Author: Drew

12 Dec 47 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – MINDS EYE

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #47 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 3 left to go!

TITLE: MIND’S EYE

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

What if we got it all wrong? What if this biological organism we know as our bodies isn’t really us; what if it’s just a vessel; but our mind’s eye is like a spaceship; actually from somewhere else.

Maybe what we are seeing and creating is like a video game and our bodies are the ‪avatar.

If you knew that this life is just an experience, how would it be different for you?

If you knew that the REAL you is at the controls somewhere, and that maybe the real you is choosing these experiences for you, how would that change the way you see things in your life?

This Paint Study is available. To add it to your collection, please text or call 949-678-8133.

One of my goals with this series is to make original art affordable for those who want it. If interested in adding tomorrow’s to your collection, please email info@drewbrophy.com or text or call 949-678-8133 asap!

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

10 Dec 46 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – LIVING ON THE BEACH (At Pipeline)

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #46 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 4 left to go!

TITLE: LIVING ON THE BEACH

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

Back when I lived on the North Shore of Hawaii, I was trying to make it as an artist.

Sometimes I couldn’t even afford a bus ride; times were tough.

But it was great living at Pipeline, surfing that break whenever it was good. I remember thinking that if times ever got too bad, it wouldn’t matter, because I could just live on the beach, shower at the beach park, and surf every day.

This painting study is ~~available~~ – SOLD to Hugh, in Philly, PA!

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

09 Dec 45 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – BANZAI PIPELINE, GREATEST SHOW ON SURF

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #45 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 6 left to go!

TITLE: BANZAI PIPELINE, GREATEST SHOW ON SURF

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

This time of year, each year, they hold the Pipeline Masters Surf Contest on the North Shore of Oahu.

Pipeline is one of my favorite waves to surf. I used to live right in front of the break and surfed it every day.

It’s a critical wave, super dangerous, but so perfect. And as a spectator, it’s the best show on surf.

This painting study is ~~available~~ – SOLD to Aaron of Salem, OR. It’s his first original piece of my work.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

08 Dec 44 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – THE MORNING STAR AND THE WISE ONES

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #44 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 6 left to go!

TITLE: MORNING STAR AND THE WISE ONES

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

It is said that the wise ones knew to follow the light, in search of the new King.

This painting study is ~~available~~ – SOLD to Scott S. in Raleigh, NC. He bought it for his little son.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

08 Dec 43 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – JAWS (The Surf Spot)

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #43 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 8 left to go!

TITLE: JAWS (The Surf Spot)

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

I spent all day Sunday watching the Big Wave Jaws contest. Many of my friends were surfing in the event. Jaws is a place I’ve always wanted to surf.

Jaws is in Maui and it’s a heaving right tube that gets well over forty feet.

Yesterday they really pushed the limits of big wave surfing, once again. Guys were paddling into some of the biggest waves ever paddled into. It was exciting to watch.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Scott A of NV, a collector of my work that knows a good wave when he sees it.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

07 Dec Limited Edition, signed and numbered art prints

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Prints are 8″ x 10″, beautifully printed on 9″x 12″ archival paper and shipped with a backing and a clear bag.

PRICE $40.00 each + shipping.

Choose from any of the 50 paint studies – see all of them here on the blog.

In the space above “Buy Now Button” indicate the name of the Paint Study image(s) you wish to buy (i.e. “San Clemente Sunrise” or “Full Moon Tubes” etc.)

Prints are shipped within one week of order (often within 2 days). Call 949-678-8133 with questions.

06 Dec 42 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – The Day Before the Swell

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #42 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 8 left to go!

TITLE: The Day Before the Swell

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

There’s a bunch of swells coming, lining up across the Pacific. I’m gathering all my surfboards and getting ready.

Now, the big waves are coming and El Nino begins.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Kathy O., a longtime collector of my work, from Virginia Beach, VA.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

06 Dec 41 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – WEST REEF in San Clemente

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #41 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 9 left to go!

TITLE: West Reef

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

West reef is about a half a mile off shore in San Clemente. It only breaks when there’s a giant swell.

I get so excited when I see the waves breaking out there. The long paddle out is always worth it.

The water is very clear and it’s like surfing over a giant aquarium; you get to see many different kinds of fish and sharks.

West Reef is also one of the rare spots you get to surf alone.

Now, the big waves are coming and El Nino begins!

This painting study is available – SOLD to Scott A. from Henderson, NV, a collector of my art who owns many pieces. Stoked!.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

05 Dec 40 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – The Wrath of El Niño

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #40 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 10 left to go!

TITLE: The Wrath of El Niño

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

I was inspired to paint this after seeing the swell forecast for this week. The Northern Pacific ocean is about to turn into a monster.

Huge waves are coming.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Tony from San Diego.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

03 Dec 39 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – TAHITIAN REEF HUT

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FOR 50 DAYS, I’M CREATING 50 PAINT STUDIES that reflect 50 things that fascinate me.

This is #39 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series.

TITLE: TAHITIAN REEF HUT

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

When I was in Tahiti a couple months ago, I paddled out to the contest scaffolding for the Billabong Pro, which sits on the reef right in front of the world famous surf break called Teahupoo.

How great would it be to live right there on the scaffolding? You could spearfish off the edge and then surf out front. If you needed something else you could paddle to shore, get on the bus and take it to town. At night you could listen to the waves break while staring at the stars. My dream life.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Tyler in PA.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

Life is Good –

Drew Brophy

Artist, illustrator, surfer

“It’s my job to make things look cool.”

Author: Drew

12 Dec 47 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – MINDS EYE

This is #47 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 3 left to go!

TITLE: MIND’S EYE

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

What if we got it all wrong? What if this biological organism we know as our bodies isn’t really us; what if it’s just a vessel; but our mind’s eye is like a spaceship; actually from somewhere else.

Maybe what we are seeing and creating is like a video game and our bodies are the ‪avatar.

If you knew that this life is just an experience, how would it be different for you?

If you knew that the REAL you is at the controls somewhere, and that maybe the real you is choosing these experiences for you, how would that change the way you see things in your life?

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

10 Dec 46 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – LIVING ON THE BEACH (At Pipeline)

This is #46 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 4 left to go!

TITLE: LIVING ON THE BEACH

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

Back when I lived on the North Shore of Hawaii, I was trying to make it as an artist.

Sometimes I couldn’t even afford a bus ride; times were tough.

But it was great living at Pipeline, surfing that break whenever it was good. I remember thinking that if times ever got too bad, it wouldn’t matter, because I could just live on the beach, shower at the beach park, and surf every day.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

09 Dec 45 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – BANZAI PIPELINE, GREATEST SHOW ON SURF

This is #45 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 6 left to go!

TITLE: BANZAI PIPELINE, GREATEST SHOW ON SURF

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

This time of year, each year, they hold the Pipeline Masters Surf Contest on the North Shore of Oahu.

Pipeline is one of my favorite waves to surf. I used to live right in front of the break and surfed it every day.

It’s a critical wave, super dangerous, but so perfect. And as a spectator, it’s the best show on surf.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

08 Dec 44 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – THE MORNING STAR AND THE WISE ONES

This is #44 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 6 left to go!

TITLE: MORNING STAR AND THE WISE ONES

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

It is said that the wise ones knew to follow the light, in search of the new King.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

08 Dec 43 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – JAWS (The Surf Spot)

This is #43 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 8 left to go!

TITLE: JAWS (The Surf Spot)

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

I spent all day Sunday watching the Big Wave Jaws contest. Many of my friends were surfing in the event. Jaws is a place I’ve always wanted to surf.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Scott A of NV, a collector of my work that knows a good wave when he sees it.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

07 Dec Limited Edition, signed and numbered art prints

LIMITED EDITION ART PRINTS – Only 20 will ever be made of each image! Each one Signed and Numbered by Drew.

Prints are 8″ x 10″, beautifully printed on 9″x 12″ archival paper and shipped with a backing and a clear bag.

PRICE $40.00 each + shipping.

Choose from any of the 50 paint studies – see all of them here on the blog.

In the space above “Buy Now Button” indicate the name of the Paint Study image(s) you wish to buy (i.e. “San Clemente Sunrise” or “Full Moon Tubes” etc.)

06 Dec 42 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – The Day Before the Swell

This is #42 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 8 left to go!

TITLE: The Day Before the Swell

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

There’s a bunch of swells coming, lining up across the Pacific. I’m gathering all my surfboards and getting ready.

Now, the big waves are coming and El Nino begins.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Kathy O., a longtime collector of my work, from Virginia Beach, VA.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

06 Dec 41 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – WEST REEF in San Clemente

This is #41 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 9 left to go!

TITLE: West Reef

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

West reef is about a half a mile off shore in San Clemente. It only breaks when there’s a giant swell.

I get so excited when I see the waves breaking out there. The long paddle out is always worth it.

The water is very clear and it’s like surfing over a giant aquarium; you get to see many different kinds of fish and sharks.

West Reef is also one of the rare spots you get to surf alone.

Now, the big waves are coming and El Nino begins!

This painting study is available – SOLD to Scott A. from Henderson, NV, a collector of my art who owns many pieces. Stoked!.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

05 Dec 40 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – The Wrath of El Niño

This is #40 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series. Only 10 left to go!

TITLE: The Wrath of El Niño

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

I was inspired to paint this after seeing the swell forecast for this week. The Northern Pacific ocean is about to turn into a monster.

Huge waves are coming.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Tony from San Diego.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!

03 Dec 39 of 50 Paint Studies in 50 Days – TAHITIAN REEF HUT

This is #39 of 50 in the #50Paintings Paint Studies series.

TITLE: TAHITIAN REEF HUT

SIZE: 11″x 14″ paint pen on Fredrix Pro Archival Canvas Board.

When I was in Tahiti a couple months ago, I paddled out to the contest scaffolding for the Billabong Pro, which sits on the reef right in front of the world famous surf break called Teahupoo.

How great would it be to live right there on the scaffolding? You could spearfish off the edge and then surf out front. If you needed something else you could paddle to shore, get on the bus and take it to town. At night you could listen to the waves break while staring at the stars. My dream life.

This painting study is available – SOLD to Tyler in PA.

I hope you enjoy this series. Thanks for reading!