Portrait of Peter Dinklage by Peter Breese, 2013

Portrait of Peter Dinklage by Peter Breese, 2013. 22x30" ink and gouache. Many people know Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister in HBO's Game of Thrones, and why not... he's rocking that role. For me, however, The Station Agent (2003) was my first intro to his work and I've been a fan since - great to finally take a moment to honor him in ink and paint.

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I'm not as active on Blogger as I once was.  I may still post here from time to time, but I really need to consolidate my social media presence.  So, I'd love to see you on my Twitter - I also keep an inspiration blog on Tumblr (occasionally share art there as well).

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Breese + Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

A wonderful and truly unique experience - easily one of the best of my young career!  A huge thank you to everyone involved!!

NEW YEAR'S EVE 2012

Happy New Year!!  You put a lot into 2012, so celebrate what was and is, then dream of what will be! Thanks for your support and I'll look forward to seeing you next year.

You Failed Me

"You Failed Me" by Peter Breese, 2012.  Ink and gouache on paper. 

In the wake of the last thirteen years, the time since the Columbine High School shooting, I have struggled to restrain my emotions surrounding the incidence and relative acceptance of violence in our American society.  As a Coloradan and father of two young children, the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary was simply more than I could bear.  As an artist, I often find myself reflecting on the Mother of Exiles and how she might feel in these moments - a mixed sense of fury and sorrow to match my own.  

We can be better.  We must be better.  For the future of this country and the well-being of our children - a safer and brighter liberty for all Americans.