https://gavinbreeding.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Gavin BreedingenTue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/cb489d56-f78d-4318-86f5-aab9bb872bb0.jpgFakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, Florida Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/cb489d56-f78d-4318-86f5-aab9bb872bb0.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/01010dfc-6d8e-44eb-a55c-ccf114f2aa8b.jpgFakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, Florida Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/01010dfc-6d8e-44eb-a55c-ccf114f2aa8b.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/2f92128d-e7dc-4f1e-8530-7e3e48fbad34.jpgFakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, Florida Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/2f92128d-e7dc-4f1e-8530-7e3e48fbad34.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/b6d7073a-92c0-481d-9fd2-b624f42c32ae.jpgFakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, Florida Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/b6d7073a-92c0-481d-9fd2-b624f42c32ae.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/59df0d2a-dcbc-46db-8b56-1469535ba166.pdfThis study based on the artist Ileana Hunter specializes on the minimalistic use of space to accentuate the rest of the piece. Using the negative space to suggest there are hands present draws you into the rest of the piece. This multi month study based on a classmate involved gridding, charcoal pencils, and thick multipurpose paper.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/59df0d2a-dcbc-46db-8b56-1469535ba166.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/b5090432-73fe-491c-b0c5-21cdf9e15e04.pdfThis watercolor piece captures a moment where my dog Bailey was sleeping belly up on her bed. These thick strokes and the pen lining shares a moment of vulnerability and peace.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/b5090432-73fe-491c-b0c5-21cdf9e15e04.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/3f07bef7-a893-4500-9cd1-e1c6e5fc824b.pdfThis piece of a Blue Jay in the wilderness captures a fleeting moment characterized by watercolor paints and thick strokes.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/3f07bef7-a893-4500-9cd1-e1c6e5fc824b.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/bccd938c-9c7f-446f-a47b-67c2d7f80964.pdfA sketchbook piece from the streets of Japan captured through google maps. The piece with 2 vanishing points accentuates the depth of the piece.Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/bccd938c-9c7f-446f-a47b-67c2d7f80964.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/10dd765b-b77b-477d-a7d5-0dc8c943655e.jpgMiami, FloridaWed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/10dd765b-b77b-477d-a7d5-0dc8c943655e.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/b653a6e1-0521-4b9d-86a2-e5fc186b0a27.pdfThe orange and blue complementary base work to accentuate the green and yellows coming from the plant to bring the piece to a whole new light, keeping in simplistic.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/b653a6e1-0521-4b9d-86a2-e5fc186b0a27.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/cbf2bd2e-93c7-4412-8fa7-e4d809380c61.pdfThis piece captured with a monochromatic palette and pen linings shares a chaotic moment of resilience from the squid.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/cbf2bd2e-93c7-4412-8fa7-e4d809380c61.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/3cf07e10-b08c-404e-90b3-d64d1352d8b9.pdfThese peaches and blueberries photographed from a farmers market in Connecticut are characterized by rough brush strokes and pen linings.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/3cf07e10-b08c-404e-90b3-d64d1352d8b9.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/fa0ae7d6-9eb0-45f5-b703-25b706784443.pdfAnother sketchbook perspective piece focusing on the Chicago Riverwalk, it shows the depth of the piece from a real world perspective.Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/fa0ae7d6-9eb0-45f5-b703-25b706784443.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/e79cb07a-320b-4b67-b284-984fb9e82bf5.jpgMiami, FloridaThu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/e79cb07a-320b-4b67-b284-984fb9e82bf5.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/2586e56e-826e-4a2a-a352-228c6d451cc2.pngA vibrant houseplant stands boldly characterized by the impasto style and the heavy brush strokes against a textured pink backdrop. Thick, expressive strokes capture the charm and vitality of an everyday houseplant.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/2586e56e-826e-4a2a-a352-228c6d451cc2.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/de8206b3-e716-4e08-aec8-868689df9516.pdfA playful watercolor piece with pen lining capturing an original and vibrant character.Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/uploads/de8206b3-e716-4e08-aec8-868689df9516.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/7e888f00-c5ad-47b2-bc64-53c13c7a966a.pngThis still life center piece embodies multiple vanishing points and embodies the unique aspects of both perspective and craftsmanship as an artistWed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/7e888f00-c5ad-47b2-bc64-53c13c7a966a.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/7b77bf17-f146-4d47-8626-5a127c753947.pngCharacterized by the soft strokes and illusion of light, this piece started with a charcoal background where I then went in to soften up the piece and add the idea of light.Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/7b77bf17-f146-4d47-8626-5a127c753947.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/8a302729-e099-4fc0-b791-50cbbd6296aa.pngA unique blend of heavy acrylic strokes to provide an interesting study on botanical plants. Depicted by different earthy subtones of green.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/8a302729-e099-4fc0-b791-50cbbd6296aa.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/90a46af0-c53d-4e32-a1e8-e8ac0434caa8.pngSat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/90a46af0-c53d-4e32-a1e8-e8ac0434caa8.pnghttps://www.journoportfolio.com/sampleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.journoportfolio.com/samplehttps://www.journoportfolio.com/sampleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.journoportfolio.com/samplehttps://www.journoportfolio.com/sampleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. 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Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.journoportfolio.com/samplehttps://www.journoportfolio.com/sampleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.journoportfolio.com/samplehttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/8a302729-e099-4fc0-b791-50cbbd6296aa.pngAn acrylic painting with heavy brush strokes depicting unique greens, blues, and other earthy subtones to contrast the individual leaves.Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/8a302729-e099-4fc0-b791-50cbbd6296aa.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/bbc2a5d1-f3ad-47f7-9a17-c2a3191d3389.pngA delicate watercolor painting of a fried egg experimenting with different textures and tones within the soft grays, subtle blues, and warm yellows.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/bbc2a5d1-f3ad-47f7-9a17-c2a3191d3389.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/9d2bf093-bbf9-41e2-a1ed-6a61f53feacd.pngThis piece defined by the bold charcoal lines and use of negative space was a still life study focusing on the nature of each item in real life.Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/9d2bf093-bbf9-41e2-a1ed-6a61f53feacd.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/567c7718-4f39-482f-a349-407ae554672d.pngA close-up color penciled piece capturing a Hercules Beetle in its natural habitat, with emphasis on layering shades of earthy green tones.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/567c7718-4f39-482f-a349-407ae554672d.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/9c0bb991-8eb7-4a27-a356-a678c861b5bf.pngThis piece took 3 class periods, roughly 6 hours, where I was fed prompts with no context. The piece was meant to show the mailability of art and the ability to change what was once something else.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/474624/images/9c0bb991-8eb7-4a27-a356-a678c861b5bf.png