​“Life is a Gamble” series
1. House of Cards
2. All In
3. Let it Ride
4. Spin the Wheel, Face the Deal

These pieces are made n display @boardridersericeira through June. Thank you for the opportunity to share this body of work.

​This idea started to materialize in 2024, while the meaning developed over the completion of the pieces. The series isn’t rooted in gambling; I just find the scenes visually stimulating to assist in conveying the idea. The paintings are symbolic of an idea developed throughout life with multiple major shifts shaping the thought. My choices in taking risks or gambling with life were more rooted in the physical body, and mental concepts. With that said, I can see why so many find the enticement of the bet so passionately. The industry wouldn’t put so much emotionally and mentally provocative marketing into it for no reason. The government wouldn’t allow it, if it didn’t know money would be made. Also, a criminal element operating at many different levels wouldn’t exist, if they couldn’t manipulate the scene for profits. There is a deeper understanding why gambling is so prevalent and pushed in civilized society everywhere.

Another aspect to games, betting, gambling, and the sporting events involved is the amount of symbology, color schemes, and occult knowledge attached to all of it. It is absolutely fascinating, and definitely a work of magic in the spell it holds over society. And it will continue to appear in society as life changes into the next future phase. I understand that life produces situations that change our beliefs again and again. We each make choices opening and closing paths in our lives forming unique experiences. Yet, I have held onto one question throughout life attached to money, time, risk and ownership. If one doesn’t use these resources to figure out oneself throughout life, then isn’t that the biggest gamble of all?

Created using @royaltalens acrylics on @ponto.das.artes canvas with @winsorandnewton and @kolibri_artistbrushes

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Sean Kalley

​On Saturday Night I'll be displaying these original plein air paintings with prints at the Ericeira Hurley Surf Club. It's a collaboration with Hurley, and Estrella Damm. Live DJ music as well. Stop by for a good time!

Just finished this commission, and now time to varnish it. Message me directly for a commission we collaborate together on with your own picture references from a trip or special moment, and my artistic style.

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A neighbor has been visiting this place for over 20 years watching Hank and Ray play live. So, I decided to create it for him.

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There is a s still a little bit of time to get that commission completed before the holidays. One of the best ways to connect with an artist is to collaborate with them. Sharing your thoughts, feelings and picture references creates a unique piece where both parties provide creative input. Message me directly for your own commission, or any original artwork. Thank you for appreciating creativity!

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Thanks to @artexpoalgarve for creating the event, all the artists, and everyone that stopped by to view individual expression. Here are some highlights for your enjoyment.

Artwork created using @escoda_brushes with @royaltalens and @gamblincolors

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This commission is finished and off to the new home. I was asked by a fellow Marine that is a Colonel now to create a piece that defined the @marines to me. Basically create what you want. So, I decided to create a still life with objects that represent certain aspects of the Corps.

1. USMC flag folded properly and crisp (attention to detail and tradition).
2. M16A2 rounds (dependable. Tried and tested again and again for accuracy and reliability). 6 of them to reflect a Colonel (O-6 rank)
3. Dress Blue Cover (class, professionalism, style and unique).
4. The USMC KA-BAR ( every Marine no matter the MOS or rank is a warrior first and dependable as a brother in combat).

Created using @escoda_brushes with @gamblincolors, @royaltalens on Portuguese pine.
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Check out all the amazing work from talented artists, and proud to be represented by the gallery.

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“David Bowie”
30cm x 30cm, oil on board
(for sale)

This was a great piece to create, and challenging. While laying out the piece before putting in the details @davidbowie music was rocking out in the background. When the fine details were started, I had to stop listening since dancing and painting eyes is extremely difficult. The challenge for this piece was bringing the album cover “Changes” from black and white into a colorized version. Also, many might think he has different color eyes. They are not. One of them is permanently dilated due to an injury, which gives them a unique look.
Enjoy and let me know what you think.

Painted using @escoda_brushes with @royalindian_quintadolago and @gamblincolors

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30cm x 30cm
oil on wood panel


It is a former Catholic convent in Tomar, Portugal. Originally a 12th-century Templar stronghold, when the order was dissolved in the 14th century the Portuguese branch was turned into the Knights of the Order of Christ, that later supported Portugal's maritime discoveries of the 15th century. The convent and castle complex is a historic and cultural monument and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.

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