For the past four days, I began working on a new painting for a gallery submission. The show I'm submitting for has a theme based upon caricatures. For this show, I didn't have a pre-conceived concept not even a twinkle of an idea. Most of my concepts materialize either before bed or while I'm sleeping. Luckily this method didn't fail me for this show. In my family, everyone has nicknames especially the children. My brother's children even have adorable characterized-style nicknames. Buddha, Betty Boop, and Baby Dumplings became the central icons in my cartoon composition. I strive to show the loving relationship of brother and sisterly love or damnation. Remember to check back daily for work in progress photos.