These are pictures taken during the process of creating my “Hulkface” painting. It pictures my friend Eddie Angeletti. He is a personal trainer and student in NYC, has an amazing intellect and an impressive physique. These play into my picking him as Hulk (Banner/ Behemoth dichotomy) but my primary reason for choosing him for this was his sad eyes. The street artist Mysterious Al did a print called “The Incredible Sulk” a few years back and this piece is either an answer to that piece or could be thought of as inspired by that piece. I hope it gets to the core of the double edged psychology of being a contemporary modern Man.

Even though this painting is nearly monochromatic, its a good representation of my process of painting. Paint is applied in both a loose and tight fashion. During the process areas are obliterated or activated with a spray bottle. Paint is used both opaquely and transparently to add a sculptural dimension to this face.

Hulkface is on view at Rush Arts Gallery in Chelsea NYC this week Wednesday-Saturday from 12-6pm. There is a closing party this weekend March 31^st 2012 starting at 2pm. Come see the image for yourself and mix it up with the Artist and his friends as we celebrate my first one man show!

Beau Knows (Boo Knows)
2011, Acrylic on Canvas, 5′ x 4′
Inspired by the training necessary to achieve a body appropriate for the Lingerie Football League, the artist was exploring that in conjunction with an image of a 1980’s sports hero.

One Man Show

Show Dates March 22^nd-March 31st

Show Opening at Rush Arts Gallery (main gallery) at 526 W 26^th St. 3^rd Floor

-Figurative, expressive and pop-flavored portraits

Made it! WWCC Philadelphia has begun. People are starting to file in. This really is the city of Brotherly love. Thanks to the two Grounds crew guys who helped me get to the front! BROOKLYN STAND UP!

Joshua Peters sent this.

Check it out at www.lickmykicks,com !!!!