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Interesado en comprar un poster de su Superhéroe favorito? por Martin M. Rocha

HAGA CLICK ARRIBA A LA DERECHA EN LA TIENDA DE “ONLINE”!! Dele a su hijo un poster de su superhéroe favorito!! Le cambiará su mundo!! Para nosotros los aficionados de las revistas de superhéroes, nuestros sueños se nos han hecho realidad. “Los Vengadoes” y “El Caballero Nocturno asciende” comprobaron que las películas de los Superhéroes son tan grandes como otras. En el mundo del arte tenemos una oferta fantástica y usted tiene la oportunidad de tener su propia copia de nuestra tienda de arte. Usted puede comprar un poster en copia fotostática por solamente $10.00. Si compra más de uno, se le garantiza uno extra gratis. Por ejemplo : Si usted compra uno de los “Vengadores” y uno del “Caballero Nocturno asciende” por $20.00 se le garantizará uno extra gratis. Hay mucha variedad en la tienda para escoger. Compre dos hoy!! Se lo garantizamos que estará satisfecho.

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Opriman el botón de Add y eligan cual poster extra desean gratis. RECUERDEN!! SOLAMENTE CON LA VENTA DE MAS DE UNO SE LE GARANTIZA UNO GRATIS!!

Si tiene preguntas, mándeme un email a martinmrochaart@gmail.com

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Interested in buying a Superhero Print for a great price? By Martin M. Rocha

CLICK ON THE TOP RIGHT FOR OUR ONLINE STORE!! Give your child a Superhero poster!! It will make a difference in their world!! For comic book fans our dreams finally came true. Avengers and Dark Knight Rises proved that Superhero films are a great genre. In the art world we have a fantastic deal and you have the opportunity to own a nice glossy photographic card stock print for only $10.00. Two of my best art work is now available. There is also an additional deal. If you buy more than one; you get an extra one for free. For example if you buy an Avengers print and a Dark Knight Rises print for $20.00 you get a third one for free. Check out all the prints available as there’s quite a variety to choose from. Buy two today!! You won’t be disappointed.

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Just make sure you go to Add when you are making your purchase where it reads “Add special instructions to the seller” as it is shown below. REMEMBER; YOU GET A FREE ONE WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE!!

If you have any questions email me at martinmrochaart@gmail.com


Interested in buying a Lincoln Print for president’s month? by Martin M. Rocha

CLICK ON THE TOP RIGHT FOR OUR ONLINE STORE!! Not quite Lincoln on my latest drawing, but the incredible job Daniel Day Lewis did as an actor portraying one of the most important figures in American History is incredible!! I was inspired to draw that portrait and was blown away by it. Why not own a print from my original drawing? For the classroom if you are a teacher like me or simply for those that appreciate historical figures in the art world!! He is definitely an icon and you may own a nice glossy photographic card stock print for only $10.00. There is also an additional deal. If you buy more than one; you get an extra one for free. For example if you buy a Lincoln print and a Marilyn Monroe print for $20.00 you get a third one for free. Check out all the prints available as there’s quite a variety to choose from. Buy two today!! You won’t be disappointed.

Just make sure you go to Add when you are making your purchase where it reads “Add special instructions to the seller” as it is shown below. REMEMBER; YOU GET A FREE ONE WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE!!

If you have any questions email me at martinmrochaart@gmail.com


Interesado en comprar un poster de Marilyn Monroe o Adele? por Martin M. Rocha

HAGAN CLICK ARRIBA A LA DERECHA EN NUESTRA TIENDA DE POSTERS “ONLINE”!! Sabían que la belleza de Marylin Monroe en el arte es la más popular en los hogares? Ella trae mucha elegancia en una sala y en cualquier parte de un hogar. Ella es un ícono y usted puede comprar un poster en copia fotostática por solamente $10.00. También tenemos una oferta especial. Si compra más de uno, se le garantiza uno extra gratis. Por ejemplo : Si usted compra uno de Marylin y uno de Adele por $20.00 se le garantizará uno extra gratis. Hay mucha variedad en la tienda para escoger. Compre dos hoy!! Se lo garantizamos que estará satisfecho.

Opriman el botón de Add y eligan cual poster extra desean gratis. RECUERDEN!! SOLAMENTE CON LA VENTA DE MAS DE UNO SE LE GARANTIZA UNO GRATIS!!

Si tienen algunas preguntas mándenos un email a martinmrochaart@gmail.com


Interested in buying a Marilyn Monroe or Adele print? by Martin M. Rocha

CLICK ON THE TOP RIGHT FOR OUR ONLINE STORE!! Did you know that Marilyn Monroe’s beauty in art is the most popular in people’s homes? She brings a lot of elegance in your living room or any special part of your house. She is definitely an icon and you may own a nice glossy photographic card stock print for only $10.00. There is also an additional deal. If you buy more than one; you get an extra one for free. For example if you buy a Marilyn Monroe print and an Adele print for $20.00 you get a third one for free. Check out all the prints available as there’s quite a variety to choose from. Buy two today!! You won’t be disappointed.

HAGAN CLICK ARRIBA A LA DERECHA EN NUESTRA TIENDA DE POSTERS “ONLINE”!! Sabían que la belleza de Marylin Monroe en el arte es la más popular en los hogares? Ella trae mucha elegancia en una sala y en cualquier parte de un hogar. Ella es un ícono y usted puede comprar un poster en copia fotostática por solamente $10.00. También tenemos una oferta especial. Si compra más de uno, se le garantiza uno extra gratis. Por ejemplo : Si usted compra uno de Marylin y uno de Adele por $20.00 se le garantizará uno extra gratis. Hay mucha variedad en la tienda para escoger. Compre dos hoy!! Se lo garantizamos que estará satisfecho!!

        

Just make sure you go to Add when you are making your purchase where it reads “Add special instructions to the seller” as it is shown below. REMEMBER; YOU GET A FREE ONE WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE!!

Opriman el botón de Add y eligan cual poster extra desean gratis. RECUERDEN!! SOLAMENTE CON LA VENTA DE MAS DE UNO SE LE GARANTIZA UNO GRATIS!!

If you have any questions just email me at martinmrochaart@gmail.com


Portraits of beautiful people by Martin M. Rocha

Who does not appreciate the beauty of having a portrait of art of their loved ones or their beloved pets. The ability to transform a beautiful photograph and giving it life with just purely colored pencils is something that could stay with you forever. Things may come and go through our lives, but the beauty of art will always be there. Art is beauty and is a value that can be appreciated forever. Just thing about having an amazing portrait of someone special in your life; weather is your spouse, family, child or pet in your living room. It will always be there. I have completed many drawings of loved ones over the years and leave them with a smile. If you have any questions contact me at martinmrochaart@gmail.com.

Motherhood

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LINCOLN IS A SUCCESS by Martin M. Rocha

Lincoln

Lincoln

Such a powerful and iconic historical figure Lincoln was. The film was amazing because Spielberg can do no wrong. I saw this beautiful amazing portrait of Lincoln on the way out of the theater and fell in love with it. Daniel Day Lewis did an outstanding job portraying Lincoln. Such an emotional and powerful film that touched the hearts of those that love American History. I know I do, it was my second major in college. Intrigue by the fact that this would be another Spielberg success I took the inspiration to draw Lewis’ image and transformed it into a beautiful piece of art. Step by step I see it as the most powerful portrait I have ever done. It was a very enjoyable piece to put together and a film that I strongly recommend for those that appreciate our history. This is art at it’s most emotional, powerful and iconic. Lincoln can do no wrong in art. A historical figure that every American should know of who he was and how he changed the face of American history. This is the beauty of Lincoln in film and in art. I think this portrait would look great in an American History teacher’s classroom. What do you think art fans? Prints will be available soon.

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COMIC CON!! PRINTS and BLACK WIDOW AVENGER ORIGINAL SELLS by Martin M. Rocha

YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN ART PRINT. MANY AT COMIC CON ALREADY DO!!! It was a phenomenal weekend for those of you that had the opportunity to attend this past weekend. many good treats and good times were guaranteed for all. I want to thank all the fans for coming by, saying hello and purchasing many of my art prints. I know you got a fantastic deal and left satisfied with a nice print of some amazing art done by yours truly. Superheroes are reaching a high peak and the genre it’s only getting bigger. Please feel free to relive the event that made the festival one to remember. Many pics were taken and many fans arrived!! VISIT MY ONLINE STORE!! MANY MORE GENRES WILL BE ADDED SOON!! martinmrochaart@gmail.com.

First fan to buy an original from the Martin M. Rocha Art gallery!! BLACK WIDOW WAS THE LAST COMPLETION AND THE FIRST ONE TO FLY!!

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AVENGERS ART ASSEMBLE by Martin M. Rocha

Well, it’s been two months since I started my Avengers drawing.  Since early June I have been working on one of the most elaborate, most challenging drawings I have ever done. No easy task, but feel very proud about the completed product. It will be available soon on print for you art fans to enjoy, meanwhile I have posted a video process along with the pics!! How about that? Six of the greatest Superheroes are finally together in film and in art form!! Prints will be available soon!! Enjoy!!

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THE DARK KNIGHT RISES IN ART by Martin M. Rocha

RISE

WHEN GOTHAM IS ASHES YOU HAVE MY PERMISSION TO DIE!! One of the biggest anticipated movies of the year!! THE DARK KNIGHT RISES!! Just by watching the 3rd trailer it pumps up your adrenaline!! Inspirational and powerful as it is on film and in art; it caught my attention to draw Bane!! Yes!! He is the villain that catches your eye on this one. A STORM IS COMING!!

RISE

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Martin M. Rocha Art at Lincolnshire Art Festival in Illinois

Greeting to all Art fans and to many who enjoy the world of art. I’m inviting you to come to the Lincolnshire Art Festival in Illinois this summer on Saturday August 18th and Sunday August 19th. I will be exhibiting and selling my art; Poster Prints and T-Shirts. You could have your own print of someone you admire; you decide. Art genres and styles would include Rock stars, Actors, Superheroes, Landscapes and Animals. MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDAR!! COME AND ENJOY THE SHOW!! Let me know if you have any suggestions of who I should add to the genre of popular people that I not yet have in my gallery! I’m open for suggestions! Email me if you have any questions at martinmrochaart@gmail.com

Saludos a todos los fanáticos y aficionados al arte. Los invito al Festival de Arte del condado de Lincolnshire en Illinois Agosto 18 y 19. Estaré exibiendo y vendiendo mi arte; original y copias de imprenta. Les gustaría tener su propia copia de un artista famoso? Los diferentes tipos de arte incluye estrellas de Rock, actores famosos, superhéroes, paisajes y animales. TOMEN NOTA EN SU CALENDARIO HOY!! VENGAN A DISFRUTAR EL SHOW!! Si hay alguien a quien tengan en mente que no está en mi galería de arte déjenme saber! Me encantaría saber que sugerencias tienen ustedes!!  Mándenme un correo electrónico a martinmrochaart@gmail.com si tienen preguntas.


THE HUNGER GAMES IN ART by Martin M. Rocha

Hungry for more? That’s exactly the feeling I’ve got when I read and saw this fascinating motion picture. It’s definitely going to be one of the movies of the year. The book was so addicting that I couldn’t put it down. Full of detail and fascinating suspense I could define it as a book that it really grabs you. The movie was every bit as good, however. It is very difficult to cover all the details that the book includes into a blockbuster film. As it defines a new meaning for an era where Harry Porter and Twilight left off, The Hunger Games picks up and takes it into a new genre. Kids and adults, males and females are fascinated by it. I was amazed by the book and film that it inspired me to transform Katniss into the world of art. With a pure tone of color pencil I am delivering one of my greatest achievements.

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PAUL MCCARTNEY GRAND FINALE AT THE GRAMMYS by Martin M. Rocha

And in the end……he was knighted by the British Empire as he is Sir Paul. One of the greatest performers of all time delivers a grand finale to remember.  During the last few minutes as we all waited after some great performers; the bass-man; instrumentalist and man of a thousand voices closes the show with the last three songs on the last Beatles album (Abbey Road) with that lasting and enduring lyric. Golden Slumbers/Carry that Weight/The End; the second part medley of side two still sounds as good as ever. After so many years and tears of joy he took the stage and the night just ended in a high perfect note.

A 30 by 30 colored pencil drawing of Abbey Road

A 30 by 30 colored pencil drawing of Abbey Road by Martin M. RochaA colored pencil drawing of Sir Paul by Martin M. Rocha

 

A note that transmits, transforms and transcends from music to art and art to music. They still blend together as Paul shows he is still one of the most astonishing show man of all time. He is incredible and after all we could all say that Chris Farley did ask the right questions in that enjoyable humorous interview over fifteen years ago.

A colored pencil drawing of Sir Paul by Martin M. Rocha

A colored pencil drawing of Sir Paul by Martin M. Rocha

“AND IN THE END….THE LOVE YOU TAKE …..IS EQUAL TO THE LOVE YOU MAKE”. Simple and beautiful and Mr. Farley questions “IS THAT TRUE?” Of course it is! The more you give the more you get! “THAT WAS AWESOME!” Awesome is what describes last night performance. Thumbs up!


ADELE PERFORMS WITH HEART AT THE GRAMMYS by Martin M. Rocha

Making an incredible recovery and coming back with heart and soul, Adele performs like no other. Her performance at the Grammys was so emotional as she sang one of her most popular songs “Rolling in the Deep”. As she began singing you could feel the most incredible vibes going down your soul. You knew the performance was going to blow your mind; and it sure did.

Adele

Adele

By the time she began her performance she had already won a few awards. What can you say about the most outstanding performer of the year? With passion and such a strong commotion she was so grateful of how far she has come along. Her album 21 goes back to old fashion delicacy and deliverance to the emotional beats of Blues, Rock and Jazz. Did I miss a Genre? I sure did!! Pure Art. If you have not seen the music video for “Rolling in the Deep” tune in. It is as impressive artistically as it is musically. The art form and music blend in beautifully. There was no surprise for her winning the awards. She deserves to be the most outstanding performer in every step of the way.

Adele

Adele

If you have any inquiries about our art, or the artistic process used in the drawing “Behind Blue Eyes”, please feel to contact Martin M. Rocha at martinrochaart@gmail.com. Remember, with Martin M. Rocha Art, a passion for art is truly in the details. Martin M. Rocha of MartinMRocha.com.

Adele

Adele


ADELE – Rolling in deep 21 steps of art by Martin M. Rocha

Voice, soul, emotion and heart are the four words that describe one of the greatest female performers of all time. English singer Adele sings like no other and her voice has such a powerful commotion and inspiration as it also drives towards despair and heartbreak.

When I first heard that beautiful soulful voice I was astonished with her toning and volume. I was not only impressed with her singing; but listening to “Rolling in the deep” simultaneously with the video I observed how the refinement of art and music continue merging into one another. There was nothing that I could overlook upon all the aspects of the video as it does include elegance and force; both artistically and musically. She has the heart and the soul that separates her from other performers. As her inspiration to unleashed 21 displays all passion from the heart. The heart that is; that I took to draw Adele freehand. I draw with my hands; but most of all from the heart with such an emotion that I can not described.

Some of you art fans believe this is my best work; I feel it is. However, as any artist that seeks to grow and leaving hungry for more; I still don’t feel a 100% satisfied. A good friend told me that it’s the sign of a good artist. Always wanting to explore and find new territories; to me it is only the beginning. Are you hungry for more? Just sit and enjoy the latest 21 steps of Adele with the music of “Rolling in the deep”.

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The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Doors and Art : by Martin M. Rocha Art

I have always been a fan of Music magazines. Ever since the mid to late sixties music journalism had made some interesting headlines. 1968 was no exception; drawing and putting together fictional magazines with real historical events is entertaining as I also consider fan art.

Lennon

The Beatles’ 1968 white album symbolized the historical events of such a fascinating year. Some of these headlines include :

1)Back in the USSR – The Soviet Union invade Checkoslovakia.

2) Mexico 1968 and the Olympic games.

3)Blackbird – Riots in the United States.

4)Happiness is not a warm gun – Luther King and Kennedy.

5)While their guitar gently weeps – Clapton and Hendrix.

Jagger

Morrison

The Lizard King dies under mysterious circumstances. His death in Paris.

Stickabilities

I have always used Stickabilities and transfer letters to bring elegance. Using materials from Blick Art, Crescent and Prismacolor.

Transferring tool

That’s the tool that I use to transfer the letters through rubbing or to straighten sticky letters. As you could see in the process. I apply pressure into the poster board to make the letters strong into the area where it best gives an impressive outlook of art.

The transferring process

If you have any inquiries about our art, the artistic process, please feel to contact Martin M. Rocha at martinmrochaart@gmail.com. With Martin M. Rocha Art, a passion for art is truly in the details; Martin M. Rocha of MartinMRocha.com.


The Beatles Fan Art: The great art and death clues behind Sgt Pepper and Abbey Road.

Sgt Pepper

Many Beatle fans know the enigma surrounding the death clues in Beatles’ songs and album covers; but many never heard of such a myth. This is where the beauty of art and music connect. Sgt Pepper was no exception as clues where discovered. When I completed these drawings 11 years ago I was so intrigued by the mystery.

One of those mysteries include : If you place a mirror covering the letters of the words “Lonely Hearts” it points at Paul McCartney as it reads “I ONE I HE DIE” (Claiming three Beatles minus one).

Sgt Pepper "The Grave"

It also resembles the grave of Paul McCartney. The hand over his head also displays a symbol of death. There are other clues as well; but Abbey Road (see below) is the most interesting of all.

Abbey Road

Impressive artistically as well as musically Abbey Road shows the following :

1) Paul is out of the step of the other three.

2)He is holding a cigarette on his right hand when he is left handed.

3)His eyes are closed.

4)The Volkswagen Beetle reads “LMW 28 IF” meaning “Linda McCartney Weeps 28 if he was alive”

5) He is barefooted. (Amazing!! Isn’t it?)

6) THE MOST INTERESTING OF ALL ; HOW THEY ARE DRESSED : JOHN IS THE PREACHER, RINGO IS THE UNDERTAKER, GEORGE IS THE GRAVEDIGGER AND PAUL IS THE CORPSE.

If you have any inquiries about our art, the artistic process, please feel to contact Martin M. Rocha at martinmrochaart@gmail.com. With Martin M. Rocha Art, a passion for art is truly in the details; Martin M. Rocha of MartinMRocha.com.


JAPAN : Martin M. Rocha Art’s “Sakura / All for Japan” donation.

My two Inspirations for the "Sakura / All for Japan" proje

I took the time to take pictures of my latest art work with my two inspirations. It was a joy putting this project together as I made the idea and vision a reality!

A special moment!

Satoko was very welcoming in accepting the donation for the project and took the time for some photographs to be taken. It was an honor to meet her.

Thank you Satoko

“Sakura / All for Japan” was a special gift from the heart, a donation for the beautiful people of Japan. It was an emotional experience at the Japan Consulate in  downtown Chicago.

Thank you to my friend Becky as well.

I would like to thank all the Art fans and friends out there for making the “SAKURA / ALL FOR JAPAN” possible; mission accomplished, delivery complete! But specially Hailed, Mike, Becky (For the adventure / specially at the gas station) and most of all my friend Suzann (Thank you for your guidance, advice and direction). It made a difference to work on such a special art project that came from the heart; a piece of art work that means so much for all of us and to the people of Japan.

The final photograph of "Sakura/All for Japan"

Arrived : May 13th 2011. Don’t forget that passion in the art is truly in the details. Any comments that you may have, contact Martin M. Rocha at martinmrochaart@gmail.com. Don’t forget to also visit us on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Satoko represented Erica

Hi Martin,
My apologies for not getting back to you sooner in re to your donation of your beautiful art piece in re to the Japan Earthquake. We just had our morning meeting, and we would be delighted to accept the donation here at the Society. If possible, we would like to use the piece as an auction item for both our Annual Golf Tournament in August and/or our Annual Holiday Fundraiser on December 15. All proceeds help to support our Society’s programming and educational endeavors.
Please note that our office closes at 5:30 PM on Friday, so please feel free to stop by anytime before that time.
For our own internal purposes, do you know what the value of the piece is?
Thank you so much again for thinking of our organization and the people of Japan during this difficult time!
Erika V Kono

Erica Kono wrote this beautiful email on May 11th, Exactly when the events occurred . After speaking with her on the phone she accepted the donation a couple of days later. I am very happy to see that the masterpiece is going to a good cause. It was my pleasure and honor to be part of this special moment as it unfolds emotions of joy and happiness.

Erica was kind and very welcoming, but was unable to attend when I arrived, but I had the opportunity to meet Satoko Ogi who was very welcoming as well. After taking several pictures and a few tears and smiles we parted ways.

An Emotional trip

By Martin M. Rocha


Martin M. Rocha Art : The Art of Rock n Roll / Jimi Hendrix and Carlos Santana

I learned to appreciate and enjoy different kinds of musical genres. My taste has extended from the incredible color and sounds of Rock n Roll to the cultural rhythms of Latin American music and art. I have always been a fan of both styles as it has touched my love for the world of art. Both of the drawings of these popular musicians represent the merging of both; art and music.

Carlos Santana "Step 1"

Jimi Hendrix and Carlos Santana are two great examples of both themes. The sound transmits into some of the most astounding images for any art fan to appreciate. They portray the glow and delicacy in the art of Rock n Roll.

JIMI HENDRIX / His life, his music, his concerts, his legacy

I completed the Jimi Hendrix image about four years ago. Believe or not for you art fans out there, the challenging part was neither the face or the hair. The background was the most elaborating segment as I gave it a blurry image to make Jimi’s face more prominent. This drawing represents the spirit and heart of the 1960’s as It illustrates color as well as sound.

Carlos Santana "Step 2"

The drawing of Carlos Santana shows the elegance of the Latin culture in America. Completed in the sepia tone; note that some of the colors on his shirt stand out to give his clothing a more domineering look. Please feel free to comment  about the latest works. Its all for you art fans to enjoy.

Carlos Santana "Step 3"