Frank Frazetta

Frank Frazetta is an icon.





I spent the morning looking at paintings that hark back to the days of Vampirella and Conan. Frank has been making art since the 1940's. Nearly all of it mystical and fantastic. I typically have difficulty being interested in fantasy, but Frank's art is beastly and beautiful, violent and seductive. I had a hard time seeing his art without viewing him as a predecessor to artists I admire, such as Coop.

Now, I can't help but wonder how much of his art has influenced our culture; by shaping the dreams, ideas, and fantasys of young people growing up. How many things have been inspired by his images rattling around in our heads for the past 65 years?

See more at the Unofficial Frank Franzetta Fantasy Art Gallery

And his official website: Frazetta art gallery.com

Jessica V.

I had the distinct pleasure to photography Jessica V. in Balboa Park recently. She is an absolute delight to be around and I wish her all the best.

New tattoo

Not on me, but my close friend Vannessa. Her heart is a larger version of one that adorns her mother's neck. She wanted a picture of it in progress as part of a surprise and I was more than happy to take it. In all a very sweet and special present, I'm sure her mother will love it.