The Creative Portfolio of Allison Torneros

Performing at Jazz Reggae Fest

allison — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:06:39 +0000

And no, not as a music act.

I’ll be back at my alma mater, UCLA, to paint some live art at the annual Jazz Reggae Fest this Memorial Day Weekend, May 27th and 28th. Watch this space for schedule information. Then stop by to say hello.

For information about Jazz Reggae Fest, visit http://www.jazzreggaefest.com

Time-Based Original Art Sale

allison — Sat, 12 May 2012 01:03:34 +0000

Art is something to be shared with everyone–it does not just belong to the elite that can afford it.

I’ve been told time and time again that I need to price my work higher, but this is always something I’ve struggled with because art, to me, isn’t about the money; I do this because I’m helplessly passionate. And if I’m so lucky to have other people that are just as interested in my work, who am I to not share it with them because their wallets aren’t fat enough?

And too many times have I received the email, “I would totally buy an original but right now I can only afford a print.” With that said, I’m doing something a little, well, ridiculous. I’m going to sell my originals for the price of a print. What?! Let me explain.

I’ll be having an online art show between June 1st-June 8th to kick off the re-launch of my new online shop. I will be selling 30 brand new original pieces for $80 each + shipping, for one week only. After that one week, any remaining pieces will be listed in the store at their original retail price of $200. Each original piece is a one-of-a-kind, 8″x8″ hand-painted mixed media on heavy bristol paper.

Mark your calendars for June 1st and stay tuned for any updates!

Allison

Video: Time Lapse of my new piece ‘Endangered Species’

allison — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 22:16:28 +0000

Last week I finished a commissioned artwork, which I titled ‘Endangered Species’. Unfortunately I don’t have footage of me creating the background, so the video shows me painting the foreground only. For this painting I used my usual media: house paint, spray paint, acrylic, and marker. Music by the homies, Falcons–check out their soundcloud. Click ‘Read More’ to see the video.

The finished piece:

April 28, 2012 – Art For Awareness Art Auction

allison — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:30:57 +0000

My piece ‘Shark Weak’ will be up for auction at the OAC Art for Awareness event this weekend in Pomona. ‘Read’ more for flyer and details!

My piece in the show:

June 23, 2012 – Super Hero Show at Hold Up Art

allison — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:26:56 +0000

I will be a part of a superhero-themed show at Hold Up Art Gallery in Los Angeles. Check this space later for flyer and details!

July 12 – Dude, Monsters! Show

allison — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:39:06 +0000

Dude, Monsters! will be a group show held on July 12 at Think Tank Gallery in Los Angeles. Check this space later for flyer and details.

Photos: Hive Gallery’s 7 Year Anniversary

allison — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:47:13 +0000

A couple photos from my feature at the Hive Gallery this past weekend.

Hive Gallery Ad in Juxtapoz

allison — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:44:24 +0000

Mine and Mimi Yoon’s work appear in the Hive Gallery 7th Anniversary Show ad in Juxtapoz Magazine.

Players Magazine Feature (Italy)

allison — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:38:13 +0000

Italy’s Players Magazine featured me for a short article. View the spread after the jump.

A Woman Who

allison — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 22:47:50 +0000

Matt Maniego featured me in his project for A Woman Who.

View the entire project here: http://www.awomanwho.com