I first met Roderick (I call him Rod) at San Diego Comic Con. Apart from being about as likable a person as I’ve ever met, he’s also a ridiculously talented artist with a remarkable history.

At age 43, Rod is a double organ transplant recipient. Since receiving a new kidney and pancreas, he probably understands better than anyone the importance of being an organ donor. Roderick uses his abilities to support the organ donor cause by raising both money and awareness through gallery shows and art sales in an effort to provide others with the new lease on life that he received, even if it’s just a matter of reminding people to opt into donorship.

I was lucky enough to be the subject of one of Rod’s pieces (oil on canvas):

If you want to buy a print, or check out his other work, or learn more about the cause, find Rob on Facebook. Proceeds from the sales of Rod’s paintings and gallery shows are donated to Lifesharing.org. Lifesharing.org is a non-profit organization that provides organ recovery, donor family support, and educational services in San Diego and other areas in Southern California.

xoxo
Sioux