"Hope Rests In Quiet Fields" by Andy Kehoe

I have told myself not to buy any more Andy Kehoe's stuff. Owning 2 paintings and 4 prints of his is enough.

But once I laid my eyes on his latest work at Thinkspace Gallery, I can't help myself.

Cool piece huh?

"Obstacle Movers" by Blaine Fontana

Blaine Fontana has a new giclee screen on wood called "Obstacle Movers" that I am trying to purchase. I like the glossy resin finish on the surface.

He also has 2 new prints called "Irregular Fauna #2" and "The Nestkeeper is Waiting". Time to add to my Fontana print collection. :)

Peter, Bjorn & John - Young Folks

This song is nothing but kickass!!! Stumbled upon the video on MTV Asia late one night and was totally blown away by the song.

What an infectious tune.

"Move So Far" by Brendan Monroe

I have just received the "Caretaker" painting by Brendan Monroe and I have admit: this is the best, most beautiful piece of artwork I have ever seen and owned in my life.

It is hard to describe but the colours, the texture, the visual and even the frame added up to one masterpiece of a painting that I absolutely love. Now I am such a big Monroe fan, I am on a hunt to own more of his artworks.

I managed to secure the above work "Move so Far" by Brendan. Even though in terms of visual impact, this piece is not as impressive as the "Caretaker", the title as well as the image of a little fella moving his tree home on his back brought a smile to my face.

Storm Clouds by Jeff Soto

This sucks. Jeff Soto's new show at Jonathan Levine Gallery is held at the same time as Blaine Fontana's show at Lineage gallery.

Unfortunately I have to decide between buying a painting from Fontana or saving it up for a Soto.

And I chose Fontana.

How I wish that I am rich and can afford "Land of the Free" (shown above) piece from Soto. Not only is it beautiful, now it is sold and I am regretting not buying it when I had the chance.

At least I saved US$4000 and bought a Fontana piece. Sigh...

"Arturism" painting by Alex Pardee

Alright. Brendan Monroe's "Caretaker" painting will be displayed in my baby's room. This Alex Pardee's "Arturism" piece will NOT be displayed in my house at all.

I love Pardee's insane artworks. But I have this feeling my baby (and perhaps my wife) will freak out or get disturbed if they see his pieces.

Guess I will hang this piece in my office, since most of my colleagues are freaks anyway. It is like they have just stared into a mirror or something.

The painting is drawn by Alex Pardee, inspired by the book "Geek Love". I will check out the book this weekend.

"Caretaker" painting by Brendan Monroe

A painting by Brendan Monroe that was created for a show at Little Cake Gallery to benefit the NYC animal shelters. I am pleased to secure a piece from Mr Monroe (I have always love his alien symbiotes paintings) as well as contribute to taking care of animals.