Buzz for Monkey - Inks!

Here's an update on Buzz Lightyear for Monkey. Now that the inks are done, I'm on to getting him colored then shipped. Next up...Jesse!

Buzz for Monkey

This is a WIP for a little boy affectionately known as Monkey. If you read about the pin-up of The Monkey and The Mouse I did recently, you will know who I'm talking about. This is just my rough sketch I did over the weekend. I'm currently inking the drawing and then I'll move on to coloring it this coming weekend...fingers crossed! Hope you like it!

New SketchCard No.2 - Johnny 5 & Bender

And here is sketchcard No.2! I couldn't let Twitter follower #299 get away empty handed, could I?

Sketchcard No.1 - First Ever!

Well look at that! I've done my very first sketchcard! This little guy is going to my 300th follower on Twitter! This was so fun to do! I was so nervous and did all kinds of research on lizards, dragons, positions, illustrations...and when it came down to it, I just went with a feeling and created what you see above! Sure the research helped, it always does for inspiration. But, the best stuff always comes from inside.

Wendy, thanks so much for following my craziness on Twitter. Thank you also for providing me with the opportunity to be a little creative and create my first sketchcard. How cool is that? I hope you enjoy it! Cheers!

The Marvellous Mischief and Mayhem of The Monkey and the Mouse: Episode 01

This is the cover of a new, downloadable minibook that has been put together by my new friend, Kevin Brett (on Twitter as @kev_brett). It is the first collection of his wonderfully fun and incredibly cute web comic called. The Monkey and the Mouse. Each week, Kev posts new strips that are inspired by, and feature, his 3 year old son and his little sister.

I started from the very beginning, when I found Kev's comic, and fell in love with the series right away. While enjoying Monkey's and Mouse's adventures, I have been reminded of so many things my own children have done to make me laugh as they have grown, and continue to grow. I applaud Kev for taking it upon himself to put his time and love into his comic and creating a fantastic archive of his kid's lives. What better way of doing this too...by drawing!!

In June, I noticed that Kev had posted a contest on Twitter. He asked folks to check out his web comic and post a comment about your favorite strip on the Facebook fan page. The winner was going to receive a one-of-a-kind sketchcard of the Monkey and the Mouse. Well, I never win anything (thought I), so I went on over to the site (http://tmtm.frumph.net/) and went through each and every strip. I chose the strip titled "On Three", which was one about a Slurpee brain-freeze...which I experience all the time with cold drinks! I commented on the one I liked best and wouldn't you know it...I WON! Kev sent me a terrific sketchcard, I sent him a book and animated short film I had the pleasure of working on so that he could share them with his family, and we've been chatting ever since.

Out of the blue, Kev sends me a message asking if I would like to help him out with a project. He asked if I would sketch a pin-up for a minibook he was putting together for his web comic. I couldn't believe it! I was honored, flattered, shocked, excited...and I agreed on the spot. In fact, I was so excited about working on something fun, that I finished the drawing and sent it off to Kev the very next weekend (if memory serves). Such a cool honor to be included among 5 other talented guest artists who contributed to the Monkey and the Mouse minibook! Here is the drawing I did for Kev:
Since I live in Arizona, I thought it would be fun to bring Monkey and Mouse over for a visit and surround them with all kinds of desert critters. I had lots of fun with this project.

Please, if you haven't had a chance, head on over to Kev's web comic and enjoy yourself!!

The Monkey and the Mouse - http://tmtm.frumph.net/

You should also visit the site where you can find the minibook for sale (http://www.piddleypix.co.uk/shop.html?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=170&category_id=40) and get yourself the PDF download! You will love it!

New Pet Portrait - Jamal

Well it's about time!! A new pet portrait to add to my blog! This drawing was one I donated for a silent auction at work. This was done from the photo you see above, cropped to the portion I focused on for the drawing. I used Prismacolor pencils. The dimensions of the entire drawing are 17 x 14. Please let me know what you think. I love to receive feedback on my work, so that I continue to grow. The dog's name was Jamal. Sadly, he is no longer with his family. My friend at work wanted to have this created for his Mother. I hope she enjoys it!

The Adventures of Bernard The World Destroyer

I have recently become a huge Skottie Young fan and as soon as I heard about Bernard, I had to have it. I have also become a fan of The Illustrated Section, where you can find this fantastic book from Skottie Young for just $2. You won't be disappointed AT ALL!

http://www.theillustratedsection.com/blog/2011/02/04/five-reasons-you-should-download-the-adventures-of-bernard/

You're still here? Really? What are you waiting for?

Final Drawing Pictures - Shih Tzu's

Here are some of the photos I took of the final drawing of the Shih Tzu's. Once again, I did this portrait all in colored pencil. Let me know what you think.

Latest Commission Work In Progress

Sorry it has been so long since I have posted anything here. After being laid off from both jobs last Fall, life has been quite a challenge as many people in the world well know. I'm happy to say that I have found work and have picked up my colored pencils as well. I love doing this kind of artwork and hope I have opportunity after opportunity to do so and continue to improve and learn more skills. Please let me know what you think of my latest that is now in progress.

New Creations in the Works

Here are some fun, new creations I've been working on. I'm currently cleaning them up and getting them painted in PhotoShop. I'll post the progress soon.

I hope you enjoy them.