My First Cigarette

I was about 15 when I had my first cigarette. I remember sitting in the bed of a beat up pickup, feeling free as we sped through the night. Sounds a little cheesy, I know, but so rewarding. My buddy had "bummed" me a smoke (aside from his resentment) and I remember it tasting incredible, not wretched, like everyone had described in adolescence. This tiny little piece is the first of many to come. I will be releasing a bunch of 8" x 10" paintings commemorating the experiences I've had through the horrible addiction of cigarette smoking.

In Light Of Our Upcoming Move

Well It hasn't been easy. Lost my day job not too long ago as well as trying to endure the struggle of family issues. Yesterday, it seemed the world had up and left it's responsibilities, in light of today's ever present political and commercial greed. Those that say America is in a state of financial crisis are absolutely right. But what about the fat cats? Those with so much green that they could easily wear a new outfit for everyday of the year? Here I am burning through laundry, just to keep my three good shirts clean.

This will be the first time that I am, in a sense, "forced" to leave my home. Well hey, as I raise my beer I'll be glad to shout, "Here's to new beginnings!"

Stay Well!

A Hot Day For Business Cards

After realizing that my wife took my keys (by mistake of course), I decided to take a walk into downtown Phoenixville. 100 degree temperatures will never stop the hunger for nicotine...and let's not forget the undoubted desire to promote some art!

Steel City Coffee House Group Art Show

Three of my paintings will be in show and on sale at Steel City Coffee House between August 5th and November 29th. Steel City will be conducting their quarterly group art show which will feature many talented artists, starting the 1st Friday of August. So stop in, grab some coffee, and check it out! Much respect goes out to Steel City and Frank Giammatteo for making this event possible! Below are some links to which I feel you all should definitely click.

 steelcitycoffeehouse.com 

frankgiammatteo.com 

christopherborai.com