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.