New Work – ‘Alone, Not Lonely’
In my new collection ‘Alone, Not Lonely’ I have created scenes of isolated figures straddling their own balance of where they are and where they might rather be. I spend a lot of time alone. I work alone, I paint alone and my wife’s job takes her away from home a few days a week. […]
Coffee with Dino – Kimberley Boege
Coffee with Kimberley Boege. The dynamic and energetic Kimberley Boege. Kimberley is a juggler of sorts with more interests and various skills than many can dream of. She is a bundle of energy, has a warm personality, a big smile and by the way, great hair. I find her fascinating. Kimberley is a wonderful conversationalist, […]
Coffee with Dino – Christine Johnson
Coffee with Christine Johnson. Have you ever had a moment where you spend a little time with someone and quickly feel that they could easily be one of your best friends? That was my experience with Christine. Her persona is so comforting, casual, honest and fun. These personality traits show in her photographic work. Christine […]
Coffee with Dino – Tony Auston
Coffee with Tony Auston. Recently an old friend, and someone I admire, was in town and of course we made time for a cup of coffee and a visit. Tony and I first met many, many years ago in graphic design school at Chico State. We spent more hours than I can recall together in […]
Coffee with Dino – Crista Cloutier
Coffee with Crista Cloutier. Crista and I met some years ago at an event she was hosting. We soon became friends, maybe for our shared affection of pancakes. Crista is a fascinating lady with a soothing tone to her voice, a big smile and great laugh. Crista is an artist, photographer, writer, storyteller, curator, and […]
Coffee with Dino – Frank Ybarra
Coffee with Frank Ybarra, Frank is an artist and storyteller. His paintings are usually a reflection of his life and interests; family, friends, heritage, youthful memories, food, music and his Arizona upbringing. Frank is a soft-spoken man with a cool demeanor, which is a bit of a contrast to his bright, colorful, fun and lively […]
Coffee with Dino – John Randall Nelson
Coffee with John Randall Nelson. John is one smooth individual, they way he walks, talks, dresses and generally carries himself. He has this aura of confidence combined with an inquisitive nature that makes him incredibly easy to converse with. It’s rather refreshing. At first glance, John is the quintessential artist. You would never know he […]
Coffee with Dino – Jon Arvizu
Coffee with Jon Arvizu. Yes, we had lots of coffee. If Arvizu has meaning in some archaic language it would probably translate to Innovative Craftsman. There is nothing unlikeable about this fellow. Jon has this calm demeanor about him, a quiet keen sense of humor that comes out in his work and humility for his […]
The Coffee Series or Coffee With Dino
A little over 3 years ago my wife introduced me to the Jerry Seinfeld series “Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee” on Internet based network, Crackle. I am still an avid fan. Each episode features conversation with a unique comedic personality driving around in a magnificent automobile and sitting down in some restaurant or coffee shop. […]
We Are All Just People
We are all just people, We are a world of diversity, no mater what group you align yourself with, no matter the ethnicity, color, gender, religious or political beliefs for which you stand we are all just people. For the briefest of moments in the realm of a life imagine what it might be like […]