Broke and itchy

Literally just a few dollars left to rub together, assuming the phone will ring from 'collections', but continuing to forge ahead and complete as many new works as possible before I begin 'working for the man'. Next week though, there will be some monetary relief as I have a delivery of 2 paintings. Very excited about that... things could be worse--but they could be far, far better. Slightly concerned about my health, but the pain comes and goes.

Disappointed that I let one smart-mouthed prick affect my day yesterday. I'm a sensitive fellow I guess.

I'm back

I had to dust off the ole blog, and give it another go.

My first Art Book is now Published!

Haven't posted in quite some time, so I wanted to make sure my next entry had some meat on its bones.
I recently completed my first art book showcasing my monster artwork. I started a Facebook group in the winter of 2010 called "Monster-A-Day". Almost everyday I uploaded a monster I did (sketched,painted,inked, etc.) with the one rule that it takes 15 minutes or less to complete.

It now has almost 1300 followers and I decided to do an art book made up of many of the monsters I had done.

http://www.lulu.com/product/lulustudio-photo-book/monsters/14926896

mineski

mineski, originally uploaded by beatblack.

Feb26

Feb26, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Having fun on a Friday.

feb17

feb17, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

feb14

feb14, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Played Skinny Puppy during this piece... :)

Feb13

Feb13, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Here is what a cupid looks like in my world...no bow and arrow--he just takes a bite out of your tuckus.

feb12

feb12, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Monster-A-Day on Facebook

Pencil sketches,ink drawings,charcoal, watercolour ..whatever I happen to grab will transform into some beast. I truly hope to upload a monster a day.
Self-imposed rules:
1. no more than 15 minutes
2. just letting it all 'hang out' with less concern for a polished piece...just raw in the moment creating

www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=276814377571&ref=mf
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feb11

feb11, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

*I've now had some requests to purchase these drawings...if you are interested in owning an original - contact me and we'll make arrangements. $25 within Canada--includes shipping. size is 8.5" x 5.5 "

Monster-A-Day on Facebook

Pencil sketches,ink drawings,charcoal, watercolour ..whatever I happen to grab will transform into some beast. I truly hope to upload a monster a day.
Self-imposed rules:
1. no more than 15 minutes
2. just letting it all 'hang out' with less concern for a polished piece...just raw in the moment creating

www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=276814377571&ref=mf

feb10

feb10, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Monster-A-Day on Facebook

Pencil sketches,ink drawings,charcoal, watercolour ..whatever I happen to grab will transform into some beast. I truly hope to upload a monster a day.
Self-imposed rules:
1. no more than 15 minutes
2. just letting it all 'hang out' with less concern for a polished piece...just raw in the moment creating

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=276814377571&ref=mf

feb02

feb02, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

The Groundhog became a snack ... made the wrong prediction. I want spring NOW!

Monster-A-Day on Facebook

Pencil sketches,ink drawings,charcoal, watercolour ..whatever I happen to grab will transform into some beast. I truly hope to upload a monster a day.
Self-imposed rules:
1. no more than 15 minutes
2. just letting it all 'hang out' with less concern for a polished piece...just raw in the moment creating

www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=276814377571&ref=mf

Monster-A-Day

To help fan the fires of creativity I decided to start a fun Facebook group called
Monster-A-Day. I'll post a drawing a day with less focus on the polished,finished piece and rather the loose ,edgey raw sketch. Ink,pencil, watercolour or mishmash of things...whatever I grab that day. The only rule is that it takes no more than 15 minutes from start to finish.

It began just a few days ag, but seems to be getting some attention, here's a link and a couple of samples...

If you not on Facebook I've also posted them on Flickr.

Comic Style Record Paintings

Kitty Litter, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

The series of comic styled record paintings I started in 2009 were very well received. They all sold with alot of interest for more. I had and still am having alot of fun making them- to the point I feel like I can't part with a few because they are just so funny. ahh well.

Visit www.gnarledbranch.com
to view more --available for purchase as well.

Night Horrors

Night Horrors, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Yet another painted jewellery box- this is the back of it.

Done only using white on black.
To view more...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gnarledbranch/

Sweet Dreams II

Sweet Dreams II, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

A couple of months ago I did a painted jewellery box (wonkie) that looked like a boy sleeping in a comfy bed with all the monsters underneath. The idea came by really utilizing the shape of the wooden jewellery box.
This time I did a little girl version, this is a zoom.
Here's the link for plenty more photos.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gnarledbranch/

Me aka The Gnarled Branch

Me aka The Gnarled Branch, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

a recent photo of yours truly altered a bit in corel photopaint...i'm not a digital artist, but happy with the mood of this image.

A Rose for Virtue

A Rose for Virtue, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

This is part of a series of miniature pieces --mixed media on canvas board, with the size not exceeding 5" x 6".

Are you on Facebook?

Please join up on The Gnarled Branch fan page for latest works,shows,updates and news regarding new shops in and around North America where you can buy my work.
Here's the link!

http://www.facebook.com/business/dashboard/?ref=sb#/pages/The-Gnarled-Branch/7850923185

The Cabinet of Ill Repute

The Cabinet of Ill Repute, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

Two more mini wonky's have been posted on Flickr. Many pics of each from various angles.

The two posted are... The Cabinet of Ill Repute and The Gatherers.

Keep posted for soon to be released photos of the horrific themed full size wonky...it's due date for completion is within 7 more days.

Just In Time for Prom

Just In Time for Prom, originally uploaded by gnarledbranch.

This piece will included in the Super Happy Bacon art solo show at the Loose Canon in Hamilton.

Lots of surreal pop and oddness abound.