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lending a vision to families everywhere

Remember a while back how I spoke of commissioning artwork in the homes of people in my area? Well now I offer the very same service through my web site. I call it Family Visions - a wall painting and mural service by yours truly - providing custom artwork in the home.

I've only just begun to explore this new field, and I have my uncle to thank for encouraging me to try out this something new. Of course it was met with a little adversity (because I'm a sketch artist naturally, not a painter), but it's really much more fun than I thought it would be, initially. There's something about painting that stirs the soul; I have found it rewarding both creatively and financially.

So...if you're in the Riverside area of California and are looking to breathe new life into your home with some form of decoration that will make your home stand out in your neighborhood, I extend this offer to you!

» 2004.09.27 MON

the world is a stage...

...And I'm one of its many actors. It's funny how the world works. Life comes in hills and valleys, and even though I seem to be walking up a hill right now, I know I should watch my step so as not to stumble into that next valley waiting for me.

I've been wanting something to get involved in for so long...not to mention the companionship issue (I need a chick and to get laid. I'm a guy, so sue me.) and the fact that I'm in and out of school, working, and independed. What I need is a writer and a scanner; then I could at least get my comic done as a web-comic, or I could get my RPG done and sent out to publishers for perusal.

...Instead, I'm in a typical grind of work, sleep.

Ever yearn for excitement? Have you ever felt like your life was a rut, and you needed something new to help break the tedious cycle you're used to, day in, day out? Everyone has to have that little bit of wanderlust, or you're just a hermit. I know I do.

So, as I act out every day, day in, day out, I wonder... What would life be like, if...and then I have to remove that thought, because it's so far-fetched. It's not fair. Why are we here, in the first place? Why can't we just share everything, instead of having greed and possessive traits? If God made us, then who or what made God?

Don't reject my thoughts...just use them as food for thought. Everyone runs through this world blindly, like a rat race, playing their role to the fullest without actually taking the time to stop, think, and realize that the world could be a lot better if we all just got rid of its wickedness. We all need faith, too, whether it be in a God, a Buddha, or...whatever the hell you believe in. Just try to keep your mind open, instead of being a puppet on strings.

- Kev.

» 2004.07.21 TUE

interesting tradewinds in life

Here we go again, journal. For once, I'm faced with hilly battles in life, and the tide that it takes you through. Amazingly, I'm now an Air Conditioning and Heating Trainee, or something of the sort. Today, I went to work and totally lost myself in what I was doing...and it was sorta fun because of the person who taught me everything. Only problem is, it's how to fix an air conditioning unit for a home. Weird, huh?

Anyways, the point now is to figure out what to do with my life. Fortunately I'm going to be in a position (in about a month or two) to be fixing these things and really making bank! I just have to find a place...and get there. It'll be a while before I can get to the point where I'm certified, but it'll be routine...and I have a person doing it with me, that will be my roomate. So as far as money's concerned, I'll finally be able to get out and get my own place.

[ - To Be Continued... - ]

- Kev.

» 2004.06.29 TUE

the start of something new

Ever have the feeling your life was just stuck in a rut, then something new came in that gave you newfound hope? Well fortunately for me, that's happening right now. Or rather it will happen, tomorrow.

Through a strange twist of fate, I have the opportunity to interview for a QA Tester position at Electronic Arts! Thank God for networking...all this is happening through the friend of a friend. I'm not going to argue with it, though. This is my chance to -finally- get into the job I've always wanted. This is the start of my career...or something like it. Hell, even -if- EA doesn't bite (which they will) I've already sent my resume out to other companies, just in case.

So what have I been doing in the interim? Funny you should ask. I'm an artist, as you all know, and finally my art has earned a price tag. Sadly, painting is not a quick task...especially when detail's involved. I've been painting for about 72 hours or so on this door...and I'm still not done. It's been weeks. I only have a few characters left...but painting's tedious. Yet another reason why I'm excited to possibly be working with EA.

And last but not least...I'll be getting paid to play (and debug) games!! How cool is -that-!? Getting paid to sit around and play games all day, then write reports about how they suck. It's ever gamer's dream...but this is only the beginning, for me. I only hope they're ready for me. I've got a lot of creativity to show them, and I believe my time is far overdue. Time to become a man, financially. I'm tired of being a starving student/artist.

- Kev.

» 2004.05.24 MON

on the outside looking in

Life... I'm getting tired of it. Nevertheless, I'm the thinking kind, and always have to come up with solutions...damn my analytical mind. Whatever.

Actually, what I'm getting tired of is being broke. Fortunately, I've come up with a little response to that problem. The solution? Commissions. I've got too much talent to let only myself come up with the work that flows forth from me. So I'm counting on you, the viewer of this site, to come up with suggestions or requests to help me come up with new stuff to put on paper.

If you really want to get my Muse worked up, I invite you to offer a little cash incentive toward that newly etched piece of artwork. I've got a friend in the city that's commishing me to do a big piece on his daughter's door; I think it'll turn out alright, despite having the constant ramblings of a 5 year old to deal with.

What's it gonna look like? Ooh, I like the Care Bear! Can you draw...

Yeah. It's -that- good.

Other than that, I've still got Rival Tigers and the old World of Avianus, as well as some other stuff in the works...but it's all so much to keep myself busy with, it's hard to even...want to do it. Sad, but true...you can only push yourself so far.

Yet again, on a good note, I've managed to get -back- in touch with an old, valued friend. She's been off in her own walk in life, yet the communication has somehow managed to stay there. I'm surprised; people come and go, but true friends stay in your life. I hope to talk with her more and get to see where her head's at, see her experience in life compared to mine.

At whatever rate (I'm beginning to sound like my Father...and that's no good), I'm doing my best to keep my focus and do what's right.

Like the phoenix, I shall rise from my ashes, reborn...

- Kev.

» 2004.05.02 SUN

a night of reflection

Have you ever felt lonely? No, really, think about it. Really lonely? Like you wish you had your soulmate by your side to keep you company and console you through rough times? I've been like that, recently. Down in the dumps, depressed, blue...whatever you want to call it. Springtime Blues, I guess.

April's come and gone, and all I have to show for it is a comic book script. I could draw it, but I'm lacking the time what with me working two jobs now. I work for a restaurant franchise called Norms Restaurants and a game distributor for Barnes & Nobles, GameStop. Pretty neat, I guess. The plan was to start serving at the restaurant (training pending) while I kick ass with my vast videogame smarts and savvy. Rack up cash, improve situation...

It's all a matter of time. I'm just damned impatient. I've been spending a lot of time on the computer, trying to find solace in it, but to no avail...only to keep my hands busy. Nevertheless, the time will come when the woman of my dreams will cross my path. In the meanwhile, I shall watch and wait.

Haste makes waste. Patience is a virtue. God will bless me with my soulmate. I have faith that all those things are true. In the meanwhile...

...I need to get laid.

- Kev

» 2004.04.11 MON

a day of good tidings...

Yup, I've been in the workshop since you last heard from me. You people have been sleeping on watching me...and now I've written the first volume of my Rival Fight comic! *gasp* Did I say that out loud?

The character bios and everything will come soon, followed by...you guessed it, Volume I, carrying the first three episodes of the story. It's gonna be great...I hope everyone enjoys it!

I'm thinking this is going to ashcan, and possibly online as a webcomic later. We'll see how things work out. In the meanwhile, keep watching this site! You never know when I might drop a scan on ya...

- Kev

» 2004.02.24 TUE

The rest of the Diary of the Fallen has been posted, with some commentary. I hope you enjoy it. I'll be working on a lot of art soon (hopefully), getting some coloring done.

I'm workin' on it. So even though the updates may be sporadic, there will still -be- updates, nonetheless.

Be not discouraged, fair web-surfer. I'm still crankin' out art, and I'll post it as soon as I can get around to it. Or a Round Tuit. I saw one of those at Yellowstone National Park once... Heh. If someone buys me a Round Tuit, I'll die of laughter.

Check out the Diary of the Fallen for some of my older artwork, with newer stuff coming every week. The goods are coming... I'm also working on cleaning up and coloring a picture of everyone's favorite travelling fighter, Kev Monroe, doing his Reflex Cannon.

Anyways, thanks for checking out my site, enjoy the goodies, and keep surfin'.

- Kev.