Happy birthday, Bob.

I couldn't think of a better tribute to the feller who gave me, and thousands of others, the first happy little kick in the pants I needed to up and start throwing paint.  The world is a little more Ochre without you.

Progress?

As-Of-Yet-Untitled, 42 x 24", Acrylic

Well, it's been a while since I've posted, hasn't it?  But here's an update on the five-year painting, which is starting to get in some textures and see a bit of definition.  Haven't touched it for months, by the way.  If you're interested in seeing the long process, my older blog has it all.

I begin to wonder if this thing is a lost cause....

Oh No--A Leak!

This blurry photograph was allegedly taken deep in the wilds of Siberia last Wednesday. Experts disagree on whether it is proof that artist Mike Ryan is still alive and working somewhere on a secret project, or just swamp gas.