My name is Roderique Arisiaman, mostly known online as Dracorubio. I’m a Dutch artist, working with photography, photomanipulation and design. On the side I also do ceramics and paintings, and tattoo-artist and woodcarving is on my list of things to do when I grow up.
I worked as a 3D animator/designer and Motion Graphics Artist for a few years, but dropped out, because I got lost in the complex virtual world of 3D too much and found I was wasting my time building intricate virtual things, instead of creating and telling stories.
My sphynx cats drew me into photography as I wanted to tell the world how beautifull, gracefull and overall goofie they where. Using Flickr as my main stage of sharing my images with the world, I came into contact with the 365 concept (a project where you make a selfportrait every day for a year, post it and comment on each others images) and developed a means to create and tell a visual story everyday for a whole year.

I’ve always been interested in stories and as a child I could just wander my storybooks for ages. I continue to be visually stimulated by cartoons, movies, art and the world around me. My art is actually a product of the drive to create and tell stories. From childhood drawings, through art-classes in high-school, right up to the Utrecht School of Arts, where I gained a Bachelor Degree in media-design, animation and visualfx.

Not only do I like taking pictures and manipulate them, but I also love the community aspect Flickr has to offer. I've met some awesome people here!

Also:
I've entered the "Artist Wanted - The Power Of Self" competition again this year, and included some of my selfportraits for the competition. All I need from you is to cast your vote and tell your friends too! I could win a whole year expenses paid and I'd be enormously gratefull.

Here's the link: t.co/mKqaQWn

Check out my about.me profile!

Please do not use my photo's unless you ask for permission.
And when you do get my blessing, please give proper credit!

dracorubio - View my most interesting photos on Flickriver

You can follow me on twitter: Dracorubio

See me gather on Tumblr

and check my portfolio site here

Don't be offended if you ad me as a contact and I don't ad you back. It's hard keeping up with everyone ;-)

Photos of dracorubio (218)

  • Photoshop wizard by michelmitchell.nl
  • Workshop by RichardTerborg
  • Friday Talent Showcase: 10-28-11 You wouldn't know what crazy was If Charles Manson was eating fruit loops on your front porch Edition by WILL★REFUSE
  • Workshoppers by dracorubio
  • Follow Friday by Suus Wansink
  • Altered Images: New Visionaries in 21st Century Photography by Romany WG
  • Me-Cyborg by Roderique Arisiaman "Dracorubio" by _A/C_
  • Zombie Dracorubio by [rich]
  • 15 Things about Me! by Alper Design
  • FollowFriday - awesome portrait edition! by Alper Design
  • Follow Friday - Part 24 by mevrouwmikmak
  • Reprise by Suus Wansink
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dracorubio's favorite photos from other Flickr members (2,038)

  • Bring a droid to work day by [rich]
  • Impact by Daniel Smith Photography
  • Friday Talent Showcase: 1-27-12 Part Il by WILL★REFUSE
  • Trees are always a relief, after people. by Adam Raasalhague
  • All Day by WILL★REFUSE
  • Next Door Neighbours by Boy_Wonder
  • by WUNDERFOOL
  • Sometimes, revenge is necessary... by Andrew Kufahl
  • Thanatos by Kiënnah
  • Movie Star by orangeUboard
  • by holly henry
  • Movie star by Daniel Smith Photography
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Testimonials (15)

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    [ " OMINOUS " ] says:

    "Draco! You are the Shoot Down."

    18th August, 2011

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    Alper Design says:

    "Well.. this Testimonial is looooong overdue i guess.. :D
    Imho Rod is one of the best manipulationists/ artists on flickr. his work always looks so real and he for sure has a really powerful mind and imagination. I really love how he puts all those teeny tiny details into his work so that you always discover new stuff when lookin through his stream / pictures. I really admire him for his Talent and stamina to accomplish two 365 projects in a row. wow!

    Also I owe him big time for introducing me to the beautiful world of sphynx cats. If I hadn't seen his cute photos of Pixel and Willow I think I'd never had the idea of even getting one myself.
    THANK YOU MR. ARISIAMAN for your awesome work and the love towards the best cats on the world! :)"

    11th April, 2011

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    Black Cat Photos says:

    "what an amazing stream! the creation behind the self portraits is incredible and the photos and stories with the cats are very heart-warming – all having that real ‘ahhhh’ factor! a wonderful stream to browse through! luv m xxx"

    28th December, 2010

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    Gary Greenham says:

    "Roderique is without doubt a very unique and outstanding artist.


    I have followed his work for about a year and everytime I see his images I find myself in awe with his creations.

    I have a handfull of contacts on flickr who truly move me and Drac's is definately one of them. His manipulations leave me breathless attention to details is his speciality.

    Not only is his work amazing but he is too, I have asked more than my fair share of questions and he has always helped me.

    Not one other contact inpires me more to improve."

    27th September, 2010

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    Boy_Wonder says:

    "what to even say about Roderique? He has the kindest heart and a huge array of skills and talents that are evident in every one of his posts. I feel very lucky to be able to witness your art and to be able to call you a friend, thank you for all that you've given :)"

    11th September, 2010

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    Daniel Garzee says:

    "En una palabra, impresionante."

    30th January, 2010

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    Fanboy30 says:

    "Rod creates worlds that I only get to visit in my dreams.

    He travels through time, glides through the air, fights cosmic battles while taking a few photographs along the way.

    The only photo-stream that's made my jaw drop "how on earth did he do that?"

    Stunning and beautiful work mate, a TRUE artist. x"

    4th January, 2010

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    Greg Samborski Photography (aka comatosed) says:

    "I first came in contact with Roderique through 365 in 2009. His stream captivated me for the rest of the year. Between pictures of Pixel and Willow, his amazing Siamese cats, and images of himself that transcend reality and what I thought was technically possible, I always looked forward to his next shot.

    But being a great photographer is just half of the equation here on flickr, there are many great photographers, but few are as outgoing, caring and loyal to his contacts as Roderique. There were times I missed days, maybe even weeks of his stream yet he was always there checking in on my pics and leaving encouraging words in his comments.

    Thanks Roderique, not only the inspiration you give me, but for being what I would consider a true flickr friend.""

    2nd January, 2010

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    Richard Ward9 says:

    "I'm often sitting at home at my desk when Drac's stuff comes up. The "latest' work of art.
    I sit, in awe, usually on the cusp of being really inspired or perplexed on how I might somehow achieve something so amazing.
    He's an amazing artist, and clearly an imaginative and talented soul. Can't begin to describe how pleased I am to have found his stream. Keep creating, we are inspired every day.
    r-"

    11th December, 2009

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    MWImages says:

    "An incredible guy both in his photography and spirit. His ability with PS is legendary and superceded only by his increasingly ingenious imagination. Drac is someone I'm truly glad to have met - always happy to help and honestly interested in people, Flickr would be a much sadder place without him!"

    7th November, 2009

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    Jedi Grand Master Yoda says:

    "He calls himself the PS guru, I think he is wrong......HE IS THE GRANDMASTER. The guy is so awesome and I honestly and deeply admire and respect his work. He has also portrayed himself so excatly that I would recognize him anywhere on the planet :)"

    17th September, 2009

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    WUNDERFOOL says:

    "Mr Rubio

    Your creativity is amazing and it makes me want 2 do better.
    Keep it up and keep it awesome
    ;-)
    Marcel"

    29th August, 2009

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    Just a guy who likes to take pictures says:

    "We both makes totally different pictures, but I still really enjoy looking at Roderique's stream. He does magic things with Photoshop. Besides that Roderique is a friendly and healthy dude (because an "Apple" a day keeps the doctor away!)."

    9th August, 2009

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    Aqua Libra says:

    "He is one Hell of an artist and a sweet and dear friend. So creative and pulled us into the word of flickr, photograpy and photoshop :) Thanks dude."

    28th July, 2009

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    Yellow-Lime says:

    "Roderique is just brilliant :)

    His pictures have such meaning to them, and i love his cat pictures!
    As well as being nice to talk to, he is sweet and funny too. He has a brilliant talent, and can run circles around me when it comes to photoshop :P Suzie xx"

    30th March, 2009

Name:
Roderique
Joined:
March 2007
Hometown:
Maastricht
Currently:
Hilversum, Netherlands
I am:
Male and Taken
Occupation:
spare time artist
Website:
http://www.dracorubio.com