Elstabo's Canvas

Fruits to Nuts

2012-01-27T18:00:00.000-08:00

I will be Participating again, to this year's Erotic Art show in Baltimore's Gallery 1448

Opening Reception is Friday, February 10th from 6-9 pm

Be sure to come through and taste the lovely art flavors that this side of the east coast has to offer.

flesh over load

2012-01-09T21:04:00.000-08:00

So while re cooperating, I did this lil scribble in my book of this weird sexual entanglement of dicks and boobs. I did with out any real thought..it sort of just spit out..so i added some color and closed the book and forgot about it.
Days later I see the sketch and think..hmmm..its not bad..I wonder ...if...
well at that point I grabbed a clean canvas and brush and went to town on it..

Its such a vivid image that I'm thinking about doing more of them...
Brain cogs are turning-

16x20 oil on canvas

Dollies

2011-12-28T17:57:00.000-08:00

As my arm gets some of its strength back, I have made some attempts at picking up the brush, It feels weird.
I can't hold the brushes like I use to, So I have to alter my technique a little bit.
Im hoping to be at full strength by mid January, but I know thats my impatience talking..

My introduction to sex!

2011-12-21T18:42:00.000-08:00

Growing up in the late 70s to early 80s. My Father would drool in a hypnotized state facing the television, with a justified reason. Iris Chacon would be on, shaking her sexuality and soothing us with her singing voice.

This for me was my introduction to sex, Puerto Rican sex! A potent blend of color, sound and movement.

Its no wonder why today I am slave to beautiful voluptuous woman. They inspire me more than any thing else in this world, And I will continue to show my love to them till my last breath leaves this earth.

Big thanks to my Pops and huge sloppy thank you to Ms. Chacon

Return of the dead

2011-12-16T16:19:00.000-08:00

So I broke my arm about 4 weeks, and now I'm sort of have- half my strength back. Lifting my arm feels like lifting 80 pounds one handed. and when ever I go to grab something, you can hear the crunching sound which worries me a bit. I was able to write a little similar to my left hand which is a big difference since 2 weeks ago. Normally these type of fractures take up to 6 to 8 weeks to heal..and that's not even expecting a perfect arm again.

its been hell for me, considering all the projects and clients I had to sideline. I'm really hoping in the next 2 weeks to gain full control and strength to really get to work.

anyway's, I couldn't wait any longer so I grabbed a pencil and pen and started to force my arm to obey my commands,...so far this is where I'm at...not great..but something...

"Oh Art Gods..please bless me arm to full health so that I can get back into the scene with images of wonder"...

"or at least strength enuff to choke someone out!..."

AFreakinamen!

Rock is not dead!

2011-12-09T05:27:00.001-08:00

Critical Moments

2011-12-06T09:16:00.000-08:00

My friend/ muse Sahra Hussain will be performin here at these dates

she dosent just Model and Designs..but Acts aswell.

Broken!

2011-11-21T22:02:00.000-08:00

Due to some nonsense, I broke my drawing arm today. Yup broke it!. Not sure when it will be healed let along if it will heal at all!. Worst part is, I'm unable to create any work...and that for me is torture!

I will make attempts in the mean time with the left, but it will be only to kill the boredom or to stop from killing myself.

FML

witch doctor

2011-11-16T21:16:00.000-08:00

This piece here is another addition to Aztec erotic art that I'm working on. Titled Witch Doctor..the female shaman is helping to suck the demons out of our poor infected princess...

here's a step by step process of how I go about doing some of my illustrations.
( I have habit of going over paintings I dont like any more)

The grid process helps me fit everything into the space Im working in.

once I have blocked in all the major colors in acrylic...I then finished the art work in Oil..
At the moment this painting is about 60% done..took about 7 hours. When I start the painting in oil, the mind set has to be different, since the paint needs to be handled differently. That will most likely be another 7- 8 hours..so in total, two sit ins.

James Bond buff!

2011-11-13T18:14:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_K-sE8gy4c

Besides Tina Turns Golden eye song...I think this one is great as James Bonds theme intro music.

Holiday shopping expo

2011-11-12T11:00:00.000-08:00

Holiday shopping expo, Saturday Dec 10 12p to 4pm...selling everything from clothes to gift sets...need art work. $75 table fee to setup at our event (bring your own foldout). Magician available for kids...working on face painter. Promoting will be on all social media, online papers, Internet radio, we're trying to place ad in Bronx times, and street team will be giving out flyers in all major shop areas. Deadline for table fee is Nov 10. If u want the vendor app please let me know!

contact Lisette @

lissette.success@gmail.com

Lisette is a self made entrepreneur, I suggest anyone looking for a outlet to do business to contact her and take advantage of the opportunity she has presented.

build that shit!

2011-11-04T13:58:00.000-07:00

so I was getting tired of having my loose canvas tossed in my studio corners...or in big ol bags...
so I got some tools and put my carpenters hat on..
Ripped out some ugly cabinets that were on the wall..and made my self some space to put my canvas in..
took me about 4 hours to do..most of the work was just measuring things out..spent about 100 bucks on tools and screws..
the wood..I dug up in my shed...one of these days Ill paint all one color..but for now..Im glad to organize my work.

next....maybe some stretched draws for my sheets of paper..

twisted...but i like it!

2011-10-18T15:23:00.000-07:00

The Rock! (spanish fly series)

2011-10-13T21:00:00.000-07:00

this Muse is a complete package all in one..besides being gorgeous..she models is an actress and is a radio personality/ DJ...rumor has it she's a Dominatrix..but I don't have facts to back that up. When I met her I was wowed..and as i got to know her I have been just floored with amazement.

Her name Raquel..but they all know her as the RAQ (rock)

you can catch her on this Pod cast radio online at

http://worldcastradio.com/index

Wednesday I think from 6-8.

one night stand

2011-10-05T15:56:00.000-07:00

Im showing my work for a one nighter over at the ArtErotica lounge this Oct 26th. NYC
http://alaricphoto.com/ArteRoticaEvents.html
If you would like to meet me and see some of my erotic art up close and personal, then come through and lets share a few drinks.

Madame X is located at

94 West Houston Street,

on the north side between LaGuardia Place and Thompson Street.

Hours:

Monday - Tuesday, 6 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Wednesday - Friday, 6 p.m. - 4 a.m.

Saturday - 7 p.m. - 4 a.m.

Sunday 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.

There is a $5 cover charge beginning between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

You must be 21 and have a valid photo I.D. to enter.

2nd annual erotic show

2011-10-02T12:15:00.000-07:00

Gallery 788

Oct 6th 2011
788 Washington boulevard, Baltimore Maryland.

I participated in the first one, and it was a blast. I had lots of fun and this year is sure to be even better. If your in the area be sure to check out the exhibit

the fun starts @ 6PM

new studio

2011-09-29T21:23:00.000-07:00

So I am a what you call these days a Home Owner or FUCKED for short..on the bright side..my studio is about 4 times bigger than the one I had before..so I just might be creating some new wonderful things..I can now paint larger scenes of shock, and have room enough to store them.

seduction by suction

2011-09-15T09:51:00.000-07:00

5x7 oil oncanvas board (money shot series)

these for me are realy easy for me to do, and im having a fun time cranking these out ( excuse the pun)

Specializing in custom cakes

2011-09-08T21:19:00.000-07:00

do you have a sweet tooth?..then you are going to want to sink your teeth into her cupcakes!..the flavors will explode in your mouth like never before!.
do you need a special cake that for momentous occasion?..then I suggest you get a hold of the Kake Klub

http://www.kakeklub.com/

Force choke

2011-09-01T19:54:00.000-07:00

Nothing like a force choke to put your enemies back into place...haha

(wip) 16x20

keep it Lubricated

2011-08-29T15:05:00.000-07:00

part of a series of erotic mini paintings called Money Shot

oil on canvas 5x7

destiny

2011-08-22T11:47:00.000-07:00

Saw Return of the Jedi last night and got a creative jolt...about half way through it..

Magic fingers

2011-08-13T11:44:00.000-07:00

Magic fingers oil on canvas board
11x14

Its pretty pink I think.....what do you think?

just because

2011-08-12T05:54:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2bCc0EGP6U

more Spanish fly

2011-08-09T03:32:00.000-07:00

I've been lucky this year to meet some lovely and intelligent woman whom were gracious enough to indulge this artist and be part of my life on going works of Spanish Fly. My goal after this Second set is to exhibit them in NYC where the project started.
How and when is another question..
here's a glimps of some of the new faces included in the series.

Italian Goddess

2011-07-02T05:22:00.000-07:00

When I first layed eyes on her ,I knew she was going to be mine in some shape, way or form..
She is the envy of many woman and men alike . She reminds me of one of those European Goddess paintings you see at National museums. But over all..she as sweet as a Saint. Putting her on top of my extended list of muses.

thank you
A.R.R.

Collaberation

2011-06-27T03:04:00.000-07:00

A bit of film editing at the studio with fellow artist Lucho...

WBFF FOX45 - Cover Story

2011-06-19T21:36:00.000-07:00

WBFF FOX45 - Cover Story

the camera man was in love with my hands for some reason..lol

Corperation control the United States

2011-06-19T04:35:00.000-07:00

for those of you who dont know who Raplh Nader is..check the link out..and understand why Our country is so fuck up beyond visible repair!

RALPH NADER

between her lips

2011-06-16T20:02:00.000-07:00

one of my Friend/Muse sent me a cool pic honoring me.
I had to share it. Its people like these that fuel my inner art fire..she wonderful!

United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

2011-06-06T22:48:00.000-07:00

So by request, Im going to be exhibiting some of my Spanish Fly work on the 14th of June in DC.
I will be exhibiting some of my Spanish fly series.
So if your in town, drop through and lets do it like the Latinos do!

Location:
Mayflower Renaissance Hotel
1127 Connecticut Ave, NW DC.
7pm to 11pm.

more than a Muse

2011-06-04T10:40:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f61wRsDIoWA
This Model's name is Luminisa and I was lucky enough to find her..she got what it takes to be a excellent muse in my book, but I was even more impressed to find out she has vocal talents aswell..shes a keeper, folks..be on the look out for her in my art work. .

to sin is to be human...

2011-05-19T21:05:00.000-07:00

I love to do things in my art to make people gasp sometimes..and when I think about the Conservative Right..and there holy shenanigans...I easiely come up with these type of in your face images.. (chuckles to himself)

G40 Art Whino May 19th

2011-05-01T10:26:00.000-07:00

I will be participating again with Art whino this year G40 show...the last one was crazy huge with so much art. this year I will be flexing my Tiki art.

Art Whino returns in 2011 for the second edition of G40. The first G40 art summit in 2010 compounded artistically explosive cultures from all over the world and brought them to the DC metro area. By bringing all of these cultures from throughout the world to one place it allowed the visitor to be fully immersed in over 2000 works by 500 artists organized by floors corresponding to their cultural hubs.

This year G40 explores not cultures but the genres which are on the forefront of creative transitions and growing in large scale with hundreds of thousands of fans throughout the world. Some of these genres include Customized collectibles, Skateboard Art, Stencil, Wheat Paste and 3D Installations.

The G40 Art Summit is a unprecedented experience in the art world with its scale and caliber of artists from around the world. This year the summit comes to the city next to the U street corridor taking over an entire 25,000 sqft building and showcasing art on all of it 4 floors. From over twenty artists showcasing 16’ Murals to traditionally displayed artwork the summit will definitely have sensory overload requiring multiple trips to take in all the treats for the eyes.

Event Location

vitaminwater® uncapped LIVE
2213-2217 14th street NW (the corner of 14th and W NW)
G40 Exhibit Schedule:
Exhibit runs: May 19th-June 17th, 2011

http://www.artwhino.com/
for more info

Urban decay

2011-04-29T10:52:00.000-07:00

June 4th in Lorton VA I will be participating at the Urban Decay show hosted by the Work House art center.

Interviewed

2011-04-12T18:46:00.000-07:00

http://www.thrillist.com/home-gadgets/the-art-of-elstabo_art

Conducted interview by thrillist magazine based in DC

King of Monsters

2011-03-30T17:01:00.000-07:00

Growing up..Godzilla was a treat for me to watch on TV Sunday afternoons..usually before the kungfu movies started.

Here in this painting, I wanted to do the beast walking through the city just squashing everything to rubble, from a pilots view point. Im liking the comp on this one and will continue to work on it till satisfaction.

At this stage Im still fleshing it out a bit,aircraft and buildings are only about 50% done.

Yuri Night

2011-03-28T20:11:00.000-07:00

http://outofthisworldparty.com/home.html

this this year we Yuri night is happing again over at Crystal city Virginia..lots of music,booze art and performances with half naked woman doing sweet tricks..
yes..who can pass that up?
I got some pieces in the show and will be taking with me some lucky person...oh who will it be?

Countdown to Yuri's Night 2011
The Artisphere
Rosslyn, VA

Countdown to Yuris Night, a one-night extravaganza of other-worldly magnitude. This event combines visual art, performance, and music to celebrate SPACE.

Every ticket, regardless of which show you choose, gets you entry starting at 8 pm and includes the C2YN "Astro-Pop" Art Exhibition, Cosmonaughty Variety Show, Lunar Dance Party, Reduced-Gravity Chamber (aka moonbounce), Celestial Costume Contests, Complimentary Space Junk, Sci-Fi Trivia, and more...

Get check out the performer line-up and get a sneak peek at the art exhibition online at http://www.outofthisworldparty.com/

Betty and bugs

2011-03-15T14:17:00.000-07:00

The fun thing about being a freelance illustrator is that every now and then, some client will commission me to do something fun, these iconic cartoons are part of my child growing up as well as many others.

16x20 acrylic on canvas board

Graphic and Print needs?.....

2011-03-13T06:31:00.000-07:00

You want to get a hold of a good friend MYK JONES
our friend goes as far back as learning to turn on a computer...

Not only is Myk a talented artist himself but a promotional ninja. He has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to advertising and printing..if you need any assistance in these fields I suggest you contact him..tell him Elstabo sent you for discounts..

The Adventures of Myk Jones
Graphics • Print • Photography • Web
Tel: 917.806.3253
http://mykjones.net/
http://graphicriver.net/user/mykjones

my Hero

2011-03-12T06:09:00.000-08:00

when asked who are your biggest influences..these are the People that come to mind

Bruce, Hef, Ali, and Thompson

Live fast!

2011-02-16T18:06:00.000-08:00

I will be exhibiting the Harley Davidson painted gas tank Saturday Feb 26th at the Harley Davidson Store in Fairfax Virginia with Artwhino.

Im just one of the many artist who will be exhibiting their work at this Americana venue.
It should be a motor roaring fun atmosphere!

info can be found on artwhino website here:

http://www.artwhino.com/_webapp_3818328/livefast

Opening Reception

Saturday, February 26th, from 5pm – 8pm

With special guest appearance by the infamous artist “Letterfly” who will demonstrate traditional “old school” pinstriping.

The event is FREE but RSVP required for entrance
RSVP to Livefast@artwhino.com

Open to the public exhibit
Sunday, February 27th, from 11am – 5pm

Patriot University Seminar “Rolling Art-tips and tricks from the artist himself”
with Letterfly Sunday, February 27th, at 1 PM at Patriot H-D

This seminar is free but limited space is available. Please sign up by emailing university@patriothd.com
Location:

Patriot Harley-Davidson
9739 Fairfax Blvd Fairfax VA 22031

Show end date: February 27th

interview by JenniFDB of 2chix1mic.com

2011-02-14T19:11:00.001-08:00

http://2chix1mic.com/2011/02/14/elstabo/

Yuri Night - April 9th at the Artisphere!

2011-02-13T21:32:00.000-08:00

A new piece for the Yuri show which is put together by Jared Davis yearly..Im planning on doing a few more for submissions this year. Yuri Night is an art show celebrating the first Russian Astronaut.

the show isn't just Art though..there usually Burlesque-ish performance, with jugglers and scantly have naked woman..just the right environment for yours truly :)

hope to see everyone there this year.

for more on the show

Jared Davis

http://www.artbyjared.com/

Terence Mckenna

2011-02-06T09:21:00.001-08:00

Harley Davidson

2011-01-28T08:07:00.000-08:00

ArtWhino Gallery is putting together a exhibit with a Harley Davidson theme at the end Feb, they also are using some gas tanks as canvases...I never painted on a gas tank before..the closes thing I came to painting anything motor cycle-ish was a few helmets...backin the days when I had air brush fever..
It seemed like a fun idea and Im always up for a challenge..here is what I have so far...Im planning on doing more blue flames on the side of the tank. Im sure I'll add more to as time goes on.

here are some shots of my Comfy studio..its not much..but I get plenty done in it..

Erotica show Baltimore Feb 11

2011-01-27T15:58:00.000-08:00

Erotica show at Gallery 1448 in Baltimore MD. The Gallery is owned and operated
by members of Artist's Housing Inc, located at 1448 East Baltimore Street at Caroline in Baltimore.

The Theme for this year's show is POINTS OF VIEW: Erotica from a Male/Female Perspective

http://www.1448.org/about/

I will displaying some of my work with these people..so those of you who are near by..be sure not to miss it.

A lesson for other artist

2011-01-27T15:48:00.000-08:00

Back in Halloween 2010..I was asked to submit work by Chastity Sollmer of (ArtistsCompound ) out in Baltimore MD

( here is where you young artist come in )

Normally I like to get either a consigned contract or insurance on the art work for protection...but since this time around I was going on faith, I decided to pass on it and send in some work..

It took a while to get back the art because of scheduling purposes..but I was able to Drive up and get them while on a road trip..when I finally open up the packages to see some of my work chiped and scratch!..the frame isn't such a big deal..but the art work is another thing..

It was my dumb mistake to put faith into would be curators who doesn't respect the artist and there work.
when dealing with people in the art Business,,make sure ,,go over all the fine print and protect your self..
this isn't the first time,,and I'm sure it wont be the last...
I hope up coming artist take this lesson to heart and learn from it...

..She did offer payment for the damaged painting, but as of yet I recieved nothing and I doubt I will from her.

Nostalgic

2011-01-01T13:07:00.001-08:00

taking it back.. ELSTABO

Nostalgic

2011-01-01T13:07:00.000-08:00

Circus series process

2010-12-29T13:46:00.000-08:00

One of the wonderful aspects of a painting project is the aspect of refrence and research. Lovely Models like my friend Katrina make this process totaly worth it.
( Circus series coming soon )
Get your brush wet!

Jan 7th 2011 Art Reach exhibit

2010-12-29T12:51:00.000-08:00

Ill be mixing it up in New York this January ..its always good to come back to my home town!

Teaching

2010-12-09T09:38:00.000-08:00

So I sent a proposal for an Art class at the Workhouse Art center here in Virginia, and the class was accepted..
So I will most likely be teaching Picture Composition this Spring 2011. Its my first time realy teaching a group of other artists and Im very excited..and yes and a bit nervous too.

Visit the site here
http://www.workhousearts.org/

Tiki Kicks for Inked souls 2010

2010-11-28T15:44:00.000-08:00

Art exhibit at Art whino of Sneakers designs by artist accompanied with paintings this December 18th.

to see more info go to
http://www.artwhino.com/

Ive been on the Tiki band wagon lately...and Im enjoying every bit of it.

This is the "Tiki challenge" painting that will be presented with the sneakers..

the painting took a bit to do..and even now..I feel like its not finished ..

the painting is 22x28 on canvas board and im pricing it around 2000.00

I dont normaly work at this size..I find it a challenge..

Erotica

2010-11-09T13:26:00.000-08:00

Its easy to do letters inner twine with images on the computer..but doing it by hand on a canvas is another thing..especially if your a inpatient artist like me who likes to get things done fast..

I left this in acrylic form and I did use some markers for some details..I might continue to add to it as time goes on.

Interview

2010-10-19T00:35:00.000-07:00

http://www.stampmagazinedc.com/2010/10/stamp-artist-feature-13-elstabo.html

conducted and presented by Jason of Stamp Magazine

spanish fly series continues

2010-10-15T23:22:00.000-07:00

I started one of those personal projects that every artist does at one time or another..it started as a collection on the beauty and talented woman who share my PuertoRican heritage..I completed my first 20 pieces 2 years ago and now I stared the second wave of new additions..I plan to do these as long as Im Am breathing on this earth...So I might not be done for a long time..God willing

Spanish fly book can be purchased here

Tiki Art

2010-10-13T03:26:00.000-07:00

My first attempt at Tiki oriented Art..The lovely Sacrice was a young Lady named Christine who was willing to assist me on this project. The painting took about a week worth of work. The oil painting is 20 x 24 in size

on canvas board. I had to go into the painting after I photographed it and remove some high lights on the painting (bad lighting in my studio) Beside the joy of the juicy vixan, the litle tiki statues were also fun to paint in.

Window view

2010-09-23T19:09:00.001-07:00

I recorded some of the process here with my cell phone..so excuse the cheap detail and camera work.

The subject in the painting is an old friend of mine who is one of those type of woman that just screams sexuality..I was happy to have her as my subject, and she made the process ever more worth.

Thanks Patia.

Popping its cherry!

2010-09-20T05:24:00.000-07:00

Gallery 788 Presents: 1st Erotic Art Show

Thursday, October 7th 6-10pm Opening Night

October 7-31st

Gallery 788

788 Washington Boulevard

Baltimore, MD 21230

202 210 8361

gallery788@gmail.com

I will be Selling my Erotic work at this Establishment, mingling with other artist and art collectors..Free entry, adults only please

Mistress of hearts

2010-09-19T13:33:00.000-07:00

Just finished this piece for my Circus de Lust series, 38 more paintingsto go..so for those who are in the know..enjoy this korky image

movie maker and after effects

2010-09-07T19:46:00.000-07:00

Holy cow..I forgotten how long it took to mess with animation...it took me about 8 hours worth of work..I wasnt going for an oscar, just having a lil fun and pimping my self a bit..
My next stop..the porn industry..no, im kidding..
...but I can see how I might be able to put something together to better expose my work

Sexy circus series

2010-09-01T16:10:00.000-07:00

A new series im currently putting together, its erotica meets circus fun in a lowbrow presentation. Once the collection is complete a book will be packaged up and be availabe for collectors.

Next Art Exhibit

2010-08-25T19:38:00.000-07:00

I will be showing some of my work with the ARTWHINO crew this September 10 th & 11th in D.C.

BEAUTIFUL MINDS Art Exhibit at
The YARDS PARK Grand Opening Weekend Celebration

Opening Reception for Beautiful Minds:
Sept 10th, 3:30pm - 11pm
All Day Activities:
Sept 11th, 9:00am - 10pm

more details of the exhibit at link below:

http://www.artwhino.com/_webapp_3231971/BEAUTIFUL_MINDS

DAMNED - Call Thank You

2010-08-22T14:36:00.000-07:00

DAMNED - Call Thank You: "
(BBCODE below to copy/paste into your Model Mayhem page or most forums)

[url=http://www.thatdamnedshow.com][img]http://www.thatdamnedshow.com/ms_damned_welcome.jpg[/img][/url]"

9/11 heros

2010-08-05T01:57:00.000-07:00

My brother whos served in Desert Storm and in the occupation of Irak, also helped dig bodies out of the Twin Towers ruble. He comes to mind when I see politicians nickle and dime our troops and heros for health coverage.

Scary

2010-07-25T23:14:00.000-07:00

I'm currently working on some monster pieces since Oct is around the corner..these particular piece isn't the best I have done..and I even question if it's scary..I wiped up the painting over one session in a night and left it in my studio as I went to bed..I return the next day to continue to work when two of my monster paintings were about face against the wall...some one or some thing turned these painting around..I look around me and see my 4 year old at the door way peaking in..she ask me " are the monsters away?"

Just then it hit me,,she answered my question last night, if a little girl is scared enough to turn the paintings around as to not look at them, then I think the image are successful enough.

Lip job

2010-06-18T00:03:00.000-07:00

One of the Joys of painting for me is at the beginning..once your set and ready to go, you grab the pallet and let it fly. It starts all Sloppy and loose, forming out the shapes. I use a Limited Palette at first using about 4 colors to knock out my over all shapes. It slows down a bit as more colors are detailed in using several palettes in the process..

Like every artist, I too obsess over certain things, And woman features like lips are one of those obsessions. This particular portrait painting is of my friend Judith whom I went to college with. She has a face like angel and smile that can melt you as you stand. Through out the process I came back over and over to her lips shaping and repositioning it, trying to get its subtle expression correct.

They are full and lush, very pleasing to the eye..at least my eyes..

DR sketchy Baltimore

2010-06-08T14:28:00.000-07:00

Ill be here participating with the rest of the Dr sketchy artist.

http://www.facebook.com/elstabo#!/event.php?eid=127853237242598&ref=mf

Start Time: Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 7:00pm

End Time: Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 11:30pm

Location: The Windup Space

Street: 12 W. North Ave.

City/Town: Baltimore, MD

Circus de Lust

2010-05-28T16:29:00.000-07:00

A new Project im working on, its slow to do at the moment with the flux of commission work coming at me,,but i still am able to produce a lil something on my nights when everyone is sleeping.

I work best this way,,cant help it, I'm a damn vampire like that..anyway the picture is shoty but its only cause these pieces aren't done yet. I hopefully to make a entire collection and format it into a book by the end of the year..if all goes according to my devilish plan that is.

Frank Frazetta dead at 82

2010-05-10T13:50:00.000-07:00

Frank Frazettahas been and im sure will be for ever the only artist that has inspired me so much. His art work breaths life. He not only did fantasy paintings but a wide range of topics, from funny to westerns to movie posters ect.
He battled heart strokes through out end of his life. I met his wife last year , a lovely woman Named Ellie who was the nicest person and also ran his buisness. She died a few months before he did.
The world lost a genius of a artist. I will forever be grateful to be blessed by his work.

http://www.arthistoryarchive.com/arthistory/fantasy/Frank-Frazetta.html

Brownie Points

2010-05-05T11:55:00.000-07:00

Mothers day is around the corner and what better way to let wifey know she still #1

oil on cnavas 16x20

one day to knock it out in acrylic, another day to do up in oil.

attempt #2

2010-04-16T02:11:00.000-07:00

I got up the other day and smelled the clay, you can say..

I had in mind to do some cartoon head so I can make it quick, and boy was I wrong.
It took me about 12 hours to finish it..if you can even call it finished. I started researching about smoothing the clay, cause I got to a point where it was sort of done but it was really ruff..and I really wanted a smooth feel to it..my fingers can only do so much smoothing on the face at that size. And all the tools I had were for picking ,scraping and poking..so after doing some more research I noticed a tool called a Stylus which is a long metal handle and round nib on the end. I thought to myself ; ok I don't have one of those..so I looked around..and found a match in the kitchen..and the head of the match actually worked well for me to get into some of the areas in the face to smooth out..but of course I still end up needing something even smaller...so I look around my studio..and of course I find a hair pin..so I straighten it out..cut off one end..and attach it to a old paint brush handle..with all that said., I managed to smooth out some small detail in the face..like around the nose, eyes and lips.
It's not perfect!; but for a second attempt at Clay, its not too bad.

Double the Pleasure

2010-03-31T17:20:00.000-07:00

I first met Angelique at a poets gathering through a mutual associate on a rainy NewYork night.

I didn't know it then, but she would end up being a very influential person in my circle.

As I got to know her a little better, I came to appreciate and value what she brings to our friendly relationship. She can be sweet and calm at one moment and explode with fierce conviction at another.

This specific painting is of a moment we had together creatively which just flowed out like a magic spring. She was submissive but yet dominating in her presence while helping make the process manifest.

She is one of my favorite muses to work with and it would be no surprise to see more of her in the future of Elstabo's Art.

Learning Sculpture

2010-03-29T12:24:00.000-07:00

I haven't played with clay since college..that was about 10 years ago.

Recently, I saw some artist doing fantastic things with sculpture. Since I was also at the art store snatching up supplies, I grabbed a block of clay, some tools and started to dive into this crazy world .

I'm not too skilled in it. Last time I dabbled with clay work, I didn't really use many tools and didn't get as far as a polished piece.

Today, I am learning everything on my own, researching online for techniques and processes, so that I can improve on my sculpture skills.

Here is my first attempt..I will keep at this one until I'm ok with it, but I have a feeling it might take a while....I have much to learn.

[My Art] Don't Look Now

2010-03-18T10:22:00.000-07:00

(oil on canvas 12x24)

Beautiful women being catcalled or ogled in the street is a given in the city and in Latino culture. Even as young age,one of the things I noticed was how men reacted to a beautiful woman as she walked by.

I remember how my mother would tease my father about being careful not to "lose his eyeballs" as a sexy woman would walk by.

I also had an aunt, who was a very beautiful woman. I would tag along with her and her kids on occasional walks through the barrio and almost every time, she would get these low hisses and comments from the men standing around on the sidewalks.

At first created for complete shock value, the painting is also my take on the concept of catcalling and women dealing with men "losing their eyeballs" when they walk in the room. I respect the way women handle the ogling and catcalling with such nonchalance, such indifference, such absolute coolness. It was the above experiences of my youth that made me consider the use of eyeballs in the painting, providing a much more significant and symbolic aspect to the piece.

I hope you enjoy it.

Challenger

2010-03-11T12:10:00.000-08:00

[oil painting 20x24 on canvas]

Making up a character is a great feeling, but not as great as creating its supporting cast.

And in my art work, having sexy delights in front of viewer, lets everyone share in the fun.

This painting took about a week from concept to finish.

[April 10] Yuri's Night

2010-02-26T20:55:00.000-08:00

http://www.outofthisworldparty.com/

This piece will be for Yuri's Night in DC. Check it out guys!!!

April 10th

The Capitol Skyline Hotel

10 "i" Street, SW

Washington, DC 20024

Poiltics as Usual

2010-02-24T23:37:00.000-08:00

Most people dont know this about me, but I became a political

junkie once I moved out of NY.

Here is a little five minute taste of why that is.

You Tube Link: Health Insurance

[Behind the Painting] Karina

2010-02-18T15:22:00.000-08:00

"Karina"

My good friend suggested I should talk about of my pieces, so the first piece I picked is one that I think is worthy to talk about because of the subject of the piece.

A few years back, I was introduced to Karina who at the time was a coworker of one of my brothers in the fashion business, working on graphics. At the time, I was just starting to paint portraits for my "Spanish Fly" series. Our interaction was brief and shortly after creating the piece, I lost contact with her. The last thing I heard was that she was involved in the adult business.

Years passed by. I was already living in Virginia and had begun to put my "Spanish Fly" series into a collection to make the book. While scouting for poets to be included in my book, I happened to befriend a woman who was a writer/spiritualist and as I found out much later a private investigator. She was going to write about one of my paintings in the book and chose the Karina painting. It stood out to her for some reason and was inquiring about the person in the piece, to help form some writing about her.

I told her all I knew about Karina, which wasn't much. However with the info I gave her..she was able to whip up some of her magic and find more information about Karina than I presently knew at the time. Unfortunately it wasn't good news.

It just so happens that she found a police report on Karina's death. She was found facedown naked in her apartment dead. The report stated that she died from asphyxiation , but no markings were found on her body and no forced entry was shown at the location. Originally, her own father found her dead in the apartment. How tragic. No drugs were found in her system after a further autopsy was done.

The case is not officially closed.

I was completely floored and I knew that I had to include her in my book. Karina was living in Bayonne NJ was in her late 20s, she was last heard of in March of 2006.

She will be missed but not forgotten.

[March 2010] Art Whino Presents: G40: The Summit

2010-02-16T13:17:00.000-08:00

During the month of March 2010, some of my pieces will be featured in the below event, described as "A dynamic contemporary art exhibition featuring curated works from artists around the world on display for a full month, featuring musical and visual performances, lectures, live painting and much more!"

Here's the link for more info:

http://www.artwhino.com/g40/

[March 26 -28] Rochester Erotic Arts Festival

2010-02-15T14:15:00.000-08:00

Some of my work will be at this wonder erotic art show this March.

Buy your tickets now and lets have some fun, folks!

(Oysters & Chocolate) Artist of the Month

2010-02-01T19:44:00.000-08:00

http://www.oystersandchocolate.com/Home.aspx

Oyster and Chocolate is an erotic writing and art site intended for adults.

For the month of Febuary they have me as the featured artist.

Any time my work can be veiwed by others is an accomplishment to me.

The Process of My paintings:Part II: The Finished Product [SNEAK PEEK]

2010-01-28T12:28:00.000-08:00

As mentioned in the previous posting, the last step of my creative process is the oil based painting.

I like to use alkyd paint medium mainly because of its thickness and drying time. The word "alkyd" actually refers to the synthetic resin used as a binder in the paint. This particular type of paint medium is resistant to wear and tear and also dries a little slower than most paints so that I can go back and adjust or rework if necessary. I can also thin the paint out if need be to garner different coloring and shading in the piece.

As far as brushes go, I use a lot of different brushes, favoring the round tips more than any other. The brands of brushes I choose tend to be all over the place and I mostly use synthetics because they last a long time and are also cheaper.

Everyone can stand to save a few bucks, right?

The following photos show the last piece of my creative process. Referencing the grid acrylic version, I note what needs to be changed and slowly begin painting in oils.

This particular piece took approximately 24 hours of working time (about 3 days) from start to finish.

The last piece of the process is VERY important as the nuances and corrections need to be made to the piece so that the client is happy with the finished product.

Needless to say, the client was VERY pleased.

Please comment with ideas and opinions. I hope you enjoy the work.

HERE IS THE FINISHED PRODUCT:

The Process of my Paintings [SNEAK PEEK]

2010-01-26T10:59:00.000-08:00

I am often asked what some of my creative processes are when creating a piece. Today, I wanted to share with you one of the ways I create my art. I was recently commissioned by a client to do a fantasy based piece as gift to her loved one. She indicated she wanted to be sexy and a white tiger had to be involved.

Once I received her requests, I sent her a sketch to give her an over all idea of what she was looking for. For this particular piece, I decided to make her outfit, a cat suit, the same white tiger print as the animal included in the painting.

Oftentimes, I exaggerate body types to either hide what the client wants to hide or create shapes and sensuality that is either not enough or not at all. This particular client, though quite shapely, emphasized in her request her desire to look sexier than she normally is, so I enhanced her best asset. I won’t tell you what feature I chose to enhance, as I’m sure you all will figure it out soon enough.

Below, is the sketch I created for her:

Once the ideas presented in the sketch are approved by the client, I begin doing an acrylic paint version of the piece using the Renaissance grid method. With the grid method of painting, I use basic measurements and laws of math that help me to achieve symmetry and evenness in the piece I am trying to create.

Below is the acrylic version of the commissioned piece:

Once the acrylic piece is completed, I look for flaws in color, symmetry, shade, shape and so forth. Once I note the changes that need to be made, I create the final piece in oil paint, which will be given to the client.

I haven’t finished the oil process on this particular piece, but please feel free to comment with your views and opinions on the acrylic piece… perhaps your thoughts might make me see something else that can be adjusted or changed.

In the meantime, I hope you enjoyed this glimpse into my working process.

The Worlds Greatest Erotic Art of Today: Volume 3

2010-01-20T11:06:00.000-08:00

I am honored to have my art selected for inclusion in the 3rd volume of "The World's Greatest Erotic Art of Today."

A beautiful hard cover coffeetable book, it features various artists creating amazing and tasteful art using erotica and the naked human form as their focal point.

You can purchase your own copy through www.eroticsignature.com or your local bookstore.

Feel free to check out some of the exhibitions at: www.artundressed.net

The art work in this book will knock your pants off...literally.

Here's a few shots of the book, not including shots of my work

(you'll have to purchase the book to see that!):

...COMING SOON...

2010-01-19T12:56:00.000-08:00

Plans for public consumption late 2010

I can't say much about this project except that its going to be a circus load of fun.

Busted in 2 Cities Show 1/29/2010

2010-01-19T10:22:00.000-08:00

January 29th, 2010

7pm- 12am

The Gallery Bar

120 Orchard Street

Btwn Delancey and Rivington

(F, M, Z Trains to Essex/ Delancey Street)

I was asked to contribute to this interesting art show where 30 artists were asked to create a piece of art using a blank female mannequin bust. January 29th will mark the closing of a two month tour and tribute a colleague that passed during the process.

I am honored to be included with 29 amazing artists.

If you know my style, you know I often have an erotica focus to it.

The piece I chose to do is inspired by the shock value of porn today and was done in a very comic book style with graffiti elements in there as well.

Here's a sneak peek at my piece!!

Hope to see all of you there!

The Spanish Fly Series

2010-01-19T10:01:00.000-08:00

ELSTABO's Spanish Fly Series

These series of paintings are part of my personal collection called Elstabo's Spanish Fly Series.

As every artist has his muse, the series consists of all the lovely Puerto Rican woman Ive been lucky to associate with , in all their gorgeous, lip licking variations.

Each painting has its own story of how they came to be. Ive been working on this on going series since 2004. A first volume of this series has now been completed with studies and discriptions about there process and inspirations.

I'm happy to share these works or art of these beautiful Puerto Rican women.

To see the current series go to http://www.elstabo.com/

Purchase your own copy today at the below link:

www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/609912