October is the month of monsters.
Traditionally, they are something to be frightened of, to run from - things that make you scream.
But what if, just for a change, we walk in the shoes of a monster? Do they have feelings? Are they lonely? Are they sad? Do they find joy in simple things? Are they worried about how they look, what others think, how to find friends?
This show explores the pitfalls of being a werewolf, the romantic interests of monsters and the joys of making a monster your friend. I hope it leaves you looking under your bed with a smile.
Traditionally, they are something to be frightened of, to run from - things that make you scream.
But what if, just for a change, we walk in the shoes of a monster? Do they have feelings? Are they lonely? Are they sad? Do they find joy in simple things? Are they worried about how they look, what others think, how to find friends?
This show explores the pitfalls of being a werewolf, the romantic interests of monsters and the joys of making a monster your friend. I hope it leaves you looking under your bed with a smile.
The Werewolf Often Dines Alone (sold)
"The Werewolf Often Dines Alone" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
He's not proud of his table manners. He can't help the mess at mealtime. If you're not particular about these things, there is a werewolf who would love your company at dinner.
Dating 101: Dates Often End Early (sold)
"Dating 101: Dates Often End Early" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
It doesn't matter how many times he posts a flattering (but honest) picture on his dating profile. The reality of seeing a werewolf at the meeting spot, regardless of how well dressed, is simply too much for most people. His record for longest date so far is 45 seconds. Sigh. There is someone for everyone, right?
Friends Are Scarce (sold)
"Friends Are Scarce" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
It isn't easy making friends. There's the bad breath, poor hygiene, tattered clothes and tendency to bite (and eat) things. But inside every lycanthrope is a desire for friends, validation, shared experiences and parties.
Sometimes Anthony's only friend was a pink balloon.
Birthdays Are Lonely
"Birthdays Are Lonely" - oil on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
Don't bother printing invitations for birthday parties. Oh, you might get a few gawkers and curious strangers, but no one will sing, no one will bring a gift, and probably no one will want a piece of the werewolf's drool-covered cake.
On the other hand, that leaves more for the birthday boy. Erasmus loved cake.
Laundry Stains Are Stubborn
"Laundry Stains Are Stubborn" - oil on wood panel, 23 x 36 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
I don't know about the werewolves where you are, but here in Portland they appreciate nice clothes and have a particular style. Which is complicated by the challenge of keeping the nice clothes, well, nice.
There aren't enough stain remover sticks in the world to keep the werewolf's wardrobe clean. Which is one of the reasons they tend to stick to shadowy corners and dimly lit bars. If you squint, they look pretty darn good.
"Laundry Stains Are Stubborn" - oil on wood panel, 23 x 36 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
I don't know about the werewolves where you are, but here in Portland they appreciate nice clothes and have a particular style. Which is complicated by the challenge of keeping the nice clothes, well, nice.
There aren't enough stain remover sticks in the world to keep the werewolf's wardrobe clean. Which is one of the reasons they tend to stick to shadowy corners and dimly lit bars. If you squint, they look pretty darn good.
The Morning After is Messy
"The Morning After is Messy" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
The Lycanthropic lifestyle is centered around some pretty wild nights. Things can get out of hand during certain times of the lunar cycle. No matter how hard one tries, the morning after is always a big old mess.
Two showers? Maybe three.
Charlie's Transformations Were Often Public and Awkward (sold)
"Charlie's Transformations Were Often Public and Awkward" - oil on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
Oh, the embarrassment of public transformations.
The torn clothing, the growling, the suddenly overwhelming body hair. Charlie always seemed to be out somewhere when the full moon rose. I'm pretty sure many of Portland's local legends originated from Charlie becoming a werewolf on the bus, in the bar, at the airport or at the grocery store. And once at Voodoo Donuts. Don't ask.
Self-Control is Eclipsed By the Moon
"Self-Control is Eclipsed By the Moon" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
Everyone has their triggers. You know, the things that set you off before you can make a wiser, saner choice? Mostly we humans get a handle on these things over time. But for a werewolf, all the meditation, affirmation and therapy in the world won't override the moon. It's always going to set him off.
Franken-groom (sold)
"Franken-groom" - oil on canvas, 36 x 40 x 1.25 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
Frank didn't mind towering over everyone at his wedding. And the tailor made him a nice suit - custom fitted for his unusual frame. Getting him to smile for the photographs, however, was not going to happen. He was quite self-conscious about his teeth.
Bride-nstein (sold)
"Bride-nstein" - oil on canvas, 36 x 40 x 1.25 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
Maude was decidedly cool about her wedding day. It was an opportunity to highlight the lines on her face and the dark shadows under her eyes. She had plenty of things "old and borrowed". For "new and blue" she decided to dye her white streak for the day. It really set off her naturally stern features.
Groom From the Tomb
"Groom From the Tomb" - oil on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
Wedding days can be overwhelming. Especially when the guests are so...tasty. Vampires often have no guests at all at their weddings. It isn't surprising, but it can make the event a little quiet.
On the other hand, no one is there to care if your tux is a little messed up.
Crimson Bride (sold)
"Crimson Bride" - oil on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
Hazelmere was thrilled to finally meet the (undead) man of her dreams. He loved her pale skin and macabre sense of humor. He said he admired her voracious appetite and chuckled at her tendency to forget to use a napkin.
You're It (sold)
"You're It" - oil on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
Tag was Penelope's favorite game. Not everyone would play it as seriously as she liked. So when Mortimer appeared in her closet and wanted to play tag very seriously, she felt an instant camaraderie.
None of her friends wanted to join them.
Break the Bridle
"Break the Bridle" - acrylic on canvas, 16 x 20 x 1.5 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
Not everyone wants a stylized portrait in their Sunday finest. Some embrace themselves just as they are. Richard was quite happy to pose the morning after a full moon. He'd perfected the art of radical self-acceptance.
Modor
"Modor" - oil on canvas, 26 x 30 x 1 inches. Ready to hang. Click on the image to purchase.
Mother always had eyes in the back of her head. And on the sides, nested in her hair, always watching, blinking, observing. It's hard to get away with any nonsense with an all-seeing parent.
Impossible Things Before Breakfast (sold)
"Impossible Things Before Breakfast" - oil on panel, 18 x 24 x .75 inches. Ready to hang. SOLD
The Queen of Hearts is quoted as believing as many as six impossible things before breakfast.
In the realm of monsters, that's really the minimum. The impossible is not impossible at all, if you believe. And a little tea always helps one expand the mind a bit. Would you like a cup?
The Queen of Hearts is quoted as believing as many as six impossible things before breakfast.
In the realm of monsters, that's really the minimum. The impossible is not impossible at all, if you believe. And a little tea always helps one expand the mind a bit. Would you like a cup?