“Portrait of an Artist” at Bragg’s Pie Factory

I have been invited to exhibit in an upcoming exhibition at Phoenix’s Bragg’s Pie Factory. A collaboration show between Anthony Zeh and artists from his studio portraits series, the show will include works by Annie Lopez, Jeff Falk, Mike Prepsky, James Angel, David Dauncy, Linda Ingraham, Rafael Navarro, Thuong Nguyen, Gennaro Garcia, William LeGoullon, Joe Willie Smith, Brent Bond, Kritsin Bauer, Carolyn Lavander, Cristine Cassano, Melissa Martinez, Lara Plecas. “Portrait of an Artist” opens this Friday, October 19th from 7-10PM. Other receptions include October 20th (Grand Ave Festival) from 11am-8pm and November 2nd (First Friday) 7-10 pm. Bragg’s is located at 1301 W Grand Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85007.


The 1912 Project 13th Release NOW AVAILABLE: Inspired by one of our states most recognizable symbols, The “Carnegiea gigantea” limited edition release features a design incorporating the famous Saguaro cactus. Yeah, it’s a little cheesy, but screw it, we all love em! They are after all one of the coolest things found within our surrounding landscape. The design itself was actually influenced heavily by the work of fellow Phoenix artist and my significant other, Alexandra Bowers. Her interest in desert species and fascination with science fused well with this specific release. The edition is 25 shirts and features a light beige ink design on warm tone grey shirts. The shirts are available for purchase by contacting me via The 1912 Project Website and/or visiting MADE Art Boutique in Phoenix! So head out and support what is one of my favorite local businesses or contact me directly to get your hands on one of the latest tees! Thanks to all of you who continue to spread love and appreciation for the place we call home.
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The 1912 Project 13th Release NOW AVAILABLE:

Inspired by one of our states most recognizable symbols, The “Carnegiea gigantea” limited edition release features a design incorporating the famous Saguaro cactus. Yeah, it’s a little cheesy, but screw it, we all love em! They are after all one of the coolest things found within our surrounding landscape. The design itself was actually influenced heavily by the work of fellow Phoenix artist and my significant other, Alexandra Bowers. Her interest in desert species and fascination with science fused well with this specific release. The edition is 25 shirts and features a light beige ink design on warm tone grey shirts. The shirts are available for purchase by contacting me via The 1912 Project Website and/or visiting MADE Art Boutique in Phoenix! So head out and support what is one of my favorite local businesses or contact me directly to get your hands on one of the latest tees! Thanks to all of you who continue to spread love and appreciation for the place we call home.

Latest Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture Imagery: About a year ago I first showcased some examples of my microscopic discoveries at Phoenix’s Chaos Theory Exhibition. I continued to be fascinated by the processes and imagery found within this new found focus. I worked on the “Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture” series pretty heavily for about 8 months. Although I continued to promote and exhibit these photographs for the months that followed, I decided to take a break from creating new ones to focus on other interests. Now, after briefly stepping away from photographing these popular liquids I have begun re-investigating the possibilities of these materials. The outcomes thus far have been very successful and I look forward to continuing these works. Can you guess what popular beverage the image above is?
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Latest Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture Imagery:

About a year ago I first showcased some examples of my microscopic discoveries at Phoenix’s Chaos Theory Exhibition. I continued to be fascinated by the processes and imagery found within this new found focus. I worked on the “Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture” series pretty heavily for about 8 months. Although I continued to promote and exhibit these photographs for the months that followed, I decided to take a break from creating new ones to focus on other interests. Now, after briefly stepping away from photographing these popular liquids I have begun re-investigating the possibilities of these materials. The outcomes thus far have been very successful and I look forward to continuing these works. Can you guess what popular beverage the image above is?

Chaos Theory 13: Once again, I will be having the pleasure of exhibiting along side some of Phoenix’s top artists! This year Randy Slack of Legend City Studios has put together another fantastic list of exhibitors. Featuring 60 artists, the show is sure to be a fantastic demonstration of what Phoenix’s arts community has to offer and includes many of my personal friends and colleagues and even some who I consider major inspirations. It’s truly an honor to be invited once again to take part in this year’s Chaos Theory. Now in its thirteenth year, the exhibition is sure to attract a crowd and I encourage anyone with even the slightest interest in anything creative to check this one out. It opens Friday, October 5th, 2012 at 521 W Van Buren St. at 6PM. Spread the word!
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Chaos Theory 13:

Once again, I will be having the pleasure of exhibiting along side some of Phoenix’s top artists! This year Randy Slack of Legend City Studios has put together another fantastic list of exhibitors. Featuring 60 artists, the show is sure to be a fantastic demonstration of what Phoenix’s arts community has to offer and includes many of my personal friends and colleagues and even some who I consider major inspirations. It’s truly an honor to be invited once again to take part in this year’s Chaos Theory. Now in its thirteenth year, the exhibition is sure to attract a crowd and I encourage anyone with even the slightest interest in anything creative to check this one out. It opens Friday, October 5th, 2012 at 521 W Van Buren St. at 6PM. Spread the word!

The Midwest Center For Photography’s “Photo Emerge 2012” Exhibition: I am pleased to announce that my work was selected to be part of this years “Photo Emerge” Exhibition at The Center Gallery at The Midwest Center For Photography in Wichita, Kansas. The exhibition will feature the works of 12 artists selected by juror; Linda Robinson, director and curator of The Center Gallery, from September 28th through October 12th. This will be my third nationally juried exhibition selection in 2 months. I am appreciate the opportunity to take part in this wonderful show and want to express my thanks to toughs who have made it possible.
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The Midwest Center For Photography’s “Photo Emerge 2012” Exhibition:

I am pleased to announce that my work was selected to be part of this years “Photo Emerge” Exhibition at The Center Gallery at The Midwest Center For Photography in Wichita, Kansas. The exhibition will feature the works of 12 artists selected by juror; Linda Robinson, director and curator of The Center Gallery, from September 28th through October 12th. This will be my third nationally juried exhibition selection in 2 months. I am appreciate the opportunity to take part in this wonderful show and want to express my thanks to toughs who have made it possible.

NOW OPEN: “Center Forward 2012” at The Center for Fine Art Photography… I am pleased to announce that tonight will be the opening reception for the “Center Forward 2012” Exhibition at The Center for Fine Art Photography. I am honored to have been among the selected photographers. Jurors Ann M Jastrab and Hamidah Glasglow chose the framed image above (Coffee Specimen) to be featured in the show. If you find yourself in the Ft. Collins area, I encourage you to stop by and check out the exhibition. For those of you who can’t make it, click here for the online gallery version.
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NOW OPEN: “Center Forward 2012” at The Center for Fine Art Photography…

I am pleased to announce that tonight will be the opening reception for the “Center Forward 2012” Exhibition at The Center for Fine Art Photography. I am honored to have been among the selected photographers. Jurors Ann M Jastrab and Hamidah Glasglow chose the framed image above (Coffee Specimen) to be featured in the show. If you find yourself in the Ft. Collins area, I encourage you to stop by and check out the exhibition. For those of you who can’t make it, click here for the online gallery version.

Opening Today: “Terrain” Exhibition at The Kiernan Gallery: “Terrain” will showcase the works of 30 artists focusing on both the vast and microscopic interpretations of landscape. Working with The Kiernan Gallery in Lexington, Virginia, juror, Sean Kernan, explains that in addition to beauty, this genre often explores the contours of our relationships with environments and their complexities. The image (above) chosen for the exhibition was selected from an ongoing series of work relating to the identity of and tension within the desert southwest, most specifically the areas between Phoenix and the Transverse and Peninsular Mountain Ranges of Southern California. As this body of work continues to evolve, I look forward to further perusing exhibition opportunities outside of Arizona. I am very honored to be part of this exhibition and I encourage anyone to check it out if they find themselves in Virginia. For more info or to see the digital version of the exhibition click here.
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Opening Today: “Terrain” Exhibition at The Kiernan Gallery:

“Terrain” will showcase the works of 30 artists focusing on both the vast and microscopic interpretations of landscape. Working with The Kiernan Gallery in Lexington, Virginia, juror, Sean Kernan, explains that in addition to beauty, this genre often explores the contours of our relationships with environments and their complexities. The image (above) chosen for the exhibition was selected from an ongoing series of work relating to the identity of and tension within the desert southwest, most specifically the areas between Phoenix and the Transverse and Peninsular Mountain Ranges of Southern California. As this body of work continues to evolve, I look forward to further perusing exhibition opportunities outside of Arizona. I am very honored to be part of this exhibition and I encourage anyone to check it out if they find themselves in Virginia. For more info or to see the digital version of the exhibition click here.

99 Book:

I exhibited a piece entitled 99 Bottles; Their Caps on the Wall back in 2009/2010 at a solo exhibition at Eye Lounge, “Chaos Theory” at Legend City Studios, and “The Arizona Biennial” at The Tucson Museum of Art. Since then I’ve been working on a proto-type / mock up book design inspired by the piece… Entitled “99” the book version allows one to experience each bottle cap independently (page to page). Although I have created artist books before and have enjoyed the process very much, I have never started with a printed piece on a wall and translated it into a book form later on. The experience of a viewer, as well as myself, is far different than through the presentation of the original print. I’ve always been fascinated by the way viewing photographs in book form is transformed and altered, as if it becomes more honest through a slower and more tactful way of engagement. Initially intended to be a small run of self published artist books, “99” has become something that I imagine being a little bigger, maybe involving a series of prints to go with it. I am actively seeking out publication opportunities for this specific project and am still developing the details, text, and design. If anyone has any suggestions, ideas, or insights, please email me as I’d love to hear. I look forward to seeing how it will evolve. In the meantime here are some photos of the first proto-type book itself. (Currently just over 100 pages, including all 99 bottle caps. Ignore the edition of 10, there won’t be more books made exactly like this one.)

Works featured on Copypasteculture:

Earlier this week, works from my Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture Series were yet again featured on a site I admire greatly - this time, Copypasteculture. Using their words, I feel the following describes what has been happening a lot lately with this particular body of work…

We live in an era where everything can be copied and pasted in many different forms.
Copypasteculture displays a selection of images by curating the Web and giving a platform to talented people. The images are not always in focus, are not always new and are free of contemporary preference. Nevertheless, with the collected fractions of our visual culture which we display, we create a new language; the myth of Copypasteculture.

I am very appreciative of the curator, Martijn Savenije, for including my project amongst Copypasteculture’s dialog. I encourage everyone to check out the sites many other talents.

The 1912 Project 12th Release: As the first release of The 1912 Project’s second year, “The Rising Star” limited edition tees feature small copper stars referencing our state flag and outlining the shape of Arizona. Being that it’s as hot as it is outside, I felt doing a white shirt would be appropriate. This time around, the edition is 20 shirts, and with the exception of pre-placed orders, the entire release will be available exclusively at Frances Vintage in downtown Phoenix. So head out and support this fantastic local business! For more information about ordering/purchasing shirts please contact me directly at The1912Project@gmail.com. Thanks to all of you, who continue to spread love and appreciation for the place we call home.
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The 1912 Project 12th Release:

As the first release of The 1912 Project’s second year, “The Rising Star” limited edition tees feature small copper stars referencing our state flag and outlining the shape of Arizona. Being that it’s as hot as it is outside, I felt doing a white shirt would be appropriate. This time around, the edition is 20 shirts, and with the exception of pre-placed orders, the entire release will be available exclusively at Frances Vintage in downtown Phoenix. So head out and support this fantastic local business! For more information about ordering/purchasing shirts please contact me directly at The1912Project@gmail.com. Thanks to all of you, who continue to spread love and appreciation for the place we call home.

“Terrain” Exhibition at The Kiernan Gallery: I have been selected to exhibit along side 30 artists in an upcoming exhibition opening August 29th at The Kiernan Gallery in Lexington, Virginia. Titled, “Terrain” the showcase of work focuses on both the vast and the microscopic interpretations of landscape. Juror, Sean Kernan, explains that in addition to beauty, this genre often explores the contours of our relationships with environments and their complexities. The image (above) chosen for the exhibition was selected from an ongoing series of work relating to the desert southwest, most specifically the areas between Phoenix and the Transverse and Peninsular Mountain Ranges of Southern California. As this body of work is still maturing, I am very honored to be part of this exhibition and I look forward to working with The Kiernan Gallery.
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“Terrain” Exhibition at The Kiernan Gallery:


I have been selected to exhibit along side 30 artists in an upcoming exhibition opening August 29th at The Kiernan Gallery in Lexington, Virginia. Titled, “Terrain” the showcase of work focuses on both the vast and the microscopic interpretations of landscape. Juror, Sean Kernan, explains that in addition to beauty, this genre often explores the contours of our relationships with environments and their complexities. The image (above) chosen for the exhibition was selected from an ongoing series of work relating to the desert southwest, most specifically the areas between Phoenix and the Transverse and Peninsular Mountain Ranges of Southern California. As this body of work is still maturing, I am very honored to be part of this exhibition and I look forward to working with The Kiernan Gallery.

Work to be featured in Studio Visit Magazine!

I am pleased to announce that I will be one of approximately 150 artists featured in the upcoming Winter Edition of Studio Visit Magazine. Selected by juror, Jonathan Greene, independent curator and former director of Hunterdon Art Museum in New Jersey, I plan to have two of my pieces featured in this wonderful publication. Studio Visit is a series of juried artist books each featuring works from artists all over the nation. Offering artists a new and effective venue through which to introduce their work to a serious national audience of art world professionals, Studio Visit is received by a total of two-thousand galleries, museum curators, and art aficionados. I am very honored to be selected for this publication and look forward to seeing the final product.

Selected for “Center Forward 2012” Exhibition: I received word the other day that my piece “Coffee Specimen” from my Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture Series was selected for the Center Forward 2012 exhibition at The Center for Fine Art Photography by jurors; Ann M. Jastrab of RayKo Photo Center in San Francisco and Hamidah Glasgow of The Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, Colorado. The work will be traveling to the center this coming month for the exhibition in September and October.
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Selected for “Center Forward 2012” Exhibition:

I received word the other day that my piece “Coffee Specimen” from my Fingerprints of Drinkable Culture Series was selected for the Center Forward 2012 exhibition at The Center for Fine Art Photography by jurors; Ann M. Jastrab of RayKo Photo Center in San Francisco and Hamidah Glasgow of The Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, Colorado. The work will be traveling to the center this coming month for the exhibition in September and October.

Re-Branding Preview: So you may be wondering why it’s been a little while since my last post. Well, I don’t have a great excuse but I can assure you that things have been in the works. News of an upcoming show as well as a publication are soon to come. In the meantime, I thought I’d share a small preview of my re-branding projects. It isn’t really a completely new brand/logo design just a facelift with some additional materials. Wanted to emphasize some elements from my website. Business cards and envelopes are done. Postcards, letterhead, and possibly some other things are right around the corner. Enjoy!
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Re-Branding Preview:

So you may be wondering why it’s been a little while since my last post. Well, I don’t have a great excuse but I can assure you that things have been in the works. News of an upcoming show as well as a publication are soon to come. In the meantime, I thought I’d share a small preview of my re-branding projects. It isn’t really a completely new brand/logo design just a facelift with some additional materials. Wanted to emphasize some elements from my website. Business cards and envelopes are done. Postcards, letterhead, and possibly some other things are right around the corner. Enjoy!

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