Wicked Horror inspired sceen print pumps and boots

As you all know I have always been the artistic type. I love to sketch and draw and take photographs. Most of my influences have been slightly on the macabre side, so even though I walk among the professionals I have a dark side. I love H.R. Giger, Frank Frazetta, Edgar Allen Poe, etc...

I also have been buying and selling online for the better part of 11 years. I have dabbled in quite a few different markets and niches, but have always come back to what is visually appealing to me. 80's Metal, punk and industrial. That is why I gravitate towards the darker things.

Here I have a line of Zombie shoes and boots that I think are just fantastic. Reminds me of the work of Ed "Big Daddy" Roth. Made from high gloss PUmaterial and featuring some really freaky horror/zombie themed screen prints, these shoes and boots will fit into anyone who loves to show off their macabre, zombie and/or horror side.

From Ed Roth to H.R. Giger to Rob Zombie these will impress everyone in the scene. All come with a 4 1/2" heel, several in the classic Mary Jane style and some with buckles and laces. There should be something for anyone. Enjoy and let me know what you think.

Thinking about Photography

I have always been an amateur photographer, so I have been thinking lately about trying to get some of my photos either published or trying my luck at a community garage sale or arts and craft show. So, I browse through iPhoto and I am so critical of my own work that I do not see what my friends and family see.

I am told often that my photos are good and would probably sell. I just don't see it. Also, most of my photos are from vacations and activities that I like and not what I consider artistic in thought. And what I mean by that is , I do not or did not frame the photographs with and artistic perspective, but more of a visitors perspective to capture a memory. So, why would anyone want a visitor's perspective of sightseeing attractions?

Maybe the old cliche that you are your own worst critic actually has some fact behind it.

I need to get out and take more photos of subjects that are not just memories and bring a little more artistic eye into my framing. See if I can find some subjects that are going to be better suited for Black & White prints.

I think I am going to get a few select prints made up and try to have some local business display them to sell and offer the store owner a commission on any they sell. I guess it really can't hurt anything.

In the meantime here is one photo that I have tried for a long time to achieve, getting a shot of a lightning bolt. This was taken from my front yard with an old Sony F707 digital camera. It has been photo-shopped a to clear up some of the contrast, but I do like it.

Edgar Allen Poe Pendants

I have always been an amateur artist, I love sketching and painting and I definitely do not participate in the activity enough. I spent a large majority of my time in high school in the various art studios. Drawing and painting, photography, jewelry, sculpting and any other art class that was offered.

Growing up in the late 70s and throughout the 80s, I was a child of comic books, Saturday cartoons and the video arcades. I was influenced early in life by a friend of the family who was an avid Alice Cooper fan, so I began my journey into Hard  Rock, Heavy Metal and 80s hair bands. However my favorites were Molly Hatchet, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest and eventually Metallica.

I loved the album art and this had a direct influence on my dark/macabre side. I love Poe, Frazetta ad the likes of Giger.

So come my leaning towards the shades of black and interest in bikers, gothic and metal culture. Here are three great gothic necklace that are in direct line with my interests. Commemorating 200 years of the master of the macabre Edgar Allan Poe (1809 ~ 1849) tragic genius of poetry & prose, these pendants pull quite a few elements together.

3 No Nonsense Biker Half Helmets

So I've been riding motorcycles for more then 25 years. I have always worn a full face helmet as I tended to ride sport type bikes, but not not full blown racers. I was very comfortable wearing full face helmet and did not really understand why so many people were upset that they were required to wear helmets, until I purchased my custom street stock American Ironhorse and started wearing a half helmet.

I am now a little older and a little wiser and I pay attention to things like personal freedoms, but this is not a political blog and I will fore go going deeper into the subject.

So without further ado, here are three really nice biker half helmets. They are all DOT approved. Two are simple black, one is wrap in a nice leather and the third with a very nice eagle graphic. The are all made by Outlaw and very affordable.

Steampunk Steel Toe Leather Knee Boot

From the streets of Berlin to the basement of CBGB's these wicked looking steampunk steel toe knee height boots will fit right in. With their leather uppers and shafts to the vibram like soles and quality construction you can expect many years of use from these quality boots.

Well equipped with steel toes and welted stitching you can really takes these to town. Coupled with the steel plates that run up the front of the shaft and the 7 straps adorned with classic steampunk bronze like buckles you will gain the admirations of all on-lookers.

Available in mens sizes from 4 to 14, there is a size for almost anyone interested. Also, available in either black leather or bonze leather, there is a punk combat boot to fit everyone's wardrobe.

These are serious ass-kicking boots that portray a very deep attitude. One look and you see the difference these combat boots can make.

Hear No, See No, Speak No Evil Belt Buckle

A great new design from Alchemy of England. This solid hand cast Gothic belt buckle will catch the eye of many counter culture folks, including gothics, steampunk, heavy metal, death metal, cyber punk and punk alike.

In the tradition of the great designers of Gothic 1977, the skulls are finely detailed, each with it's particular sense blocked by the ghoulishly fine skeletal hands of its owner.

Finished with some detailing in the background and latin inscriptions on each skull. With the moto "NO EVIL" clearly displayed right in the middle of the macabre scene.

Alchemy Gothic Buckles are all cast in solid English pewter, and are designed to be snapped onto standard 1½ " (37mm) belt straps.

Demonia Stempunk 4" Knee Height Boot

From the premier manufacturer of alternative footwear Demonia, comes the CRYPTO-302. A wickedly designed ladies Steampunk Knee height boot.

This boot features a 4" blocked heel with a mini-platform sole. The heel and toe cap are contrasted by a shaft of a different material and the lace up fronts are accented by clever bronze-like eyelets. Wit the final detail the wrap around upper shaft, decorated by bronze-like Demonia logo'd buckles, steampunk emblems and grommets.