There is usually a contest or some web request for art-inspired-by-such-and-such-topic available on a weekly if not daily basis. It’s impossible to keep up with them all but, Betsy Bird’s request to draw a Dr. Seuss image in the style of another illustrator seemed like one to make time for. Dr. Seuss was the firstContinue reading “Betsy Bird’s Choice”
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Wild Elyse
Family members tend to show up in my sketches, as I’m sure they do for other artists. I’m working on a new character and my cousin is definitely part of the inspiration. She is a firecracker and a sweet heart. Here is a sketch study of her running on ice. It seems appropriate on LeapContinue reading “Wild Elyse”
Jimmy G’s Choice
I have submitted a piece to “Bits in Multiples of 8: An 8bit-64bit Video Game Fan Art Zine” brought to you by Jimmy Giegerich. We will see if it gets in. Also here is Link in color, this was my first sketch.
From the Past
As time would have it I didn’t not get a chance to make a new sketch for today’s post. However, I was recently looking back at an old project of mine and I thought it would be fun to share it. Who doesn’t love Dinosaurs!
Work in Progress
A long term project I have from Matt is to draw his life rules. Rule Number 1 : Roll When you Hit the Ground This isn’t finished but, I’m so behind! I still owe an Animal Wednesday or Kids! By the end of today!
Poster Proof
This is happening! I am getting an 18 x 24 inch poster printed of the Animals in Alphabet. Today, I got to see a proof! Thank you Geno! More news to come on when they will be for sale. Today I am jumping up and down, with caution as my left arm is all outContinue reading “Poster Proof”
Everyone’s Choice
Where’s the X? It’s HERE! X is for Xenops I am so happy to have these letters finally done! One full set of Alphabet is illustrated. I’m sure one day, if they take off, I will make seconds for the more popular letters. We will see. There is no good reason I left the XContinue reading “Everyone’s Choice”
Black & White Animal Sketches
Some days I love to aimlessly draw animals with my brush pen. If you didn’t see the incredible Kathy Temean interviewed me on her blog this weekend!
Alphabeasts Choice
I know Alphabeasts are up to Q but, I’m still trying to finish up my O and P. The past two weeks have been so packed that I have just been trying to keep up. I have felt like people trying to run on a speeding tredmill. Hope you got as good a laugh asContinue reading “Alphabeasts Choice”
Animals in a Show!
My artwork will be in an upcoming show, I invite you all to attend the opening at the Three Graces Gallery. Opening Reception 5 to 8pm in conjunction with the first friday artwalk Friday February 3rd 105 Market St. Portsmouth, NH I have a couple of new pieces: Kookaburra is my buddy at the zoo.Continue reading “Animals in a Show!”
Sketchbook Project 2012
Okay time to make the longest scrolling post I can today! I finished my sketchbook project just in time toget to the post office by the end of the day. It means my final product looks a bit more like a color comp but I’m happy with it. I didn’t compromise any page, no spreadContinue reading “Sketchbook Project 2012”
NYC SCBWI 2012
What a weekend! My trip to NYC started Wednesday and ended Sunday night. I was able to visit friends, have a portfolio review in a publishing house and spend intensive time at the National SCBWI Conference. Every day was packed from early morning until late or even early morning, every night. I seem to haveContinue reading “NYC SCBWI 2012”
Casey Girard Illustration 