#interview friday

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[toartc]

Interview Friday with Artist Robert Peterson

Whats your alias?

My name is Robert Peterson but I am known throughout social media as caleblee81.

Where are you from?

I am originally from Denver Colorado but have been in Lawton, OK on and off since 96.

What do you do that separates you from the rest?

I think my consistent post of dope work and use of colors are a few things that set me apart from other artist along with my faith in God.

When did you start doing these amazing sketches? Did you go to school to learn how to illustrate?

I discovered my style about 16 months ago when a friend @dannynunes asked me to draw a pic of him. The pic he chose was one that had a blue filter and I didn't have but two or three shades of blue in my collection of markers at the time. I remember telling him in an email that I was just going to have fun with his pic. I turned on some Asking Alexandria and dumping out all of my markers and making it work. I am completely self taught through trial and error.

Why do you Love it?

I love what I do because it allows me to be creative & provide for my family. It's also given me a platform to be able to inspire and motivate others.

What motivates you to keep working? How have you improved over the years with your work?

Memories of a broke past and hopes for a more prosperous future motivate me, knowing that what I do today will allow my family and others to live better tomorrow is pretty motivational. I've only been doing what I do for about 18 or 19 months. I think I'm getting better just because I'm constantly working.

The best decade for art in your opinion?

I think we are living in the best decade, there are some really dope artist out right now trying to set themselves apart from what was.

If you could illustrate any past album for a music artist who would it be and why?

If I could illustrate any album it would be Elton John hits 1970-2002. He is a genius. If not him then any Michael Jackson album or even a Kanye West album. I think that these three men have changed music and how the world listens to music.

What do you do to get out of a creative rut when you cant think of any ideas?

I have never had a creative rut, I was homeless less than five years ago and just started doing art for real about 19 months ago. I sold my first piece of artwork about a year ago and since then the value has continued to go up so I don't have time for a creative rut, I draw and paint always. I'm lucky if I get 36 hours of sleep a week.

When did " you" know you had a great talent?

I knew I had a great talent when my daughter asked me if she could hang my artwork up in her room. I'm use to my kids asking if I will hang their work up lol. It was confirmed when the rapper Fabolous reposted my artwork and when Swizz Beatz got my phone number and hit me up, one of the first things he said to me was "Im a fan of your artwork" this man kicks it with Damien Hirst, Mr Brainwash, Shepard Fairey, Brian Donnelly/Kaws and so many other dope artist.

5 daily essentials for you are?

Five daily essentials. Make sure my kids are ready for school and know that before they walk out the door to school that I love them, pray, draw, look for new photos & talk to my wife before She goes sleep (I stay up working most nights)

Out of all the work that you've created; do you have any favorites?

I have a few favorite pieces that I've done. One which is personal that I just delivered to Amare Stoudemire in NYC thanks to his photographer and assistant as well as one I did titled 7089/MLK and then there's one that I will debuting some time later this month.

Do you have any favorite artists?

My favorite artist are Basquiat, Damien Hirst, Hebru Brantley & myself.

Describe your self in one word?

One word to describe me, blessed.

What are some of the goals you have for your work?

A few of my goals include Art Basel Miami, having a show in Dubai, London, LA & New York run back to back, have an exhibit at Martin Lawrence or The Gagosian.

Do you sell any of your art pieces?

I do sell my art. Some of my collectors include Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys, RL Sparks, Carlos Boozer, Amare Stoudemire, Lil Wayne, Birdman and many many others from around the world to include a prince from Dubai who asked that his information remain anonymous.

What does art mean to you?

Art is a new life to me.

What is you greatest achievement so far?

My greatest achievement so far is a raffle I did of some artwork I did of OKC Thunder player Kevin Durant that I used proceeds from to help victim from the Moore tornado earlier this year.

Before you begin an art piece what do you do?

Before I begin working on something I usually look for something dope to listen to. My playlist is crazy.

Why do you enjoy sketching shoes?

Sketching shoes is something I some times do to warm up. It's just for fun.

Is it marker that you use to do the portraits? and why do you uses " multi colors" on the face?

I use markers, paints, pencils, pens etc when I draw.

Do you have any plans of putting your work in an art gallery?

I've had my work in galleries and plan on having more work featured in galleries around the world.

What is the most annoying thing about people knowing you can illustrate really well?

The most annoying thing about people knowing I'm an artist is that they expect me to draw them for free or give them some type of crazy hook up, this is my career and only source of income.

What are 3 facts about you that people dont know?

Facts about me that people don't know, I want to learn how to fly a plane, I want to learn how to play the piano, I don't cuss.

Whats the greatest creative film you've ever seen?

I watched a documentary about Basquiat once that was dope.

Whoischan: I love your technique and I cant wait to see how far you go with your work.

Any last words to the readers?

Last words, believe in yourself enough and eventually others will too.

God bless.

Contact:

Ig: caleblee81

Gmail: [email protected]

Thanks

- Toartc / Whoischan

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Why have you forsaken me

Sincerely,

Body

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