I dont own any of these but I have seen most of them 1st hand and done extensive research for pictures of detail and what have you. This is my top ten list of Aarons work to acquire in no particular order just a top 10.
1. This because of the colors and the nature of the bird with the jeweled egg. It speaks of mysteries and awakens the imagination.
2. Growing up and living in the midwest I proud of where i come from. Midwestern Heart, the title in itself says it all. It is the king of his helmeted birds which fascinate me without end for some unknown reason I cannot put into words.
3. Besides being a fan of LOTR I also have a large appreciation for birds of prey and dragons so with that triple combo and the amazing detail in this its speaks volumes to me. This and the variant.
4. The nature of this makes me want to smile. The effect of the leaves on the water with the dead bird laying below the surface...I can almost hear the water and smell the fresh air and see its feathers decaying, swaying in the still tide. The subtleness of the colors with the popping contrast of the leaves excites me.
5. More birds!!! With the title and how they are represented in reminds of me of my favorite thing to do, soar and travel on my motorcycle that feeling of freedom is represented herein. Also I have always been drawn to heraldry and old architecture especially the Baroque era and acanthus leaves. They are something I bring to my own style of art and something Aaron is quite masterful at.
6. This piece really has everything. The printing and embossing all the colors, the subtle blood the manta rays, the broken down skate ramp with the old tree, the subtle hint of fall in the air and the storm on the horizon. Its just a breath taker.
7. This is right up my alley. I wish Aaron dabbled more in darker themes and as i have an affinity for snakes this piece stands out for me. I love that it has eaten the bird and the string is hanging out of his mouth. Also the concept of it to me "Curiosity killed the cat" and the tales and mythology of "The Siren" are at play here and both have life lessons that adhere to ones life on a daily basis. Wisdom begets knowledge and understanding both is transcending.
8. This speaks of the whole world of microorganisms which is really fascinating. The black and white medium I usually find more attractive than colorful works especially with this amount of detail. The lost set of keys amongst the debris is brilliant as is the small amount of blood that matches the Japanese typography/Kanji with its subtitles.
9. More of the black and white that I am fond of plus his letterpress work is pretty amazing. The chaotic nature of this piece really appeals to me.
10. Like the band. Like skulls. Like ram horns. The overall dark nature of this well, it just kicks arse.
