Process
We talking 'bout practice, man. I received a message on Instagram the other day asking me about my process. My response was rather short, as I don’t often give it much thought. I draw so... Continue reading→
The Courage to Create
The ability to do something that frightens one.That’s courage. Ever since I was a kid I’ve been told I was creative. It’s like a name badge I walk around with. “Hello, I’m creative.” I don’t... Continue reading→
Good Things
Coffee for me is a non-negotiable. The persistent narrative of coffee is that it’s the caffeine we all crave. That we need that “boost” of energy to jumpstart the morning, and become some discernible form... Continue reading→
F**k AI “Art”
Prompts don’t make you an artist. It’s difficult for me to get the right words out about this. Partly because I’m jacked up on caffeine and the shakes are setting in, but more because of... Continue reading→
Pruning
“Clarify your message.” I couldn’t agree more with these words from Donald Miller. Read through any brand/marketing copy that hasn’t had a professional scrub, and you’ll see very quickly that people struggle with clear messaging.... Continue reading→
Sneaky Peaky
Once upon a time Hearing (or reading) those 4 words gets me giddy with anticipation. I’m already hooked. What adventure awaits? Who is doing the adventuring? What perils will they face? Who will help? How... Continue reading→
Magic Wand
Illustratio! That’s what I say when I wave my pencil over a blank sheet of paper. Then the lines magically appear. There’s a bit of a flourish when I say the word, and I say... Continue reading→
The 3 Is of Illustration
How did you find your style? I get asked that question a lot. I believe there is a genuine curiosity beyond the question stemming from a desire to find one’s own style. I’m just not... Continue reading→