I Simpsonized the Character Ron Swanson from "PARKS AND RECREATION". Digital rendering and color.

   Part of a quick study this weekend using some toned recycled cardboard and these Gorgeous ladies appeared! There are four unique women in this "CRAZY EIGHT" series. Each individual and original artwork is available for only $8.00 (each) shipped within the USA. First come, first served.... simply email me your request moniztodd@gmail.com with address and I will notify you if the piece is still available. Paypal only as GIFT to Todd@thunderroadlaser.com

Mixed media, ink & watercolor. 6"x8"

   This is a recent custom snowboard helmet design that I just finished for a friend.  I started out with a plain gloss white Giro snowboard helmet.  She requested some hibiscus flowers and the color pink.  I stated off by sanding off the gloss of the helmet and masking off the area that I wanted the paint to adhere to.  Then using some masking tape I sectioned off the helmet as I only wanted to have the design on half of the helmet leaving the other half untouched.  Then using an Exacto blade I began cutting out the shapes and placement of the flowers that I wanted.  Once complete I rattle can sprayed the pink base color on the helmet.  Prior to removing the tape I added a few swish lines and applied 6 generous layers of clear coat to the entire helmet leaving the swish details as a matte finish (image #3).  From there I added the extra details for a little extra pop overall.... and DONE!!  Now I'm just waiting for the helmet to be used to acquire an in use shot at the mountain which I'll post at a later date.

The first day of 2012 I snagged my camera and hit the beach for the second year in a row.  The weather was insanely warm for January, and I shot this image of the Watch Hill Lighthouse.  Now if we could just get some snow in our forecast already!!