FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (and others not so frequently asked..)
(para Perguntas Freqüentes em Português, clique aqui)

Q. Can I send you my CV for a job or something?

A. I'm affraid not. This is a family studio and I am not hiring at this moment.

Q. Can I send you my drawings for an opinion?

A. I don't have much time on my hands as it is and if every person starts sending me things... I would have my time tied up and lots of unwanted materials that don't belong to me, which is a situation I cannot encourage. Also, as a rule I don't enjoy receiving things from strangers. Unsolicited or unknown attachments are deleted upon entry.

Q. Can you help me with my project?

A. Yes, to an extent. If I know anything about whatever you are trying to accomplish I'll be happy to help. If I don't, I'll point you in the right direction where you can find what you need. Extensive queries though will take up too much of my time, so please be to the point.

Q. How about working together on something?

A. Yes, that's definitely possible and partially the scope of this site. I'm no kid though, so we'll have to see what is it about first. I'm seeking the right people for the right kind of friendship, ideas and projects. If you think you are part of this, let me know.

Q. Can you help me with Portuguese to English translations?

A. Certainly, if it is just a personal query. Projects and extensive materials must be dealt with professionally, of course. Both Brazilian Portuguese and English are my native languages so I can handle any kind of conversion or level of understanding between these two. See the Translation section of this site for a profile. There are some subjects I do not accept for assignments. Check these out at the Translator Page.

Q. Can I use your images (in my website, project, products, schoolwork, T-shirt, etc)?

A. No, I'm affraid you can't! All images within this site have rightful owners and copyrights. They serve the purpose of Portfolio Samples only. I don't like to find my work elsewhere where it shouldn't be. On the other hand, on a case-by-case basis, I may grant permission for someone else to use certain concepts or ideas if they are interested and there is an affinity of some kind. Contact me and we'll see. Aside from that, if you are interested in my imagery you might want to consider purchasing some of them at our Webshop where there are many items suitable for fine gifts. See the advertisement on this site's Main Page.

Q. What is meant by Naturalist Illustration and Design?

A. It is essentially the world of the traditional naturalist but with a strong emphasis on that which lies beyond matter. It is not meant as ecological, botanical, school-book or encyclopaedia art as we know it. To see it that way is to miss the point entirely and also the opportunity to expand our awareness. It is Design applied to essential content in nature. Beauty and meaning in a single image, to awaken our perceptions to a broade, more useful Reality, closer to the heart and farther away from materialistic illusions. It is an effort in that direction and an attempt to employ Design unconnected to the usual status-power oriented concepts we usually find in advertising.

Q. Do you accept adverts on your pages?

A. Not really, though certain pertinent items might be placed if they match the overall content or if partnerships are formed with friends. Again its a matter of contact and see. I would certainly link you as a friend or ring or something and help promote you whenever I have the opportunity, as you will find in the Links & Friends page. Likewise you may link to me if your site is connected in some meaningful way to the content you find here, after all, that's what this is all about!

Q. I haven't understood the "evolution-oriented art" proposal. It seems naïve to me and I just don't get it. What are you looking for?

A. If you feel that the word 'Evolution' doesn't ring a bell, relax, you're not alone! You see, these ideas are not for everyone though I sincerely hope they will be someday. Part of all this is explained in the 'Vision'section and that should be clear enough for the people this website was designed to communicate with. Much time has already been wasted in pointless or bizarre pursuits by the greater part of humanity throughout our history so, any form of controversy and debate around these ideas is definitely not something I am looking for or wish to encourage. The views outlined here travel on another lane, seeking to be more aligned with the real meaning of our existence and purpose in life while attracting those already attuned to what this means. If still you don't feel anything positive for this concept, don't worry, it's alright: just forget it for now and go your own way! Feel free to enjoy the rest, which I feel is at least pleasant to look at, and do come back sometime in the Future when you are ready for these ideas, as the irresistible wave of true progress -which is constantly sweeping us ahead wether we like it or not- brings about the urgency and the notions required for you to be sincerely interested in your own evolutuion.

And that's about it, I guess.

If you should have any other useful query, don't hesitate to drop me a line! Alternatively, our Forum will soon be online and there you can exchange views with other visitors too.