ANIMAL BATTLE

What began as a few doodles grew into a series of paintings, which in turn became an obsession with sculptures, which led to several gallery exhibitions. It was a creative seed that blossomed continuously, growing into what would become my first children’s book, TOLLY. The series even became a beer label for a local brewery (“Hearts + Stars Saison”, pictured above)! Animal Battle remains one of my favorite bodies of work and will always be close to my heart.

Wooden swords, flowing banners, elaborate costumes and dapper hats decorate handsome beasts of all species as they quietly stand at attention, waiting for a battle to begin.

Animal Battle is a visualization of the internal struggle to bring ideas and dreams to life against our most powerful enemies: Fear and Doubt.  The Eyes + Hands army symbolizes our physical self, while Hearts + Stars represents the mental: passion, courage, & imagination.  Together they lead Ideas out of our subconscious and protect them on a journey through our mind into Reality.

Crafted with an incredible attention to detail, Animal Battle is a series of illustration and sculpture with a lovely vintage appeal that captivates both grown-ups and children alike.