Trout Illustration

Another Trout illustration I've just created from a recent catch photo. I redrew it (traced photo) in Adobe Illustrator. From the huge Brown Trout out of my favorite trout stream. This fish image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from millions of other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to see my iStock Profile page and click on 'View Portfolio' to find this image (also searchable as file no. 9291334). I am GildedCage, Enjoy!

Beyond Coastal Sunscreen

Looking for a great sunscreen with natural ingredients? All of Beyond Coastal’s sunscreen and lip balm formulas offer broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Not only do they protect against UVA and UVB rays, each formula contains natural anti-oxidants to fight UV free radicals, which contribute to skin aging and skin cancer.

Jumping Trout Illustration

Another Trout illustration I've just created from a brand new sketch. I scanned the drawing and recreated this vector drawing of it in Adobe Illustrator. My son recently caught his first fish ever, a huge Brown Trout out of my favorite trout stream. It was so fun for him to catch it, and fun for me to be there helping him along. This fish was drawn from the photos of his 22" trout. This fish image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from millions of other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to see my iStock Profile page and click on 'View Portfolio' to find this image (also searchable as file no. 9089297). I am GildedCage, Enjoy!

Welcome to Nevada Sign

The above image, "Welcome to Nevada Sign" is a small sample of the vector version I created this week. I have it in either editable vector .AI file or high-res Jpeg image. Interested in obtaining a copy—just leave a comment on this post and I'll get back to you right away.

Vintage Adidias ADI Shoes

Click on >> THIS LINK to see the eBay listing for these amazing size 11 US Adidas ADI Blue athletic shoes. These Babies don't come around often! The Auction closes on 5.March.09 at 6:10 PM EST on the second, don't delay.
Here is the eBay description: "This auction is for a great pair of Adidas 'ADI' Athletic inspired multi colored/ Blue shoes. These shoes have been worn twice, I would almost rate them at 100% except you can tell they have been worn outside as you can see on the sole although the sole itself is not worn down at all the sole is still at 100%. Truly a great pair of shoes. LOOK at the photos for exact condition. I take pride in my description and photo accuracy so bid with confidence. Smoke/Animal free CLEAN House!!!"

Apple Beer

The tastiest beverage made in the States. Fortunately I don't have to worry about apple beer's distribution outside of Utah, as I'm lucky enough to work in the same city as their headquarters. We recently discovered at a local Costco the 24-bottle case for $15.99! That is $0.66/12oz. bottle. A great price for a superb U.S. carbonated soda—though I still like Berliner Fassbrause a bit better.

Star Wars Lego: X-wing Fighter 6212

I thought this was a discontinued Lego Star Wars set of the X-wing Fighter 6212, but browsing in Toys-R-Us the other day I saw a stack of them for $59.99. This set comes with Luke, Han Solo, Leia and three other mini figures. If you click the images above, the www.Lego.com site is selling them for $49.99/ea and they offer free shipping for orders over $99. We already have one of this set (my boys will go crazy when they open it) and I'm fighting the urge to get another from Lego.com right now. Since I'm resisting I'll post the deal online now for any others who may be interested. Enjoy!

gearpipeline.com

Gearpipeline is the newly launched outdoor gear site which offers a wide selection of great outdoor accessories. Available is the full line of CHUMS eyewear retainers, which will help you hang on to your shades in any situation. Beyond Coastal Sun Care offers the highest performance outdoor sunscreen known to any lover of the outdoors. Surfers, kayakers, skiers, cyclers and others agree there is no better sun protection for outdoor performance. Also 'The BAND' watchbands are the highest performance outdoor watch band you can find today. Go check it out!

Bird Man

My kids have always liked me to draw for them, and somewhere down the line I began drawing "Birdmen"—a bird with a man’s head or a man with a bird’s head. Frequently now when we get a chance to draw together they always request, “Dad draw me a bird man!” It has become quite a funny series over the years, but rarely more than a quick sketch to hand off to them for coloring. Lately my wife has suggested it might be fun to spend some real time to draw some more detailed ones, so here are a couple of my first for a quick peek: