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Reminder: you are not behind

Quick sketch. I was thinking a little punk rock then went down the path of feeling a bit emo and wanted to remind you all that I love you. The biggest problem with my generation is we go back and forth between wanting to provide stability for the next generation while fighting the urge to burn down the entire capitalist greedy system. #loveoverhate #artbykole #queerartist

Chasing trains this morning in the cold wet.. makes for beautiful photos.. #sanfrancisco

Super Balamito Dunk, a fun flappy style game with multiple levels and action packed gameplay play. Fun and friendly help Balamito navigate the hoops and defeat his enemies. #superBalamitoDunk now in the App Store.

So, my little video game Super Balamito Dunk is finally out for a preview. I’m showing friends and family first will get feedback and make the first round of adjustments. You can download now from the App Store. Let me know what you think! I appreciate you and love ya! #superbalamitodunk #workingArtistWithADayJob

Preview of my little Super Balamito game assets. One more pass on this and I should be good to get back to Painting 😂🤷. Crazy little detour that I have to finish :) video game music by the husband @iamjuice707 … #JuiceMakesMusic .. even for video games. ❤️

Living in San Francisco for so many years these trains became a bit of a lifeline. They reminded me that the city is always changing from old to new. And on those evenings, running from my day job off to find friends in the Castro these trains became a little symbol of freedom for me. I spent a little time creating a gel print. Hope you enjoy it. #chaisingtrains #bayareaartist

Just joy chasing trains..

A message for the Jan 30th protesters out today. #loveWillWin and thank you @aalmaraz14 and the generation coming up.. thank you too! From me and Gen X.. we don’t say this that much. But thank you.

A quick poem to let y’all know to keep pushing forward with love so we can build the American dream together. We don’t have to take what has been given. We can escape this cold dark night we are in. #LoveWins

Sketching w paint in my little ideas book. I try not to be to strict about it. It’s more about getting ideas out and into my little book so that I can come back to them. Thoughts for this one, be kind, look beyond your expectations, and find that place within you where you can cultivate love. On repeat. #vallejoartist #dailysketch #artideas

Quick 1 min sketch in my little ideas book. Featuring the music of my talented extended family @maileasantoss .. when I tell ya the fam and friends are talented I’m just speaking the truth. Hope this lifts you all up today. Love each and everyone of you. #vallejoartist

Put together a little tutorial while up in the air traveling to Singapore. This tutorial covers the basics of how to paint Postcard from the American Dream. Enjoy!

I’ve been asking myself what is happening to the American Dream? We are all on a bit of a journey at the moment. Asking whether or not that dream still exists in this rapidly changing world. If you are a #dreamer know how much you are loved regardless of how cruel the world can be. We each need to find our community and hold tight. My American Dream is diverse accepting and full of love. I hope you all feel the same. #bayareaartist #america

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I find myself on a bit of a journey. The world doesn’t seem safe for a lot of us once again. The world is our single spaceship and people are not just here to serve corporate greed. Love Bombs payload is empathy. People are struggling and the world needs bombs that leave love and hope behind. Hope you enjoy. Feel free to share and remix #bayareaartist #itgetsbetter #artbykole

Imagine an escape from 1984.. a hundred year journey. A lifetime guided by love. 2084 Sub. That’s where my mind went. Hope you enjoy. #bayareaartist #1984 #lovewins #artbykole #vallejoartist

In my early 20’s I found myself on my own in Barcelona. I was having a moment and as it turns out it was exactly what I needed to grow into the person that I am today. This painting is a bit of a tribute to that time. I hope you each find your own moments of growth and can enjoy the memories. What a life it’s been to this point. Love each and every one of you. #popart #bayareaartist #itgetsbetter

This one is for all the grown up club kids that know the feeling. 😂 I can’t tell you the title till you see the reveal. I hope each and every one of you are doing well, loving your lives, and taking moments to enjoy more than just the corporate gigs we didn’t ever really want anyway. #itsAGoodLife #art #clubkids

Revealing another painting. “Dead” 24x36 acrylic on Masonite box frame. Super fun. #artbykole #musicbyjuice #popartstyle #bayareaartist #vallejo

Revealing my latest painting. Emotionally Available (Limited Edition) 16x20” acrylic on canvas. Feel free to like and share.. prints coming in the future. Music by @iamjuice707 #artbykole #bayareaartist #musicbyjuice #kolehicks #vallejoartist #itgetsbetter #90s #clubvibes #moodluv #😎

Unveiling of “Ready Made with Rice” 18”x18” acrylic on gallery wrap canvas. This is my little celebration of pacific flavors that have become a staple in my little Bay Area community. Enjoy! #artbykole #readymadewithrice #spam #popart #supportlivingartists #artistsoninstagram #kolehicks

Revealing my recent painting. “It Gets Better” 24x30 on gallery wrap. I know many of y’all are out there struggling. If I could I’d give each and everyone of you a hug. LGBTQ+ love from the Bay Area. #artbykole #bayareaartist #musicbyjuice #vallejoartist #boots

Chichen Itza, one of the Seven Wonders of the world. Awesome way to spend a day. Way better with an audio Guide in your pocket. #streetmodotravel @streetmodotravel #chichenitza

The best memories are often when things didn’t go quite as planned. @rockey_auburn @hicks_4480 and I got to hang on the river and answer one of life’s biggest questions. Is the paddle really that important? Check it out and see what you think!

#glencove boat spotting in the morning

Playing around this morning with G.I. Robot. Beware of Nazis. 😂😂🤓 #GIRobot Are you a Nazi?

I don’t know, maybe I’m just emo. #them . We all deserve love. #artbykole #kolebhicks #heytate @them

#diadelosmuertos kicking off today. Time to remember your loved ones. #bayareaartist #artbykole #musicbyjuice

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