No Names Journey, pt. 2
He’s been speeding for miles now, yet he doesn’t know how far, doesn’t even know what far is. This urgency from those footprints hasn’t let up.The desert blurs past him in waves of purple-green hues, the horizon an endless shimmer, until… He spots shapes ahead of him. Just dark against the dunes. He leans forward,…
From Thread to Roots
Article by: Nicole Avila In the vibrancy of the art community surrounding Pomona, CA, there is a quiet, but enchanting presence resonating through the charcoal and graphite of Mark Gomez’s masterpieces. His art doesn’t just ask to be admired, it demands to be deeply felt. Each and every piece feels like a well-kept secret that…
Online Shop Active
Hey art lovers! 🎨 I’m excited to invite you to explore my online art shop hosted on District, launched in partnership with the vibrant Pancakes & Booze Art Show community. Whether you’re hunting for eye-catching digital prints or one-of-a-kind original pieces, you’ll find something that speaks to your soul. Why it’s worth checking out: What’s…
What Is This Life?
He didn’t have a name.He didn’t know what a name was. He only knew motion—the slow, meandering crawl of the glass tank that carried him across endless golden dunes. A serpent-shaped trail stretched behind him, carved not in sand, but in shimmering plasma residue—his signature in a world that had never signed him into existence.…
A Love Across Worlds
They say love can cross any distance, but what about the distance between hearts? He left Earth not just in body, but in mind. Somewhere along the way, between dreams and disappointments, between all the things he couldn’t say—he drifted. And though he stands right in front of her, in a way that only love…
Cinepack Studio, LA
Last week for Christmas break, we had the wonderful opportunity to host our kids from Arizona! To make the most of our time together, I excitedly took them to Cinepack Studios for a delightful photo session! I captured some joyful test shots of our son while my daughter eagerly changed into her first adorable outfit.…
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a fictional take on the desires of man having the ability to erase all the causes of distress in one’s life. Michel Gondry is a French filmmaker that resides in Versailles, France where he was born, on May 8, 1963, and raised. He began his cinematic adventure when…
IT’S A BIRD, IT’S A PLANE, OH IT’S Anthony.
Looks like the Latino community has a new hero! Anthony James Harmer is a young thriving Latino artist that finds calm in the comic book sphere. Originating in Pasadena, CA, Anthony found his way in San Francsico with his longtime friend Alex Sodari to seek an education at the California College of the Arts in…
Shackles or Strength
Is it gonna inhibit you or is it going to push you past your limits? Diego Rafael Diego went to Pomona High School and started his graffiti art style once he began to hang with a crowd that encouraged him to step out of the realm of black and white sketches. You see, Diego has…
Pancakes and Booze
Pancakes and Booze 2024 was a memorable one. I met with a lot of first timers that emblazoned what it takes to be a creator. I’ve displayed my art with this organization for a few years. However, this was my first year as press. I had the chance to capture the beauty of the artist…
FALL GAMES 2024
This years Special Olympics has been a fun experience for all that has been involved. Tony and I had the pleasure of participating as volunteer photographers in support of this pure-hearten bunch of individuals! To see the smiles and get to know some genuine personalities was a moment to cherish forever. There were people of…
Meet Sun
Sun Music! Hi, this is my friend Sun. We met in tenth grade at Victor Valley Christian School. She was a foreign exchange student from Seoul, Korea. At the time, she went by the name Kelly. We became fast friends in a matter of minutes. I can picture it like it was yesterday; me and…
HD Family Night Market and 6th Street Square
The High Desert has come a long way in trying to re-establish a sense of community after years of crime on the rise. 7th Street and 6th Street are on their way to doing what most of us living here haven’t had the guts to do and that is to create a family-friendly environment for…
LET’S GO, PADRES
This year, I experienced an amazing game with my husband and my in-laws! Never a dull day visiting the Padres stadium in the beautiful Downtown San Diego. The energy was nothing short of incredible, we enjoyed ourselves some micheladas from the Jalisco stand and witnessed TWO home runs from our winning team 💛🤎🖤 weather was…
Busy Bee 🐝
I haven’t posted in a couple of days, recently obtained new job leads and hyper-focused on the business more than my art. I’m so grateful for all the sudden recognition. It’s always been a dream of mine to do what I love to do as a career and work for myself! With all the help…
Poshmark, Esty, eBay
Hi Neighbors! I am posting up online business accounts to help spread the word for local business owners in hopes that something catches your eyes! Today’s business is Laura Villegas’ Poshmark account! Here is a link below; take a look at all the goods! https://poshmark.com/closet/yomarysol
LA Comic Con 2024
Tony and I have a press job for this years Los Angeles Comic Con! Come join us and enjoy vendors, celebrity panels, and pop culture galore! This will be our first big event and we are ecstatic about the opportunities this opens up for us. Time to promote and network! Get your tickets here: https://www.comicconla.com/…
Commercial Photography
During my time in Texas, I provided assistance to various businesses in managing their advertising and promotions, through the professional photography of their businesses and real estate.
Continuation
Please Come Home hasn’t been forgotten, I’ve merely been busy with running a household. I’m back at it though!
Bridge fire, Line fire, etc.
Haven’t had the chance to do much work today. I’ve been concerned with my two babies having to breathe in this smokey air. I’ve been contemplating packing an emergency bag just in case… but I’ll probably just do it in the morning. I haven’t been able to sleep due to the stress.. I’ve heard 0%…
Old Players Piano
I can’t wait to dive into this project with all my energy and passion! It’s thrilling to think about bringing this beauty back to life and infusing it with the ability to play a specific tune. The thought of sanding it down and starting the design process fills me with excitement. I’m torn between two…
Instagram Link
My IG and Facebook links are currently working, I’ll be fixing these issues soon! Thank you, but in the meantime, my username is @Desert_flower92
UPDATES
Under Construction I’m pouring my heart into recreating “PLEASE COME HOME” with a touch of digital flair. This piece has quickly become a personal favorite, capturing my emotions on paper with absolute perfection. I’ll be sharing frequent updates on new pieces, but for now, this is the flavor of the month! Subscribe to join the…
Peanuts & Bologna Studios 