I often stare off into the cosmos and wonder where it is that we are going as a race. The human race. The older I get I let go of the physical world. The physical world of possession and money. I find myself being pulled closer to the consciousness of my spirituality. I have been questioning everything. Why do we live the way we do? Why do we follow so much instead of lead? Is tradition really that important? Why do we suffer so and do so little to make change? Can we truly experience growth as a people when we will not live outside of our safety zones?
I am an artist. I live a simple life. I live for the experiences of creation and innovation. I have lost the luster for money and social status. I want to use myself to make change for a better humanity. I hope to do this in small and big ways. I want to excite, provoke, and stimulate people’s minds to search out their own feelings to find the real value of life. I am a vegetarian. I am very spiritual but not at all religious. I spend a good deal of time in solitude and meditation so that I can listen when there is something to be heard.
Music
Im really all across the board with music. I don't think the space provided can accommodate all the bands Im into but here is a few to give a general idea of some types and sounds. Johnny Cash, X is greater than Y, Tricky, The Hives, Primer 55, U.N.K.L.E, Da La Soul, Six by Seven, Orgy, Tom Templeton, Importante, The Bronx, Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, The YYY's, The Chemical Brothers, The Strokes, Avenged SevenFold, Bloc Party, The Prodigy, M.Manson, The Dead 60's, The Propeller Heads, R.A.T.M, Static-X, The Muse, Silverstein, The Bled, 30 seconds to mars, Mudvayne, T.V. On The Radio, Interpol, AFI, From Autumn To Ashes, Norma Jean, Darkest Hour, In Flames, Day Of Contempt, Rise Against, Against Me!, K-os, Baxter, Guns & Roses, stone Temple Pilots, B.B. King, John Coltrane, Apocalyptica, Burden Of A Day, Underoath, Oh,Sleeper
Movies
Buffalo66, Gummo, Fight Club, Grounghog Day, Ninja Scroll, Ghost In The Shell, Akira, Basquiat, Natural Born Killers, The Crow, True Romance, Jackie Brown, The Basketball Diary’s, The Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind, Rushmore, Ferris Beullers day off, Ground Hog day, Bruce Lee & most Kung-Fu Movies
Television
Dave Chappelle, Adult Swim (Aqua team hunger force, Cowboy Bebop),SNL, History Channel, Style Channel
Books
Im more partial to zines. NYLON, PAPER, DETAILS, CARGO, ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST, etc.
Heroes
My Dad is my hero!! and any soul who embraces sacrifice of ones self to help his fellow man, to you I pledge my honor.
About me: PLEASE VISIT MY ARTIST WEBSITE WWW.TOMMYWATKINS.COM
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I work in FINE ARTS. I am currently taking and making offers to create original modern abstract paintings. I have been a painter my entire lifetime. Please take a moment and observe the work. I am open to having discussions about my work or others work. Feel free to contact me about the purchase of paintings or t-shirts.
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Modern Abstract Paintings by Tommy Watkins
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Tommy Watkins-
Artist Biography-
As a little boy growing up in Rochester, NY Tommy Watkins could often be found perfectly content with a crayon in hand, spending hours creating and drawing. As he grew and experienced the trials of adolescence, he found that the hobby he enjoyed as a child could now serve as an outlet for expressing the troubles and pain of coming of age. Now, as an adult, art has not only changed his life, but defines it.
Since arriving in the Capital District, Tommy has slowly transcended into a highly recognizable and respected artist. His style is distinct and his abstract modern paintings can be seen in several area businesses, with many more commissioned paintings created for individuals’ private art collections.
Beyond his talent as a painter, Tommy has intense passion for uniting local artists and has been working to build a dynamic and cultured art scene in upstate New York. This has culminated in a myriad of events and exhibits that have realized his vision. As a co-founder of The Albany Underground Artists and The Upstate Artists Guild, he has not only been part of a wonderfully supportive community of artists, but has also stepped out on his own in organizing events showcasing upstate artists. A memorable example of this was the community arts mansion show, the largest local art show that has taken place in the upstate area, attracting over 2000 attendees in March of ’05. In addition to his contribution to the fine arts community, Tommy has also taken a strong role in the local fashion scene, organizing and taking part in fashion shows that have created a forum for talented local designers, as well as the signature glam punk style of his own clothing line, Liability. In addition to this, Tommy is a writer for the popular Upstate magazine where he reports on up and coming artists..<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Who I'd like to meet: Id like to meet an alien from outer space, but in reference to humans read the following. Anybody who is genuine or sincere and for the most part not totally mental. (its ok to be a little bit mental)I'm not on my space to find a date or hook up with anyone however I cant deny the fact that I have met and made some friends here. I'm pretty laid back but still ambitious and I appreciate the company of anyone like minded. I'm an artists who is eager to make a change for the better. I believe in artists and what we do. I have dedicated all my spare time to helping artists get their work shown, sold and promoted. I have been organizing art and fashion shows in the upstate for many years now. I feel most blessed to have shared these experiences with everyone and feel good about everything that has been accomplished up to this point. I will continue this mission as long as I still breath.
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diggin' the old school [portishead], as i've been reppin the new for awhile on my page. how're things man? when do you leave for LA? i'm departing the first week of sept.
"All art is a kind of confession, more or less oblique. All artists, if they are to survive, are forced, at last, to tell the whole story; to vomit the anguish up." -James Baldwin x0x0 ****Brooke***
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I work in FINE ARTS. I am currently taking and making offers to create original modern abstract paintings. I have been a painter my entire lifetime. Please take a moment and observe the work. I am open to having discussions about my work or others work. Feel free to contact me about the purchase of paintings or t-shirts.
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