Anazazi... is a take off from the the ancient, native american word anasazi , which roughly translated means; those who came before, or the early ones. This piece was inspired by visiting an ancient Indian reservation and hearing stories which question or existence as humans and how we came to be from those who came before us.

I wanted to get sort of a rock carved, bas relief, yet modern day textured effect with this piece.

Photoshop into painter for some background and shading, out to photoshop for some effects, finishing touches, and tonal changes.

By Ken David Matheson