One Tree

by Mishka

Born in Bermuda, Mishka lived with his parents on a sailboat from the age of three onwards. Lyrically, his favorite similes are of the sea – he has a bulging notebook of "ocean songs." In conversation, he looks back without evident nostalgia or myth-making on an early life growing up at sea. While other children were glued to the television and video games, Mishka was offered endless hours in which to reflect, draw, read and write. Fast-forward to the present, and you find a man in his mid-twenties whose songs sound like the work of a young Sam Cooke mixed with shades of Bob Marley and that indefinable something that heralds a great pop record. Attempting to analyze that "X factor" only adds to the mystery. As Mishka reminds "People always check out your influences, but you don’t really know what your influences are. It might be a bird singing while you’re walking down the street or a breeze going past you. That could be what makes you want to write a song."

Audio CD

Published April 19, 2005

About the author

Mishka is one of today's premiere Fetish artists. His work stands out for its clarity, vision, detail, and creativity. Coming from a traditional fine-art background gives Mishka a different perspective and starting point when approaching Fetish imagery. Mishka is passionate about revealing beauty and style in edgy and erotic subjects. The blending of these is what presents Mishka with a never-ending challenge, and the opportunity for great satisfaction.

Mishka's artwork has been sold worldwide, and over 100 of his images have been reproduced on greeting cards, prints, and other items. He has taught classes in film photography & darkroom techniques, as well as digital photo graphics. His studio is in Orange County, California, where he continues to create increasingly creative photographic art.