Rodney White

Check out the texture in artist Rodney White's paintings. His work is so graphic, raw, and distressed. It's such a contrast to the optimistic messages in his pieces, especially in these examples below.

Possibilities--Imagine Yourself

#2 (So Be It)

Drink

Doesn't this image above remind you of old Coke ads?  Inspired by vintage advertisements, Mr. White says this about his work:

When I was a student of visual communications, I began to see the power that commercial advertising messages could wield. Instead of selling products, I decided to use the medium to offer a more beneficial gift to the viewers, themselves.

Perfection Leaves

"B"

This one feels perfect for all of us DIYers out there!

Aren't You Crafty

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first five images via Artaissance

last image via rodneywhite.com/shop