The Art & Dysfunction of Olga Noes

Do you take or have you taken life drawing classes before? If so, how much does your style vary in comparison to the work you do at home/ from reference?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:50:20 -0400

I’ve not ever taken life drawing classes.

I always see your art on my dash and I think it's fantastic. What's your story, like how you got started? I'm struggling with the idea of pursuing art professionally and from all the posts and your talent, I'm wondering are you able to make a living solely on art? Or a substantial part of your income? Do you have any tips or advice or a beginner? I'm afraid I don't have it in me to be professional. I'd love some help!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:46:36 -0400

I’ve worn a lot of hats professionally in my 30 years, and I will say being an artist is absolutely the most difficult profession I’ve ever undertaken. I live solely off my artwork. I have enough money to pay my bills, and that’s pretty much it. It’s very difficult. I pretty much work, in some capacity, from the time I’m awake until I go to sleep. It’s a really fun job, but it’s also all consuming. You must be on call at all times, and if you’re not you’ll easily miss opportunities.

Summer sale!! Three from this series still available for 50%...

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:14:31 -0400

Summer sale!! Three from this series still available for 50% off! And, as always, payment plans available on all items regardless of price! Browse everything here:

http://olganoes.bigcartel.com/

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“Pretty in Pink” 2013. Original watercolor and...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:53:22 -0400

“Pretty in Pink” 2013. Original watercolor and glitter painting on Canson paper. 9x12 inches. Signed.

Original available here: http://olganoes.bigcartel.com/product/pretty-in-pink

Prints here: http://society6.com/heatherson/Pretty-in-Pink-e8C_Print

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Weirdy weirdness.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:09:33 -0400

Weirdy weirdness.

Yes, I did bring out the glitter. :3

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:33:33 -0400

Yes, I did bring out the glitter. :3

Tiny details.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:18:16 -0400

Tiny details.

I’m having a bit of a manic episode tonight. It’s...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:47:28 -0400

I’m having a bit of a manic episode tonight. It’s nice.

Inky doodle.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:30:22 -0400

Inky doodle.

Needs more cowbell, I think.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:06:26 -0400

Needs more cowbell, I think.

I mean, why not?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:51:51 -0400

I mean, why not?

Doodlez.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:44:21 -0400

Doodlez.

Selling some of my very first (and favorite) drawings! Message...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:33:21 -0400

Selling some of my very first (and favorite) drawings! Message me for info: olganoes@gmail.com Graphite on paper. 8.5x11 inches. 2009.

I have time for commissions now!!! Gift or self-indulgence,...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:38:31 -0400

I have time for commissions now!!! Gift or self-indulgence, custom artwork’s always a good idea! Message me to get started! olganoes@gmail.com #arts #art #artwork #artist #tattooart #tattoos #surreal #lowbrow #artoninstagram #zodiac #astrology #olganoes #ink #prismacolor #drawing #portrait #paint #painting #pinup #newbrow #watercolor #instaart #artistsoninstagram #portraits #popsurrealism #urban #urbanart #originalart #customartwork

“Take Me to Your Leader” #Skateboardart #skatedeck...

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:35:07 -0400

“Take Me to Your Leader”

#Skateboardart #skatedeck #skater #skatelife #skateart #morbid #tattoo #tattooart #tattoos #arts #art #artwork #artist #UFO #spaceship #spacecraft #lowbrow #alien #aliens #socalart #olganoes #portrait #portraits #popsurrealism #urban #urbanart #originalart #abduction

Place your bid here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/140997801172?...

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:32:30 -0400

Place your bid here:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/140997801172? ssPageName=STRK: MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

Original watercolor, ink and color pencil painting. 9x12 inches. 2012. Signed.

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All you East Tennesseans! I’ll be at The Birdhouse Walk-In...

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:17:15 -0400

All you East Tennesseans! I’ll be at The Birdhouse Walk-In Theater’s Block Party this Friday, June 21st! A lot of great artists will have movie-inspired work available for purchase! I’m including five pieces myself, so stop by, grab a beer, enjoy the party and get yo’ art on!

800 N. 4th Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917 is the place to be at 7 pm to 1 am! See you there!!!

#arts #art #artwork #artist #zombie #zombies #romero #tarantino #knoxville #tn #maryville #alcoa #surrealism #lowbrow #artoninstagram #olganoes #ink #prismacolor #draw #drawing #portrait #paint #painting #newbrow #watercolor #instaart #artistsoninstagram #portraits #popsurrealism #urban #urbanart #originalart #blockparty

Wooo hoooo! If you didn’t get a chance to see the...

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 18:17:23 -0400

Wooo hoooo! If you didn’t get a chance to see the #SleepWithTheFishes show at #RothickArtHaus last month in #Anaheim, fear not! In #August all the awesome heads north to #Seattle! YAY!

#Prismacolor posted my drawing on their Facebook page today, but...

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:34:33 -0400

#Prismacolor posted my drawing on their Facebook page today, but didn’t know it was mine, writing “Source: Unknown”. #CharlieBrownSadMusic #JustMyLuck

Juuuuuust a few thousand more details to completion....

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:45:56 -0400

Juuuuuust a few thousand more details to completion. #FridayNightArtDorks #splendordevice #LisaFrank