Gigantamax Snorlax

Just look at him, eating those bananas. Applin's next!
 

Diego Ball Z

(Way to go Ramon, looking off camera!)

Diego, expanding his Ramon Trif Collections to unprecedented heights.

He's always so happy to see these, in turn which makes me elated as well.

Gotta Paint 'em All!

A Wall of Commission Pokemon Paintings!

For my number one Patron, Diego

🎶Come, Come Get Me! (My Art, That Is!)

Diego, one of my Top Collectors.

This man loves Dragonball Z, Pokemon, and anime in general! Who can blame him? So do I! Diego has given me over a dozen opportunities and fantastic Commission Requests that I'm forever grateful for. What fun it's been being on this epic quest of Art and Super Saiyans..

 

 

 

 

I surely powered up my palette to Godly levels of Super Saiyan for this one.

Dragonball Z: A New Commission, A New Journey

" Dragon, Dragon! Rock the Dragon! Dragon Ball Z! "

  

I'm elated to display the 2nd Edition of a prior Commission named, "Arrival" which depicts the infamous fight between Raditz and Goku in the iconic series, Dragon Ball Z. This Commissioned Painting was requested by Kim Harrell, someone who met me in 2019 when I was selling my Art Work outside the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art). She had purchased one of my snowy landscapes and had messaged me one morning on Facebook (my old-*ss hadn't checked my messages for a while), but low and behold- a great reminder that people do remember me and my work, had arrived.

It really uplifted me entirely as I had been in a huge slump the past year and a half with the global pandemic lock down. It had shut me down as an Artist and I was gearing up to press the restart button. Her message and request for some new paintings was just the fuel I needed to get going once again. (For Kimberly Harrell)- Supreme Thank You to you for revitalizing this old king off his dusty art throne!

I'm a diverse Artist, so I paint many genres, ranging from Landscapes, to Pop Art, to Portraits, etc. She bought one of my Surreal pieces, alongside the DBZ request. Here is the process of how I painted it

 

 

 

 

Finished Painting (organic, as is)

 

 

 

Finished Painting (no edges, just imagery)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Original Commission of "Arrival" for Diego Q.

 

 

 

 

The other Painting Kimberly had purchased, "Once" from the "Tower of Babel" Monumental Series

 

Landscape Painting for Nomad Cafe

Happy Tidings

This is a special landscape painting I had gifted the lovely Nomad Cafe, of Ridgewood! I go there almost daily to get my favorite drink to start my morning- a large, iced coffee, with two added espresso shots, oat milk and coffee ice cubes. Oh yeahhh, give me that caffeine, babay! 

They have always been so kind to me and my mother who visits, that I decided to give something back. I surprised them with one of my ol' landscapes and they absolutely loved it! They explained to me how they visit Upstate to get away from the city to enjoy nature and its tranquil calm. This painting gave them a window to that whenever they may feel gloomy or such. They mounted it on the cafe walls, as I was pleasantly surprised to see it there! No matter how old I become, or how skilled I may be, nothing beats a good old-fashioned smile from those who you've just warmed their hearts.

Oh, and good grief! You must try their food and pastries! They are certainly some of the best I have ever had throughout Ridgewood! I like the name "Nomad" too. Kind of like me, a wanderer...

May you enjoy this for years and years to come, guys! Thank You. ~Ramon

Dragonball Commission

 

Rock the Dragon!

The inner child in me always smiles widely when I receive a paid commission to create something from my nostalgic past! Whether it be Dragonball, Pokemon, Super Mario, you name it!

 

Well, I happen to have one particular client named Diego whom has been a happy patron throughout these past few years. It started with Pokemon! Then, once he found out I can paint anything, he would ask me for Dragonball-inspired pieces. How could I refuse? These were all so fun to make, and knowing that this is my profession makes it all the more sweet! It truly humbles me and I appreciate that people still love the simpler things in life, like cartoons from our upbringing!

 

Diego and the rest of the world, please by all means, 

Keep the requests comin' ! I'm more than happy to fulfill all of your custom dreams upon canvas!

 

 

 

Inner Conflict Resolved

For the longest time growing up, I had this thought that in order to be "taken seriously" as an Artist, that painting cartoons and such would not be the way. Boy, what a bald-headed lie! It is without a doubt true (thankfully) that it only matters you love what you do. That Love, will add a certain "magic" to whatever your creation may be. It gives you more inspiration to keep going and makes the next masterpiece even better, now that it's fueled! I suppose I certainly have (or had) the remnant "advice" in me from long ago that I should "stick to one flavor" of Art. I never understood why, if you're good at it all and can present yourself properly. Sometimes when you deal with limited people, you get a limited result or observation. It's best not to listen to these types of people, as they will hinder what you in fact, can do!

 

 

 

 

If I had all Seven Dragonballs

Within the story of Dragonball, it is said that those who collect all seven Dragonballs scattered throughout the world will be granted one wish from the Eternal Dragon, Shenron! I had the same wish long ago, and it remains the same today: To be with my loves ones throughout all of Time and Existence. In some form or another, but always together. There is nothing at the core, more precious to me than the ones I love and that love me. They are my ultimate treasure.

What Would You Wish For?

 

 

 

 

 

This Painting is one of my Dreams Come True

You know, in a way this painting is another ounce of a dream come true, added to the ocean of fulfillment. Every drawing I ever drew, every painting I ever struggled with, every moment I ever looked forward to or doubted, it has been to lead me to the next level... and the next level... and the next level, until one day I arrive at a certain level. I strongly feel that time is approaching the more effort I put in. That excites me but oddly scares me in some way. Maybe it could be, I don't want to get to the end..?

The Making of this Painting (see video) -> Also, Follow Ramon Trif on Instagram: @ramontrif