maryland

New Year, New Creations

by

Hello everyone! It’s 2025! This year is going to be a year of change for me, with lots going on in my life. Art wise, I’ll still be going strong, though I must admit I took some time to invest in a series of books I’m writing. I’m also actively writing poetry, and journeying into music creation.

My rock and muse, Jessica is by my side, supporting my shenanigans, so expect a lot of creativity!

Here’s a 2024 in review, in case you missed any of the art.

A vibrant underwater scene with diverse marine life including fish, a clownfish, a lionfish, and stingrays swimming around a sunken ship. Bright corals and plants frame the scene under a luminous blue ocean surface.
A painting of a wooden ship with white sails navigating through choppy waves. Two dolphins leap alongside, emerging from the vibrant blue ocean, with a sky painted in soft pastel hues in the background.
A painting of a red fox sitting in a lush green forest clearing. Tall trees surround the fox, and the sky is a mix of green, blue, and white, creating a serene atmosphere.
A painting of a red fox sitting in a lush green forest clearing. Tall trees surround the fox, and the sky is a mix of green, blue, and white, creating a serene atmosphere.
A colorful painting of a snail with a green shell and a bright blue bow. The snail is on a red surface, set against a green, starry background.
A colorful painting of a snail with a green shell and a bright blue bow. The snail is on a red surface, set against a green, starry background.
A whimsical painting of an otter wearing a Santa hat. It stands in water, holding a purple sea urchin, next to a decorated underwater Christmas tree adorned with various colorful ornaments. The background features swirling blue waves.
A whimsical painting of an otter wearing a Santa hat. It stands in water, holding a purple sea urchin, next to a decorated underwater Christmas tree adorned with various colorful ornaments. The background features swirling blue waves.
A fluffy white cat with blue eyes sits beside a large mushroom with holly decorations. The background features a red and brown abstract pattern, resembling part of a Santa suit. The cat appears curious, near a small green dish.
A fluffy white cat with blue eyes sits beside a large mushroom with holly decorations. The background features a red and brown abstract pattern, resembling part of a Santa suit. The cat appears curious, near a small green dish.
A winter night scene features a large, glowing full moon in the background. Silhouetted against it is a sleigh pulled by eight reindeer flying over a snowy village with evergreen trees and a clock tower.
A winter night scene features a large, glowing full moon in the background. Silhouetted against it is a sleigh pulled by eight reindeer flying over a snowy village with evergreen trees and a clock tower.
A painting of a blue bird perched inside a festive wreath adorned with pine cones, red berries, and greenery, against a dark wooden background.
A painting of a blue bird perched inside a festive wreath adorned with pine cones, red berries, and greenery, against a dark wooden background.
A painting of a woman with long, flowing hair, wearing a red dress and gold jewelry. A black raven perches on her shoulder. The background is an abstract swirl of earth tones.
A painting of a majestic sailing ship with illuminated windows on a starry night sea. The sky is filled with sparkling stars, and waves gently lap against the vessel's hull. The ship sails through a mystical, glowing seascape.
A painting of a majestic sailing ship with illuminated windows on a starry night sea. The sky is filled with sparkling stars, and waves gently lap against the vessel’s hull. The ship sails through a mystical, glowing seascape.
A traveler holding a torch stands before a large, mystical stone face with glowing eyes. The mouth serves as a tunnel entrance, surrounded by lush, glowing vegetation. The scene is illuminated in blue and green hues.
A traveler holding a torch stands before a large, mystical stone face with glowing eyes. The mouth serves as a tunnel entrance, surrounded by lush, glowing vegetation. The scene is illuminated in blue and green hues.
Triptych painting titled 'The Morrigan' depicting a mythological figure with dark, expansive wings in shades of blue and purple. The central figure sits on a rocky surface, surrounded by a cloudy, stormy sky. Bare tree branches extend behind her, with crows perched among them, adding a sense of foreboding to the scene. Her expression is calm yet intense, embodying the mysterious and powerful presence of the Morrigan, a goddess of fate and transformation in Irish mythology.
Triptych painting titled ‘The Morrigan’ depicting a mythological figure with dark, expansive wings in shades of blue and purple. The central figure sits on a rocky surface, surrounded by a cloudy, stormy sky. Bare tree branches extend behind her, with crows perched among them, adding a sense of foreboding to the scene. Her expression is calm yet intense, embodying the mysterious and powerful presence of the Morrigan, a goddess of fate and transformation in Irish mythology.
A mystical figure in a green robe, adorned with a floral crown, stands in a snowy, moonlit forest. They hold a staff and a pouch, as Christmas magic swirls among the snow and bare trees under the glowing full moon.
A cute raccoon wearing a Santa hat is holding a half-eaten cookie. It stands behind a green plate with more cookie pieces on it, against a colorful background with stars and circles. The setting is festive and whimsical.
A haunting scene of three deteriorating pirate ships anchored in a swamp, surrounded by twisted, leafless trees with hanging moss. The sky is a moody, pale green, and a weathered, wooden dock leads to the ships through the foggy water.
A haunting scene of three deteriorating pirate ships anchored in a swamp, surrounded by twisted, leafless trees with hanging moss. The sky is a moody, pale green, and a weathered, wooden dock leads to the ships through the foggy water.
Digital artwork depicts a surreal underwater scene with a glowing jellyfish, a large blue skull partially submerged in sand, an angler fish, and colorful, plant-like structures in the background. Small white fish swim around the elements, adding to the ethereal atmosphere.
Digital artwork depicts a surreal underwater scene with a glowing jellyfish, a large blue skull partially submerged in sand, an angler fish, and colorful, plant-like structures in the background. Small white fish swim around the elements, adding to the ethereal atmosphere.
An adventurer holding a torch stands before a massive, ancient stone face with a tunnel-like mouth. The figure is framed by lush, dark greenery, and the stone face emits an eerie glow from its eyes, highlighting the mysterious atmosphere of the scene.
An adventurer holding a torch stands before a massive, ancient stone face with a tunnel-like mouth. The figure is framed by lush, dark greenery, and the stone face emits an eerie glow from its eyes, highlighting the mysterious atmosphere of the scene.
A dark, gothic painting of a somber figure with large, black wings and long, dark hair. The figure sits curled up on a rocky outcrop under a cloudy sky, surrounded by leafless tree branches. The background includes distant flying birds, evoking the mystical essence of Morrigan.
A dark, gothic painting of a somber figure with large, black wings and long, dark hair. The figure sits curled up on a rocky outcrop under a cloudy sky, surrounded by leafless tree branches. The background includes distant flying birds, evoking the mystical essence of Morrigan.
A spooky Halloween-themed painting featuring a large pumpkin, a black cat with glowing yellow eyes, and four crows, one of which is holding a green bucket. Dark, eerie tones and shadows add to the mysterious atmosphere.
A black cat with bright yellow eyes sits in front of a glowing orange pumpkin, adding a touch of spice to the scene. Surrounding the cat are three blackbirds, one of which holds a green bucket in its beak. The scene is illuminated with warm, eerie light, creating a mystical atmosphere.
A painting of a woman in a hooded cloak standing in a snowy landscape near a river. She holds an owl on her gloved hand. The background features bare trees and a soft, muted color palette of blues, greens, and whites.
Painting of a mysterious hooded woman in a long dress standing beside a blue lake in a wintery landscape. She holds a white owl on her left arm. The background is filled with bare trees and frosted ground. The scene has a mystical, serene atmosphere, reminiscent of Christmas mythology and the legend of Pertcha.
A surreal painting depicts a raccoon’s face formed by vibrant, flowing aurora borealis lights against a starry night sky. The colorful streaks in hues of green, pink, and blue create a mystical atmosphere, blending seamlessly with the dark, grassy landscape below.
A surreal painting depicts a raccoon’s face formed by vibrant, flowing aurora borealis lights against a starry night sky. The colorful streaks in hues of green, pink, and blue create a mystical atmosphere, blending seamlessly with the dark, grassy landscape below.
A detailed painting of a black crow perched on a snowy rock in a winter forest. The background features tall evergreen trees against a colorful sky with hues of pink, purple, and blue, suggesting a sunrise or sunset. Snow blankets the ground and tree branches.
A painted depiction of a historic longship at sea with a blue sky and scattered clouds in the background. The wooden structure has ropes, a carved figurehead, and a shield on its side. The water appears calm with a distant land formation visible on the horizon.
A surreal painting depicts a hooded figure with a dark, skeletal face partially obscured by green, tentacle-like appendages under a crimson sky. Leafless trees frame the background, creating an eerie and mystical atmosphere.
A surreal painting shows a dark, ghostly figure with a skull face and antlers. It has long, flowing green and yellow tendrils reminiscent of Lovecraftian horrors. The background features a barren, twisted tree and a red, ominously colored sky.
A vivid painting depicts three mermaids watching a ship sail into a colorful sunset. The sea glistens with shades of blue, reflecting the vibrant, cloud-streaked sky in hues of pink, orange, and purple. The mermaids sit on rocks, their tails shimmering in the light.
A mosaic-style painting depicts a woman with curly brown hair and multi-colored butterfly wings. She is wearing a blue top and holding a vibrant bouquet of red flowers. The background features shades of yellow, purple, and pink.
A mosaic-style painting depicts a woman with curly brown hair and multi-colored butterfly wings. She is wearing a blue top and holding a vibrant bouquet of red flowers. The background features shades of yellow, purple, and pink.
A painting of a spooky, old house in a snowy landscape. The house has a tall, pointed tower and a wrap-around porch. A leafless tree stands to the right, with a human face subtly carved in the trunk. Three birds sit on its branch. A snow-covered path leads to the house.
A painting of a spooky, old house with gothic Victorian architecture under a night sky. The house has turrets and pointed roofs, surrounded by winter snow. A bare tree with an eerie face carved into its trunk stands in the foreground, with crows perched on its branch and the ghost of a shadow lingering near.
A vibrant painting depicts a lush jungle scene with ancient, temple-like structures in the background. The foreground features detailed greenery with a chameleon perched on a leaf, while various jungle animals, including an elephant and a peacock, blend into the surroundings.
An underwater scene featuring a glowing blue jellyfish, small fish, an eerie skull, and a small sunken structure in the background. The background is dark, and colorful seaweed and other aquatic plants add to the mysterious ambiance.
The Perfect Gift," a Christmas-themed painting, features a fluffy brown dog wearing a Santa hat, sitting on a red rug next to a decorated tree adorned with ornaments. The background is purple with gold garland, and the artist's signature, @robmedleyart, is visible near the tree.
The Perfect Gift,” a Christmas-themed painting, features a fluffy brown dog wearing a Santa hat, sitting on a red rug next to a decorated tree adorned with ornaments. The background is purple with gold garland, and the artist’s signature, @robmedleyart, is visible near the tree.
A dramatic painting depicts three pirates in a small rowboat facing a large, ornate pirate ship on the open sea at sunset. The pirate in the back is pointing toward the ship, suggesting a plan or direction. The waters reflect the colorful sky.
Pirates in a small boat approach a large, ornate, and menacing galleon named “R. P. S. Shadow” on the open sea. One pirate points towards the ship while another with a colorful headscarf and wide-eyed expression looks back. The sky glows with sunset colors as they continue sailing forward.
The Summering" depicts a surreal scene where a figure with angelic wings and long hair stands by a lake, holding a small object. Two smaller winged figures, possibly children, sit on the ground nearby. An eerie gazebo entwined with snake-like tentacles stands beside them.
The Waiting Shore painting features a peaceful scene: a woman sitting under a large tree, gazing at a calm blue lake. In the backdrop, a boat sails between two verdant hills, while the sky is painted with pink and orange clouds, indicating either sunrise or sunset.
Painting of a mystical forest at night with a glowing full moon. An Ancestral Warden, humanoid with antlers, greenish skin, and glowing eyes leans against a tree. Silhouetted trees and a misty luminescent stream enhance the eerie, enchanted atmosphere.
Painting of a mystical forest at night with a glowing full moon. An Ancestral Warden, humanoid with antlers, greenish skin, and glowing eyes leans against a tree. Silhouetted trees and a misty luminescent stream enhance the eerie, enchanted atmosphere.
A painting depicts a stone castle with a tall, round tower situated on a rocky cliff overlooking a body of water. The sky is filled with soft, colorful clouds at sunset or sunrise, casting an Arcadian Echoes glow on the scene. Lush vegetation surrounds the castle.
A painting depicts a stone castle with a tall, round tower situated on a rocky cliff overlooking a body of water. The sky is filled with soft, colorful clouds at sunset or sunrise, casting an Arcadian Echoes glow on the scene. Lush vegetation surrounds the castle.
A sea turtle on the beach
A colorful painting depicts a woman with her cat sitting by a roaring campfire in a forest. The scene is illuminated by the fire's glow and a starry night sky overhead. Trees surround them, and foliage is visible on the ground, adding an enchanting touch to this forest pagan setting.
A colorful painting depicts a woman with her cat sitting by a roaring campfire in a forest. The scene is illuminated by the fire’s glow and a starry night sky overhead. Trees surround them, and foliage is visible on the ground, adding an enchanting touch to this forest pagan setting.
A painting depicts a lush landscape with a large, leafy tree at the center. A small, white cat peeks out from a hollow log in the foreground, surrounded by tall green grass. In the background, there are ancient, weathered stone columns under a bright blue sky with wispy clouds.
Whispers of the Ancients
A painting of a Viking ship with a dragon figurehead and red-and-white striped sail, navigating through a turbulent sea. In the background, there are waterfalls and a dramatic, stormy sky with hints of green and purple light.
Waves of Fortune

Art Attack 2021

by

I’ve been eye deep in excel this week, so no art, so I decided to make a a video of 2021 art. digitalart #art #kunst #peinture #artwork #cryptoart #cryptoartist from 2021. Themes include #empowerment #fragility & #beauty of #life #nature #selfworth #struggle #acceptance #women #war #dnd #fantasy #scifiart the #psyche etc.

https://youtu.be/Ofq7NiB4Ja0

YouTube because somehow the video wouldn’t upload here. It will open in a separate tab.

Nature – Victim

by

So I throw all these words out to explain my #art but really, it comes down to mood as the #artwork progresses. This was first focused on #hair – I am not apologetic for objectifying luscious locks – then it moved into the #goth #vampire realm ( #notsorry ) and then setting back into #nature (which I love) – I’ll let you figure out how vampires are #victims and apply that to the damage humans are doing to our madre de #nature. I really shouldn’t even bother with trying to explain it, but for my three fans I will sacrifice :). I mean, it’s not like an influencer like Waagen is going to come along in 250 years and hawk my stuff to wealthy Parisians, while calling it emblematic of the American Golden Age to make a buck. But I digress. Hope you enjoy it.

Moon Goddess in a Box

by

What’s it about? Err, I don’t know. I may be a bit tipsy with creating this artwork – I do know that I started out with the idea of using the human body as a frame for what’s in the picture, so, goal achieved. She’s a regal woman constrained by the borders of the art, but she has power, as reflected in the claws on her tattoo – this won’t make sense in the morning, but who she is at night, with the moon behind her is not the limit of her power.

In Our Defence, Silence.

by

It’s been exactly 10 days since I’ve been able to create art as it’s been wage-slavery for the last two weeks. I needed to create. Don’t like it? I’m wearing the Melania jacket today. Although I could have spent a little more in post-prod.

Why? Because, sometimes something just needs to be. I’m busting through stereotypes about age, about witches, and a third thing, which I forget.

Busy, but…

by

My time has been sucked up by other, more worldly needs lately, so here is another video of my artwork from around Spring. I created it in the bowels of the night while my insomnia had me staring at the ceiling. The music lends an Edward Scissorhands / dreamy feel to the composition. All the individual works are available on this site in various blog posts. As with all videos, some artwork may have been created prior to other but I’m doing these videos based on their order on my phone, some of which have been reposted or modified for light, etc. point is, don’t hold me to any timelines. If I ever become recognized / rise above the churn of much more talented artists on the net, I’m sure someone will catologue everything 🙂

Chapter 3 (March to July 2020)

by

I was super busy with my day job and totally not able to do any art today (sigh, again) so here is another chapter in the art of 2020. I feel like I’m missing images, so it’s probably not a complete treatise. As far as the background on each artwork? It’s in the posts. Hope you like it.

Video of Recent Art

by

I’m truly sorry I’ve not done anything in the last couple of days. I’m working through proposals at work (to pay for my art!) and skin cancer to boot, but last night at 3ish, I made this video of recent art (going back to October (ish). I’ll get creative again soon! I kind of want to do a full length video of all the artwork I’ve done, but it would be significantly longer than 2 minutes – more along the lines of an hour. Maybe over the holiday weekend.

Urban Tree

by

Tonight’s drunk art is from my walk this morning. Before anyone tells me telephone poles are round…. Because drivers in my area are attracted to the poles, they are actually rectangular and thick, so it’s accurate – maybe not painted very well, but aesthetically correct. I should say something artistically relevant but I’ll leave it to the senses. Oil, ink, pencil, watercolor, and stencil, it’s a doodle-mutt. Now that I’m looking at it, that bird is huge.

Cherry Lightning Filler

by

This started as a scrabble on the canvas, and asking myself “What can I do with it?” Et voilá! I’d kind of like to scrub the tree and start over but there’s other ideas that need to spill out into reality. Why? It’s reminiscent of my early work, and I know I can do better. So, media… mixed of course. Acrylics, watercolor, pencil, pastel, and stencil.

The Joy of Flight

by

Remember when you were a kid, and you pretended you were on a rocket ship or airplane as you tried to swing higher and higher? That’s the feeling I’m going for with this. Whether or not I’ve achieved it is up to you, as that is the purpose of art. It’s a fantasy piece, to end a not so great year and bring in a new one full of hope, happiness, and dreams. I could explain the piece but I’m hoping you get it without that bit of tediousness. Happy New Year.

The Veteran

by

Paint for your era, they say, and don’t take the excuse that ours is an era of decline. Not a top-hat to be seen anywhere. so I’m painting for my era, digitally, because digital artists are still artists.

But enough foreplay, this is a portrait of our generation. Each element is carefully chosen.