my art is called "native pop art ", it represents my native culture mixed in with modern contemporary designs.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I really don't have a favorite, I spend 6-8hours daily doing the creations and one leads to another. it flows from nature. I wake up during the early morning hours and think of ways to better what I did that day. it's amazing what comes through the pen and ink, the spray can, the shaping of the antlers , painting. I stand all amazed at what is before me. my newest project involves silversmithing. the art of soldering and cutting stones. beauty of the rocks comes out in new designs.
Where do you find inspiration?my inspiration comes from my travels abroad , from people I meet. nature's animal spirits and the ways of my grandparents, who taught me what is sacred and how to show respect to all. I get carried away with one medium then suddenly I'm inspired to make a new design. it's interesting and blows my mind. I have so many projects at present and many more still to come.
What would you do with $25,000?first and foremost. I need to move out of my wife's kitchen. I need a private studio space to store and set up equipment. my art is now stored outside in a horse.trailer out in the water pump house, in my car and pickup truck. I would like to update my equipment. this would be a start, but main thing is to get a studio. next inline would be to secure booth spaces in more comicons. the purchase of a box trailer to haul the art to the shows. and create more time to teach the young kids,
Vote for R Velarde to become The People's Artist while supporting a great cause! Cast your free daily vote or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation, supporting The Art of Elysium in their mission to use art as a catalyst to help people triumph over difficult life challenges.
Register now for your opportunity to appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display your artwork at The Art of Elysium's Salon.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like The People's Artist, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
