I am an artist in Portland, Oregon and currently the Head of Retail for Elephants Delicatessen. My work is in a variety of mediums but mostly ink, pencil and pyrography (woodburning). Most of my pieces center around my 30+ years working in the food, beverage and hospitality industry where I have done just about every job available. Stylistically I am heavily influenced by traditional Japanese art from the Ukiyo-e and Shin-Hanga movements as well as modern masters such as Paul Binnie and Tom Killion. Other influences that I lean on are Aaron Douglas, John Luke and the graphic work of the Beggarstaff Brothers.
I have done two series of works: The Food and Beverage Series: a group of 20 contemporary reinterpretations of traditional Japanese woodblock art set in the culinary world. I recently have been working on The Vineyard and Winery Series which explores influential locations in the wine world though the lens of the Shin-Hanga style of art. Giclee prints of these works are available from the shop in two sizes. The original woodblock pieces are also available, please inquire via email.
In addition to my own artwork, I have also done brand work for companies such as Raptor Ridge Winery, Violet’s Paradise Wines, Stumptown Coffee, Brugal Rum, Cutty Sark, Highland Park Scotch Whisky, Four Barrel Coffee, Snow Leopard Vodka, Elephants Delicatessen, Dean & Deluca and Oakville Grocery.
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