This collage started out looking a little bit abstract, and I decided to keep it that way somewhat. Sometimes it’s interesting to tackle a subject that’s so familiar like a squirrel. Every now and then you can get interesting results.
I thought this lion looked pretty dignified, so I decided to call him “Sir Lion.” I’ve done a couple other lion collages in the past, but this one is more of a close-up. I’m definitely on a streak with these animal collages, and I’m planning to complete a few more in the upcoming weeks.
I was recently interviewed by Workspiration. You can check out the “Work Inspiration” interview online.
The other day I received a request from a client in Canada to create a collage of the Calgary Tower. Architectural elements are always more difficult when working on a smaller scale, although I enjoyed the challenge. After spending a lot of time focussing on animal pieces, it was also nice to change things up a bit with a building.
I haven’t made a collage of a cow in years – the last one I did was a purple cow back in 2008. This time I went with a more realistic approach – and I like how gentle and kind this one turned out. I also decided that the cow looks like it’s trying to go somewhere, and the viewer is somewhat in the way.
I recently heard from a teacher from Port Aransas, Texas who used my artwork as inspiration for a student art project. Here are a few of the pieces that the 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders created:
As always, it’s a lot of fun to receive student work in my inbox. I definitely enjoyed taking a look at what this group came up with.
Sometimes I think owls just look like they don’t care – hence the name for this piece. Plus, I suppose the sound they make also influenced the title.
I’m always interested in finding different animals to collage, or finding different ways to collage animals that have already appeared in my work before. This is the first time I did more of an action composition of an elephant. I like how the “Trumpeting Elephant” seems to almost be smiling.
I just had to go and collage another cup of coffee. What can I say? It’s difficult for me not to make artwork of one of my favorite drinks of all time.
Bosty decided to visit New York City again to get a better look at all the city lights. He also wanted to ride the subway more and do some serious people-watching.
The spring weather outside was beautiful so he decided to check out High Line park…
And take a look at all the unusual sculptures and plant-life.
Next up he wanted to see the flowers in full bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
They really were in full bloom!
Then he stopped by the Brooklyn museum for some culture for the day.
Bosty started getting hungry so he headed off to Smorgasburg in Williamsburg for a quick bite to eat.
He actually had quite a bit to eat, so it wasn’t exactly a “quick” bite. But he did have a chance to have a picnic by the water with his tasty treats.
He wandered all the way to Chelsea to check out Chelsea Market. Perhaps it’s dessert time?
But Bosty decided to pick up a few New York souvenirs at the Artists & Fleas shop.
To end his incredibly busy day, he headed over to Central Park for a stroll.
It’s been fun, New York – we’ll have to do this again sometime!