro Pinups, fantasy, surrealism, symbolismI, and art nouveau are my aesthetic. The artist look up to are: Adam Hughes, Norman Rockwell, Alphonse Mucha, Glenn Arthur, Wendy Ortiz, Gil Elvgren, Fritz Willis, and Olivia De Berardinis.
Can I use your artwork as inspiration (or homage) for my art?
Yes. However you must mention me as an original source of your inspiration/homage. DO NOT COPY! I am flattered and honored if you use my work as inspiration. DO NOT COPY MY WORK!
Regarding to tattoos:
Can I use your artwork as a tattoo?
Of course you can! I see it as a compliment. However, every artist is different. I recommend that you must ask for permission to use anyone's art for a tattoo. Give those artists credit of the original design. As for me, feel free but please give me credit for creating the original idea of the work (especially on social media). Thank you.
Can I commission you for a tattoo design?
As of right now no. Due to the fact it is a collaboration with the client and me. Usually with these types of collaborations, it takes a long time and a close contact. Due to my hectic schedule, the time and effort for tattoo commission are not available. I will let everyone know when I will start doing tattoo commissions on my social media sites.
Regarding Commission Work:
How do I let you know what I want for my commissions?
When ordering a commission you can enter what you want at check out under the section "note to seller".
How this works is - when you enter text in the "notes to seller" at the check out screen, that note of what your want for your commission will be displayed in the order details in my Big Cartel admin.
Example of what you can write:
For Color Commission: "full body of Bettie Page. in a sitting on a chair wearing pink lingerie."
For Ink (Black & White) Commissions: "head shot of Harley Quinn with pigtails. having 'HA HA HA' in the background"
How long will I expect my commission(s) be complete and shipped?
Because I am using PayPal, please allow 5 to 7 days for PayPal to process your order. This prevents fraud and Identity theft (especially if you are paying a large sum of money. Example $200.00 and/or more).
After the PayPal process goes through I will immediately start on your commission. Depending of the concept and complexity of the commission It will take me at least 2-3 weeks. This include packaging and shipping it out. If I need more time, I will contact you via email.
Thank you for stopping by me website and shop! and have a lovely day!
If you have any more questions please email me at: [email protected]