Abstract Tattoo

Quick sketch of an abstract butterfly tattoo that I did while waiting at a doctor’s office for some time. Comments are encouraged!

Tattoo Art

Lately, I have been drawing up stencils for tattoo ideas that come my way. This was one of them that I did for a client, based upon his description of what message he wanted, depicted by an angel. I drew this from scratch. These are all his ideas for the tattoo in words that I thus created into a sketch for him.

It is to display the bondage we often face in life, struggling to let the freedom of our minds flourish and our passions and desires be known. It is often because of something that is holding us back, either it be ourselves or the harsh scrutiny of others. We are often plagued by doing what is wholesome, right and good that it overwhelms our inner voice and drives our inhibitions.

Her face and eyes are covered because her true self is not fully being shown. The feathers flying off the wings are to show movement away from her – toward a brighter tomorrow with freedom, passion and expression. The bound hands and ankles are to show the daily people, places, things, etc. that hold us back from doing what we desire. That is also why the loose, torn cloth on the ground is there – to show stagnation and dullness in life when one does not show, or reach, their full potential.

Artwork

Just though I’d post some of my illustrations since I haven’t in a while

And, add some color to the mix, here is a vector computer generated illustration I did

Tattoo Sketch

I recently designed a tattoo for myself to get in the middle of my back. I wanted it to be meaningful and inspiring, not just a mere pretty picture. Thus, I remembered the motto of BareEscentuals “Pretty is what you are, Beauty is what you do with it”. Meaning, don’t just be another pretty face – the things you do and your character are what really make you beautiful.

So here is the design. It may need some revisions here and there.

Overall, I am very pleased with the outcome.

Company Design Mockups

At my internship, I am currently working on designing a website for a new business that is in the process of creation. It is a mortgage assistance and consultation company called BankUrMoney.com.

So far, I have thrown together two web pages; one business, male oriented and another in a more feminine form.

Also, I created a logo for them just for fun.

Critiques are encouraged! These are still not finished yet; just a quick rendering of different layouts I am working with.