What can I say, if you are a local Oakland artist or sculptor, or if you have been to burning man in the last 10 years, you know about or have probably seen the frighteningly talented works of this local art collective. I was fortunate to be at burning man in ’07 and ‘09 to see both the Steampunk Treehouse and the Raygun Gothic Rocketship, in all their glory. But really, the beauty of the work that 5TC creates is transportive. It feels like you have walked through a portal an

It's been a while since I have sent out a newsletter and I'm doing this a little different. In the past, I've been secretive, almost protective about my inspirations, heroes and mentors. I’m finally in a place where I’m like, “why?” So, I’m starting out by sharing one of my favorites, who you might think is unexpected, but has shown me so much and has opened my eyes to all kinds of artists, new inspirations, ways of pushing myself and being an artist in my own unique way. Pau