Sketch!!

Just a sketch for a future piece.
The is based on a Pinup by Olivia.
A sailor pinup titled "Red Sky at Night." A beautiful piece and I love the unusual pose of her legs as she's perched on a stool.
-Xavier

Divine

Morning,

Very early and can't sleep. So here is a small piece I did with pencil and watercolor.
Its a portrait of Divine. I hope to do more of him.
-Xavier

Today's work ...

Just a detail shot of todays work. Slowly working up her skin tone.
Pretty tricky, but my new technique will prove well in the end.
-Xavier

Sketch.

This sketch is for a painting titled, "Flipped and Tossled." Been running blank on lingerie designs for her to wear. Hopefully later tonight I'll figure something out.

"The Lingerie Journal" follow up interview!

I'm very excited to share my second interview with Luis Paredes, the publisher of "The Lingerie Journal." I was first interviewed back in 2011, now back for an update on my work since then and new projects for the future. I hope you enjoy it ... I did.
-Xavier

The Art of Lingerie: Q&A with Xavier Garza – The Lingerie Journal: Lingerie News, Lingerie Trends and Expert Advice for Lingerie Retailers

Lana Del-Update..

So here is a sketch/study of Lana Del Rey ... I've been trying to portray her for a couple months now. Its tough, she's different from anything I normally paint.

The final maybe tweeked abit in minor details. I hope to start her soon, I love this part of the process. Where I'm wondering, "Can I do this?"  "How am I going to execute this?"
The thrill?

-Xavier

Late night art

It is very late ... early, early morning actually. I'm working on a new piece for a friend. He is very talented artist aswell. Mainly works in pencil & charcoals
He creates beautiful, realistic portraits.
This current project we are trading pieces. We've been admirers of each others work since high-school.
-xavier
PS: sorry for the bad photo, cell phone only right now :P

Another Lana

Here is today's sketch, I've been working on sketches for a possible Lana Del Rey pinup, but its been tough since I can't find any photos that are what I'm looking for. I found a still image if Lana from her "National Anthem" video that I'm using as reference and its working well.
I still have more work to do though. Refining her delicate nose. In the sketch above I drew it to small. Almost like Priscilla Presley's. More to come ...

-Xavier

Bettie Page drawing

Sharing a few shots of a drawing for a new painting of Bettie.

Junior High

... in Junior high, from 6th to 8th grade I was known for drawing Betty Boop (as well as naked ladies). I would draw classic Betty and modern Betty, which was Betty in modern fashions of the early 2000's. Here are a few examples of my Betty's from the past. more to come in time ... (:

-Xavier

Bettie Page

Hello,

Just sharing a recent painting I'm doing of Bettie Page. The look I'm going for is a Sepia toned overall-color. Keeping with just one color and minor color accents.

-Xavier

Perle Noire

Dear friends,

I am proud to introduce the finished painting of Burlesque-Queen, and Goddess in my eyes, Perle Noire.

I have been wanting to paint Perle ever since I found out about her. She's beautiful, vivacious and has an aura, glowing all around her as she shakes-shimmies and twirls about. Not to mention she is a warm and caring woman who has a beautiful mind to match her beautiful body. I hope you all enjoy this recent piece that I am so happy to share.

-Xavier

Today's work ...

Just sharing some sketches I did today ... a drawing of a beautiful man from the 50s, I'm not to sure as to who is but I'm sure he was a popular model for beefcake mags.

The other is an idea for a future painting maybe I may paint both we'll see.

-Xavier

Meet the Artist.

Hello,

Just thought I'd share some personal photos. Just an image of my cat, Changa, part of my home/work area and a photo of myself. Just to catch a glimpse ...

-Xavier

Three gals!!

Just a shot of three pieces, of a larger set that will be used for an upcoming project ...

La Diva Popolana!

Here's a shot of a portrait I'm doing of Italian actress, Sophia Loren. She is a woman I call a Goddess among women. She is one of the most breath taking women I've ever layed eyes on. A living legend and I hope someday she could see my work.

-Xavier

Sophia Loren

Here's a drawing I did earlier today  of Sophia Loren. I hope to create more of Sophia in time.

-Xavier

Just a Vampire

... a sketch I did while on a lunch break. A 1940s vampire.
-Xavier

Perle Noire

Hello!!

Here's a shot of a painting I'm doing of Perle Noire. It maybe the third painting/study I've done. Hopefully it will be finished in time for a special project I've got coming up. More on that later!

-Xavier

Business Card

Heya!

Just sharing a new image of my business illustration. Working it out ...

-Xavier

Blue Velvet

Hey folks!

As of late I have found inspiration in my newest muse, Lana Del Rey. Her look embodies that of which I admire and long to recreate with in my art. Her being a redhead is what has drawn my attention to her, and her music is haunting yet adorable. Like a melodic Nancy Sinatra.

Lana Del Rey is now one of my dream models and dream clients. I'd love to do work for her some day.
(My other dream model is Penelope Cruz.)

I've included a small study I did in watercolor and pencil. I hope to paint the full piece soon.

-Xavier

The Bride

Just a detail shot of the Bride of Frankenstein.

Blue Velvet

Watch "Lana Del Rey - Blue Velvet" on YouTube

One of my newest inspirations. Musically and visually. Lana Del Rey.

Class work.

Sharing a part of my latest class assignment. We have to develop a drawing and scan it into a computer so we can add additional images together via photo shop. I hope digitally add in flowers.
- Xavier

Perhaps even a pillow?

Class work.

Sharing a part of my latest class assignment. We have to develop a drawing and scan it into a computer so we can add additional images together via photo shop. I hope digitally add in flowers.
- Xavier

Perhaps even a pillow?

Happy Halloween!!

Here's a watercolor study of The Bride. The final piece will differ in skin color ...
-Xavier

Practicing dark skin

Here is a pencil drawing with watercolors. It's one of many more to come. Though the only difficult part is trying to develope a good technique for dark skin. I hope to master it and then able to paint women with any skin color.
-Xavier 

Another Lana Del Rey

Just sharing another watercolor study of Lana Del Rey.

-Xavier

Bride of Frankenstein!!

Here's a watercolor study of the previous sketches I did for a Bride of Frankenstein pinup. Going for a 60s Priscilla Presley look.
-Xavier

Halloween pinup!!

Thought I'd share another idea I'm working on ... a pinup of one of my favorite Hollywood Monsters to design, The Bride of Frankenstein. I love that there are so many directions one could with the character. Hopefully I begin painting this weekend.
Happy Halloween!!

-Xavier

Lana Del Rey

Just some of today's work a sketch/drawing of Lana Del Rey.

Pinup kitty .. ;P

Pinup at its best ... my Changita (:

New sketches.

Here are some more of my most recent drawings. If some are rotated to the left simply blame my phone for that . . . *looks around nervously*

-Xavier

Quick Study ...

Thought I'd share a watercolor I did of my boyfriend. Sketched out in pencil and painted with watercolors, then light shading and details after.

-Xavier

My father

This was a sketch/drawing I did of my father. He was 21 in the photo I used. I had to draw somebody for my Digital Media class, someone who I believe to be a character. He is a good, tough, wierdly-funny man.

Enjoy,
-Xavier

Update ...

Hello you glittering beauties,

I have taken a photo of my most recent piece, with a sepia filter. The actual painting is in color, her top and bottom are jade green with big, voluptuous flowers. Pink, orange and yellow colors. She is a brunette with deep red lips ... the painting is almost complete. I have some down time tonight. Work in the morning.

Hope you enjoyed this sneak peek!
-xavier

~August Beauty~

Hello curves galore!

Sharing a bit of a new piece I'm working on. Photos were with my mobile so they're not the greatest pics. Though they get the point across ... I hope *gulps*

Inspired by a photo of actress Ann Sheridan, taken by Glamour Photographer, George Hurrel. I was trying to get a likeness though I disregarded that attempt, I wanted a bit of freedom. So I altered the likeness last minute.

There are a few notes on the original sketch, reminding me about haircolor and costume design. Which will be finalized in the final painting.

Hope yall enjoy.
-Xavier

Sunday Sketch:

Howdy Glamour Ghouls!,
Just a 8" x 9" inch sketch of Ann Sheridan. Will be painting her soon ... hopefully all goes well as planned!!
-Xavier

Beefcake. Wolves eat it too!

Hello glamorous gals and dapper dans,

"Not all wolves fancy cheesecake."

I have decided to pick up a subject I once left behind. Since I paint beautiful women, why not paint beautiful men too? I will be adding "male pinups" to my repertoire of naughty art. I have done some sketches here and there, no doubt they will be hard to create. It will be a fun exercise in creativity and technique.

I will include a small example from my Sketchbook.
Hope you all enjoy, and let me know what ya'll think.
-Xavier

~Art Work For Sale~

Dear friends and pals, and Glammour Gals,

I have selected five pieces that are for sale, all are orginal art from "Garza Pin-Ups." I would be selling the pieces on Ebay like I used to, but for some odd reason my laptop isn't co-operating with Ebay. So here is the next best thng, selling via my blog. I except payments via Paypal and will give that info with the pieces listed. Paintings are First come first serve, who ever emails me first about a certain piece will get the painting. So lets get down to business, here are the selected pieces for sale:

Painting #1: "Devil Bettie" by Garza Pin-Ups (2009) ORIGINAL BETTIE PAGE WATERCOLOR PAINTING*
Size: 18" x 24" inches
Painted on Strathmore Watercolor paper, painted with Grumbacher watercolors.
Price: $200
Shipping will be extra/added: $20 shipping in USA.
Out of State is extra and can be up to $90.
paypal email: xgarza88@yahoo.com

Painting Description:
This panting is one of Xaviers first Bettie paintings he created in 2009. The year he started painting and experimenting with watercolors. The piece is a loose study in color and technique, originally a study for a Halloween themed pin-up. The painting will be shipped in a UPS Shipping Tube, and will arrive in about 5 business days. If interested please email Xavier at garzapinups@gmail.com

Full shot: painting has white space on both sides of Bettie.

Detail Shot

Painting #2: "Blush and Bashful" by Garza Pin-Ups (2011) ORIGINAL PIN-UP WATERCOLOR PAINTING*
Size: 18" x 24" inches
Painted on Strathmore Watercolor paper, painted with Grumbacher watercolors.
Price: $300
Shipping will be extra/added: $20 shipping in USA.
Out of State is extra and can be up to $90.
paypal email: xgarza88@yahoo.com

Painting Description:
"In this piece we see a Glamourous Beauty from the 1930s, wrapped in her luxurious pink fur and dressed in a nude-colored, lace negligee. She is perched upon her pink satin stool in her boudouir. Covering her breasts with her delicate, pink gloved hands, is she embaressed? Has the viewer stumbled upon her in a moment of secret? Or is she simply about to reveal a secret she is holding?"
If interested in this piece please email Xavier at garzapinups@gmail.com  The painting will be shipped in a UPS Shipping Tube and will arrive in 5 busniess days.

Painting #3: "Come closer" by Garza Pin-Ups (2012) ORIGINAL PIN-UP WATERCOLOR PAINTING*
Size: 11" x 21" inches
Painted on Strathmore Illustration Board and painted with Windsor and Newton watercolors.
Price: $200
Shipping will be extra/added: $20 shipping in USA.
Out of State is extra and can be up to $90.
paypal email: xgarza88@yahoo.com

Painting Description:
"Featuring not only a beautful woman, which is Xaviers favorite subject, but she is also a very lush Red-Head. A favorite haircolor for Xavier to paint. Laying on her blue-green-techinicolor fur stole and wearing next to nothing but satin pink heels and a glint in her eye  . . . she beckons the viewer, please come a little closer."
If interested in this piece please email Xavier at garzapinups@gmail.com  The painting will be shipped in a UPS Shipping Tube and will arrive in 5 busniess days.

Drawng #4 : "Laced Up" by Garza Pin-Ups (2012) ORIGINAL PIN-UP PENCIL DRAWING*
Size: 11" x 14" inches
Drawn on a very light drawing paper with mechanical pencil.
Price: $200
Shipping will be extra/added: $20 shipping in USA.
Out of State is extra and can be up to $90.
paypal email: xgarza88@yahoo.com

Drawing Description:
The drawing has some damage to it, due to an accidental storage problem and my cat.
Damage detail: A fold/ seam along the bottom half of the paper, there also are small tiny holes, One at the begining of the fold at the left hand bottom side where her tail fins are. As well as two tiny holes across from her face. There is also a slight smear above her left eyebrow which can fixed fast. They may be visible in the photos provided. In a previous Blog Post there are more photos th lace design, upclose shots.

"This drawing maybe small and slightly damaged but it is big in Detail. It features a woman from the 1940s in an orginal mermaid costume design by Xavier. Her outfit consists of a full lace body suit, detailed in lace flowers and "scales." Along the tail and body there are pearl like accents dangling, these accents are also included along her giant collar and head piece."
If interested in this piece please email Xavier at garzapinups@gmail.com  The painting will be shipped in a UPS Shipping Tube and will arrive in 5 busniess days.

Drawng #5 : "Sophia" by Garza Pin-Ups (2012) ORIGINAL PIN-UP PENCIL SKETCH*
Size: 22" x 14" inches
Drawn on a very thick watercolor paper with mechanical pencil.
Price: $100
Shipping will be extra/added: $20 shipping in USA.
Out of State is extra and can be up to $90.
paypal email: xgarza88@yahoo.com

Drawing Description:
"This sketch was inspiered by the fact that Vargas was supposed to paint a portrait of Sophia Loren, but at the last minute he altered her likeness. Since he never painted her, as far as I know. I was compelled to do an homage to him and to her."
If interested in this piece please email Xavier at garzapinups@gmail.com  The painting will be shipped in a UPS Shipping Tube and will arrive in 5 busniess days.

The shadows in the top section of the drawing are shadows of the clips holding up the art. The art has some light paint strokes in the far right corner, due to me cleaning a painting brush on it at one point.

I hope you all enjoy the art work that is forsale and I hope to hear from whomever decides to purchase one of the pieces. Happy Shopping and please, feel free to shoot me a question at either of the emails above.

-Xavier