Gallery Watch

Fake It 'Till You Make It - Martin Ontiveros - October 16-November 8, 2009 - Rotofugi Gallery (Chicago)

What a motto, and it is one that I have heard expressed in many different ways. The idea is you need to demonstrate that you belong before you will actually be accepted. What's clear when looking through the latest images from Martin Ontiveros is that he clearly belongs and will never have to "fake it" again. Using vibrant colors and strategically placed rainbows, Martin has created a style that is founded in sci-fi, but grounded by its metal root.

Martin Ontiveros is somewhat of a legendary illustrator, and a current resident of Portland. He is the illustrator behind the Ricky Ricotta series, but it is his love of metal and color that drive his latest work.