Drawing lines is the most fundamental method for defining objects in a two-dimensional medium. As illustrators, our daily work is so filled with lines that we easily take them for granted. It sometimes helps to go back to the basics before tackling more complex problems. So before we get into complex discussions of layers, blend modes, color holds, and other such insanity, let’s get back to basics and take some time to get to know our lines. This will be review for most everyone reading this, but we’ve got to start somewhere. The beginning is as good a place as any. Read more »

Nick and I filmed our Super Art Fight poster jam. Two hours condensed down into seven minutes. We had a blast. Read more »

Here’s a quick demon sketch done entirely on my Nintendo DS.  The program is a homebrew application called Colors! The DS is pressure sensitive and Colors! records every brush stroke so you can output timelapse movies to upload.  Love it. Read more »

A quick sketch done with Sharpie Poster Paint markers. Unlike regular Sharpie markers, these guy won’t bleed. And you can’t get high off of the fumes. You can get quite a lot of coverage with just one marker. They’re also great for painting DIY custom vinyl toys. Read more »

This is a quick sketch that I recorded for a feature on Angry Zen Master called Super Geek Wars where I pit characters from different franchises against each other in singles combat. Readers vote on who they think would win in a no holds barred fight. This particular sketch features Logan, Wolverine, from the X-Men comics and Manji from Blade of the Immortal. Read more »