Collection
Since I work with computers and digital art programs in my career, I create art in a more traditional way on my time off. Art has been a long time passion of mine, however creating traditional art is something I have only recently re-picked up. I took AP Art in High School (Passed the AP exam with a 4-yay!) and went to college to learn software such as Photoshop and 3D modeling programs with the intent of becoming a video game artist. Life takes turns, and while I am not creating video games today, I did land a career that utilizes what I learned in college.
Now that I have been working in the digital industry for about seven years, I have re-ventured into creating art the traditional way. I can see the eight year break I took in the quality of what I produce, but I also understand that art is a journey that takes hard work. And I love every drop of sweat and every step of it.
Please continue to visit, as I continue to grow and post what I create. I hope you see something you like while you're browsing through my pages.
Now that I have been working in the digital industry for about seven years, I have re-ventured into creating art the traditional way. I can see the eight year break I took in the quality of what I produce, but I also understand that art is a journey that takes hard work. And I love every drop of sweat and every step of it.
Please continue to visit, as I continue to grow and post what I create. I hope you see something you like while you're browsing through my pages.
Oil Paintings
I recently began oil painting. Stay tuned to watch my portfolio grow!
Acrylic Paintings
Currently, I am exploring more cultural subjects in my painting. I have started with the Day of the Dead tradition, and will continue to develop social pieces that explore my personal heritage.
Portraits
Ah, how I love drawing with Graphite & Ink! These are a few pictures of my commissioned portraits.
Pastels
Soft & Oil Pastels are my newest avenue of exploration.
Color Pencil & Digital Art
Here are a couple of fun & colorful pieces created with Color Pencil, and Digitally.
Water Color Paintings
Watercolor is a challenge in that its not very forgiving or tight in it's nature. I will continue to practice until I understand the techniques to laying out color and planning ahead that goes into truly amazing watercolor art.
Pen and Ink
A personal favorite style of mine, here is some fan art and original pen and ink drawings of mine. I participate in Inktober, a challenge to draw an ink art-piece in response to a daily single-word prompt for the duration of October. In Inktober 2019, I incorporated the traditional Japanese ink painting style known as Sumi-e. I've uploaded a small sample from prompt over the years. To see more, follow my instagram @pelayo_designs
Live Sketches
When I travel, I typically carry a sketchbook and a grey-scale marker with me. These are loose and sketchy in nature, and I love drawing with them. These pieces are by no means polished, but sketching live subjects is both challenging and fulfilling.