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Balloons in BOLD

Bold and dramatic sculptures and illustration art using balloons. Message for commissions and other inquiries.

12/31/2025

What an intense year it's been! I've put so much effort into each and every project. Even now, I type this through blind spots in my vision as my body demands I slow down. Thankfully the holiday crunch period is over, and I can sit back and spend the next two months writing scripts and editing videos.

This year I decided to pursue a multi-faceted approach to my art, with each project being an opportunity for exhibition, photography, and video essay. A turning point where being an artist also means being an educator and activist.

These endeavors aren't motivated by financial gain, and balancing both outside work and the balloon art has been made so much easier with the support I've received from those of you who believe in my vision. Patreon link down below and thank you from the bottom of my heart to those who've already lent their support.

We've come a long way and this is just the beginning. It may take some time, but I've got many exciting things in the works I can't wait to share with you all. Have a wonderful new year, keep fighting, and stay safe.

12/11/2025

The black-bagged prisoner. An image seared into the collective consciousness of many growing up during the Iraq war. The torture victims at CIA black-sites became an emblem for the soulless cruelty and hypocrisy of a nation posturing as a champion for democracy and civil rights. It’s been said many times before, that the colonial tactics of dehumanization pioneered and refined abroad will eventually manifest in a police state back at home.

Fascist thugs terrorize our communities with guns and tear gas, with seeming impunity. The rights set out in the constitution meant to protect us from exactly such despotic abuses are collapsing like wet cardboard. The judicial system is compromised. The house and senate are feckless.

But while national leaders continue to evade accountability, there is hope. With a united voice, we have the power to affect change at a city and county level. ICE relies on cooperation from local departments to operate efficiently. We can call out our local representatives for their complacency or complicit engagement with forces threatening our rights to due process.

I’ll be attending Houston’s city hall again on December 16th to stand up for the humanity of my fellow neighbors and the rights we share together. Please join me here or at your local town hall to demand an end to collaboration with ICE. More info in the comments.

10/09/2025

"A Struggle In Secret"
This is the first painting as part of my Samson series. I initially intended only to paint a serviceable background on which to photograph its accompanying balloon sculpture, but as I began to lay down each layer, the painting demanded more and more of me.

The scale of 6x7ft is effective in enveloping the viewer when up close. I wanted to feel like you could fall into the void, and there remain trapped. Surrounding the painted section is a collage, built up from ancient biblical text replicas, through King James pages, covered by cult material from the generation before me, and at the surface, the propaganda that instructed my worldview growing up.

This piece took well over a year to finish. It was a vehicle to reconcile with my past and the unique journey that brought me to where I am today. The full artist statement can be found in the link in the comments.

I set the bar high with this first part in the series and far exceeded it with the second part. Its intimidating to work at such scale while trying to meet the standard previously set. Its been over a year since I've last painted, but the final piece is slowly coming together in my mind.

09/19/2025

The beer can house installation is in its final stages. An opening reception is scheduled for 7:30pm tonight.

09/14/2025

Today, accordions. Tomorrow, balloons.

The Beer Can House balloon build starts at noon. All volunteers welcome. It's not a big space; ironically I think creating the forest scene in here is gonna make it feel bigger.

Address is 222 Malone St, Houston, TX 77007

DM me if you need more info.

Coordination group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/1815378002687480/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

09/02/2025

Can we ever rebuild from the ashes?

08/28/2025

7:00pm tomorrow at 8th Wonder Brewery. This installation is up for one weekend only so don't miss it!

07/09/2025

My first full length balloon build video is available to watch now on Youtube! Please like, subscribe, and share so as to not miss future videos and help out with an algorithm boost. Link in the comments. Hope you all enjoy :)

06/27/2025

My first full project build video is live! You can join my patreon at the link in the comments to see it early and help support more art like this in the future.

This is a 20 minute labor of love that sets the bar for the content I make going forward. It's got something for everyone. Balloon tips, timelapse eye candy, moody monologues, and more.

05/10/2025

“Ode to a Falling Star” is a transient balloon installation by that serves as a lament for America’s descent into fascism, capturing the pivotal moment before catastrophe. A naked figure embraces the voice of wrath as she is cast from heaven, plummeting towards a bleak and desolate future. Suspended around them drift the indifferent and the distracted, simultaneously imp and cherub, playing a farcical lullaby for the damned.

“Inflation” a group show of balloon-based works on view at until June 1st

253 Church St NY, NY 10013
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Wednesday - Friday, 1pm - 7pm
Saturday, Sunday, 12pm - 7pm

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+18326779199

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http://balloonsinbold.com/

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