2012, autoportrait series...
DF
11.30.2011
11.23.2011
'Urban Matters' at The Brick Lane Gallery, London
Opening Night: Wednesday, November 23, 2011
with Gem Archer (guitarist, songwriter, Beady Eye & Oasis), Coatsey (guitar tech, Snow Patrol) & Ooblo33 (lead guitarist, The Hippy Mafia) 
during an interview for the gallery
I have to salute my whole uk fams for representing lovely. It was an amazingly memorable night for me. Blessings to all for the support. Much respect goes out to those at The Brick Lane Gallery for inviting me to participate in this event. We had a full house and a great time. Blessings.
DF
I have to salute my whole uk fams for representing lovely. It was an amazingly memorable night for me. Blessings to all for the support. Much respect goes out to those at The Brick Lane Gallery for inviting me to participate in this event. We had a full house and a great time. Blessings.DF
11.20.2011
My first group show in the UK is titled "Urban Matters" at London's The Brick Lane Gallery and runs from November 24 to December 4 (please see flyer below for more details). The opening is this Wednesday, Nov 23, 6p - 8:30p. I will be in attendance and am proud to be part of this incredible exhibition of work.
DF
DF
11.17.2011
The Hippy Mafia: UK Tour with Beady Eye
Brixton o2 Academy, London
The Hippy Mafia...'Flowerpunk'
Beady Eye
...with Andy & Geoff of Beady Eye backstage...
...with Liam Gallagher of Beady Eye
Let it be said that the gents of Beady Eye and Pretty Green are all top fkn geezers. Much respect to them all for their hospitality on this tour. Their words and actions have been so greatly appreciated by us. I also want to thank our crew, Slay, for all of his hard work on the sets, Bernard for getting us to and fro safely and Doctor Kahuna for the behind the scenes work. The team is blessed to have you guys onboard. Blessings to all that came out and supported. One Love.
DF
11.16.2011
The Hippy Mafia on Tour
Backstage in Sheffield
The incomparable Gaz Whelan on the kit, stylish as always
Birmingham getting rocked!!
Swindon Stand Up!
I've got nothing but love for all the people that have stopped to say 'hello', purchased a cd, took a picture, etc. you're love has been well appreciated. And yes, we will be back soon! major things are in the works for the band and I feel blessed to be a part of it all.
DF
11.13.2011
11.08.2011
The Hippy Mafia in the UK
We are currently in Manchester preparing for our first UK tour supporting non other than Beady Eye. Good times and vibes thus far. The tunes are sounding mint and we're looking forward to starting things off with the band's official return to Manchester Thursday night at The Factory. We'll be in Blackpool the following night at The Empress Ballroom and Sheffield Saturday night at 02 Academy. Check other dates at www.thehippymafia.com
Big respect to the press around the UK and Europe that have been supporting the band like Rolling Stone Germany, who published this article in their November 2011 issue...
DF
11.04.2011
Peace, I'm not normally the type to blog about fashion, etc. but I realize it has always played a part in my artistic approach to life and I completely enjoy it. I've been asked as to why I don't post about it and decided I will start with a few recommendations as I delve into design a bit more. Starting here...
Last year I was introduced to bespoke by some DVYNEART clients who grew to be good friends. They warned that once you start you don't go back and I'm feeling them on that one. Custom design and tailoring is the way to go. In the spirit of such, I was able to secure the first custom beaded bracelet for a client by Esency, a clothing and accessories company that is based in Toronto. The results are below, a one off, my black bracelet with a single white bead representing the usage of light and shadow in my artwork. You'll definitely see me rockin' this and reppin local talent.
Peace to Sheldon and the crew for putting this together for me and Bruce down at Proper Reserve for the intro. Good looking out fellers. Toronto represent!
More big things in the art x fashion front to come soon.
DF
Last year I was introduced to bespoke by some DVYNEART clients who grew to be good friends. They warned that once you start you don't go back and I'm feeling them on that one. Custom design and tailoring is the way to go. In the spirit of such, I was able to secure the first custom beaded bracelet for a client by Esency, a clothing and accessories company that is based in Toronto. The results are below, a one off, my black bracelet with a single white bead representing the usage of light and shadow in my artwork. You'll definitely see me rockin' this and reppin local talent.
Peace to Sheldon and the crew for putting this together for me and Bruce down at Proper Reserve for the intro. Good looking out fellers. Toronto represent!More big things in the art x fashion front to come soon.
DF
10.03.2011
NUIT BLANCHE 2011
DVYNEART @ The Parkdale Drink
It was my third year doing this event in Parkdale and I must say it was a good one. We stepped up the promotion, word of mouth and style in 2011. Big shout out to my DVYNEART team, GDSN Music and the staff at the 'Drink. The party went on until 4am and I was able to complete my latest piece, 'KING Sardata' before a live audience of music and art enthusiasts.
I did this commissioned portrait of DJ TABs and surprised him with it for his birthday. Dude spun like a champ as per usual!
My finished piece from nuit blanche, painted live...KING SARDATA
See images of the event and process of this piece below....
DVYNEART @ The Parkdale Drink
It was my third year doing this event in Parkdale and I must say it was a good one. We stepped up the promotion, word of mouth and style in 2011. Big shout out to my DVYNEART team, GDSN Music and the staff at the 'Drink. The party went on until 4am and I was able to complete my latest piece, 'KING Sardata' before a live audience of music and art enthusiasts.
I did this commissioned portrait of DJ TABs and surprised him with it for his birthday. Dude spun like a champ as per usual!
My finished piece from nuit blanche, painted live...KING SARDATA
See images of the event and process of this piece below....DF
9.29.2011
DVYNEART x CHIVO
I spent the last 4 days collaborating with an extremely talented local artist by the name of Danny Rosales aka 'Chivo' http://www.taggedart.com/
I was asked to art direct a commission for Eva's Initiative's, a group of youth shelters in Toronto. Chivo was a great fit to pull off the work. Assisting and collaborating with him was an incredible experience. I hope that the art goes on to inspire the youth that come across it.
The first piece was a scroll with positive affirmations that more of us should live by.
The second was a commission to paint a tree, in which we incorporated a portrait of the founder of the shelters, Eva Smith, a tireless advocate for at risk youth in North York who happened to pass away before seeing her dream of a safe place for them come into fruition.
Below are some photos of our collab on this project...
Day 1...I never knew writing in a straight line by brush could be so difficult!
DF
I spent the last 4 days collaborating with an extremely talented local artist by the name of Danny Rosales aka 'Chivo' http://www.taggedart.com/
I was asked to art direct a commission for Eva's Initiative's, a group of youth shelters in Toronto. Chivo was a great fit to pull off the work. Assisting and collaborating with him was an incredible experience. I hope that the art goes on to inspire the youth that come across it.
The first piece was a scroll with positive affirmations that more of us should live by.
The second was a commission to paint a tree, in which we incorporated a portrait of the founder of the shelters, Eva Smith, a tireless advocate for at risk youth in North York who happened to pass away before seeing her dream of a safe place for them come into fruition.
Below are some photos of our collab on this project...
Day 1...I never knew writing in a straight line by brush could be so difficult!
DF
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