Yay for nice weather!


I say "yay" too often.
I went exploring yesterday. We have locks (hence, "Lockport") so I went there and took some pictures. There weren't railings galore and such to keep people out which surprised me. I could literally climb to the floor of the canal if I wanted. I had my dog with me and he doesn't do much climbing so we stayed to the walkways. Then I went to this really rundown building I found a while back. Come to find out, it was some sort of motorcycle factory and is now condemned which makes it a perfect hangout for local kids. This railway is right next to the building and if one so chose to, one could climb/fall all the way down to the running part of the canal. I'm used to dangerous things being highly restricted so finding two places to bring models in one day was awesome. I didn't make it in the building because of my dog but there were many easy ways to do so. Then again, I didn't try them... but they looked easy enough.

How is it almost April?

My fiance, Jon, and his new best friend Nina
Jon turns 30 on Thursday; 29 hit him harder.

boo on rain

Another shot from walking near the canal.

Monday Night Figure Drawing




Just got back from the figure drawing thing I model for... only two artists tonight so we half-assed it. We talked about the relationship between mental illness and art. I fully believe every good artist has some degree of mental defect. It enables us to see the world differently than the masses. We see beauty in ugliness, character in mundanity, and evoke emotion with everyday things. Now I'm definately not saying we're all psychotic or anything but we are a little off.


I'm not modelling for the class for a few weeks but the organizer offerred to let me come to draw without paying the fee. I think I'm going to take her up on that offer, I like it there. I haven't done much (if anything) since I've been out of school either.

I Heart Sun




Had the day off so I took my dog for a walk along the canal in town. I've been along other parts of the canal (Port Leyden, Brockport) but not here. Poor Sam is exhausted; I took a mini nap after too, I can't lie. Not to many people out when I went but school wasn't out yet. Got some good shots though. Gotta explore further but bring food next time! Jon's got next week off so maybe I'll drag him with me too.

Sunshine and Coffee






So I modeled for a figure drawing seminar last night; it was really fun to be around art people again. It was a small group but all 4 of them were cool; each had a different skill level. These are from one of the guys... he's really gestural and expressive which I love. I brought my dog and he posed with me a few times too. I get to go again next Monday!








Today, I am off to explore with my fiance. He's actually got the day off.




Somewhere In Boston


So excited for warmer weather! Can't wait to get out and explore!