Manga Fascination

I received some Manga as a Christmas gift, specifically Blade of the Immortal written and illustrated by Hiroaki Samura and Vagabond written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue, both samurai epics. It appears that people either love or dislike Japanese comics. In … Continue reading

Change is Coming

My lovely friend, artist, singer/song writer, Michelle Barnes (my song writing partner on The Visions of Vespertina) has written an anthem for change in the spirit of the wall street occupiers.

The Hand of Destiny

Look at the palms of your hands and recall what you accomplished with them in 2011. At the end of every year I look back at my life to review what I learned, what goals I attained, who I helped, … Continue reading

Peace On Earth

The Project-Peace on Earth concert was broadcast live from Manger Square, Bethlehem on Christmas Day, 9:00 AM, PST. It was an intimate concert. Let’s hope that Steve continues to put on these concerts and that an idea that started small … Continue reading

Vespertina Revealed X

“The creatures collapsed into a heap.” “That’s it!” Elizabeth jumped high above the four beasts. Grabbing the silver thread snaking from the back of her neck she pulled sharply on it in a downward motion. Her cord reeled in from … Continue reading

The Artist As Brand Workbook Is Here!

© 2011 Greg Spalenka and Artist As Brand ® “The Artist As Brand Workbook is an easy read and jam packed with all kinds of resources. It’s great to keep looking back to.” -Miranda Sharp, Student, Kendall College of Art … Continue reading

Mike Tyson Art Auction Live

Mike Tyson, Cus D’Amato gym, Catskill, New York, 1986 Want to see my Mike Tyson Art Auction live? You can view the auctioneer and the bidding process online! Auction is over, thank you.

Mike Tyson Historic Art Auction

Iron Works– A 25th Anniversary Artistic Time Capsule of Mike Tyson, 1986. On November 11th, Heritage Auctions will be auctioning the only journalistic art project in existence on heavy weight boxer Mike Tyson. This time capsule of art and photography … Continue reading

Vespertina Revealed IX

William Bateman (1298 – 1355) Bishop of Norwich. A sister placed a carafe of mulled wine and freshly baked bread before the seated Bishop. He politely denied the offerings, stood up and began to pace around Mother Superior’s office. “We … Continue reading

Vespertina Revealed VIII

Crescoptiscope image attributed to Dante.  “Dante was not sure he was cut out for the Spiritus Quarere. The real world had enough drama and interest for him. Why spend most of your day trancing helping those unfortunate souls in the … Continue reading