Vol 11. Edition 6
News from CannaTown
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What has been the biggest challenge in your career? Imposter Syndrome is real. I get in my own head about whether or not I deserve any of this. But I remind myself that I have been patient, I've put in the hours, and I always try my best. Not to mention, I still have a lot of ways to go before I can pat myself on the back. is journey isn't over! Tell us about this issue's cover. is cover is inspired by “Summer Time.” rough a can- nabis lens, I wanted to relive my summer days playing in the pool, backyard activities, and eating tasty treats. I encourage everyone to take a deep look and see if we have some of the same cherished moments of summer's past. Are there any past or upcoming projects or exhibitions you’re excited about/want to share about? e cannabis industry has been so good to me. Bud and Mary's, PAX, Native Roots, Mammoth, Jars, and O.pen. I can't thank them enough for giving me all these projects. My new chapter has been working closely with food and drink establishments. Renegade Brewery, Honey House, Little Ar- thur’s, Odells Bagels, Wagyu Den, and King of Wings to name a few. ere is a new 16th Street installation I worked on with Wae Cone Club and Elliott Industries funded by isIsMyDenver and Farm to Spaceship on the mall right now. It was really exciting to be a part of the rejuvena- tion of Downtown Denver.
I did where a bunch of ‘basic witches’ are doing yoga. It just doesn't make sense. And it's interesting. And I nd it funny. Overall its storytelling. I’m giving everyone a glimpse of what I think of when prompted with a theme or subject. Can you walk us through your creative process? I wake up and immediately get to work. I thrive o of the residual ‘dream juices’ that are coursing through my veins. I usually put on a movie or TV show that thematically relates to the artwork. Speci cally one that I've seen before. It helps me stay in the mood and keep track of time. When I draw I make it up as I go along. Im- provising scenes and characters that vibe with the rest of the piece. I drink co ee and chew gum. I stay focused on producing as many doodles and backgrounds as I can. And when my imagination is running on fumes, I’ll eat a big dinner, maybe a few cocktails, and go to bed ready to do it all again the next day. Do you have any rituals or habits that help you stay inspired? I always make time to en- joy life outside of work. Trips to the museum, going to the movies, hanging with friends. If art imitates life, then I need to be living life. Everyday we are presented with subjects, ideas, themes, motifs. It's worth forgetting about art and absorbing your surroundings. My coworker once told me “I work to live, not live to work.” I’ve always liked that.
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