I am making a transition to digital art because my partner and I decided we wanted to travel the world together.
I tried traveling with my art supplies but it did not work well.
We have been traveling for almost three years now and I had no choice but to learn digital art. I started learning the digital medium a few months ago. I am currently using a tablet to create all of my art.
It was a frustrating transition for me but I feel like I finally got the hang of it.
More info: mjviajes.com
Frida's Flowers
This is my latest piece inspired by the Aztec god of art and my favorite artist.
This piece was created in Saigon, Vietnam.
"Frida's Flowers", Digital Art (2048x2048), 2017
Selfie Swirls
This is a self portrait.
This piece was completed in Saigon, Vietnam.
"Selfie Swirls", Digital Art (2048x2048), 2017
My Bilbs
This is a portrait of my amazing partner and the absolute love of my life.
This piece was created in Taipei, Taiwan.
"My Bilbs", Digital Art (2048x2048), 2017
Go's Fish(head)
This is a digital portrait of my good friend Go on the night he took my partner and I out for a beautiful dinner in Tokyo.
This piece was started in Tokyo and completed in Taipei, Taiwan.
Go's Fish(head), Digital Art (2048x2048), 2017
Mekong River, Vietnam
I have been to Vietnam several times. I usually stay there for three months at a time.
I took a day trip while staying Saigon to the Mekong River.
Penang, Malaysia
There is so much street art in Penang that you need a map to find it all.
This is one of my favorites.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Petronas Towers.
Sihanoukville, Cambodia.
Kbal Chhay waterfall in Sihanoukville, Cambodia.
Mt. Fuji, Japan
My partner and I climbed Mt. Fuji.
We climbed through the night so we can watch the sunrise.
Ayutthaya, Thailand
I am not sure how this sculpture of a Buddha head grew into the roots of this tree. I've seen images if this tree all over the web but it was amazing to see it in person.
Authentic Japanese ramen in Tokyo
One of my favorite thing to do other than creating art during my travels is eat. In Japan I love eating ramen. The broth is so good it would be a shame to waste it.
Bangkok, Thailand
Watching Thai kickboxing in Bangkok. This very talented fighter just won his match.
Blue Frida
This is a portrait of Frida Kahlo.
I completed this portrait in Bangkok, Thailand. I lived there for just over one year.
"Blue Frida", oil on gessobord (12x16), 2016
Mariano
This is a painting of my cousin Mario (or Mariano) and his dog, Domino.
This piece was done in Bangkok, Thailand.
"Mariano", acrylic on canvas panel (16x12), 2016
Theo's Donut
This is a portrait of my friend's son. It was completed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
"Theo's Donut", acrylic on canvas panel, (16x12), 2016
American Ladyboy
This is a portrait of Ms. Jinkx Monsoon, season 5 winner of Rupaul's Drag Race. She is my favorite winner from the show.
I completed this in Bangkok, Thailand where there are many drag quens/transgender people. The locals refer to them as ladyboys.
"American Ladyboy", oil on gessobord (12x16), 2016
Master Murakami
This is a portrait of Takashi Murakami a very well known artist.
This piece was completed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
"Master Murakami", acrylic on canvas panel (12x16), 2016
Rene's Party Hats
This is a portrait of my cousin celebrating the new year.
This piece was done in Phnom Penh, Cambodia .
"Rene's Party Hats", acrylic on canvas panel (12x16), 2017