My latest childlike artwork came to life with the aid of a whiteboard preliminary sketch. From there it was on to the inking and watercolor process.
Childlike Artwork
From Tool Box
Inktober 2019 Final Illustration!
I enjoyed the Inktober art challenge so much that I even created a How To free-hand ink drawing video for my Inktober 2019 final illustration. Enjoy!
Cartoon Drawing Videos from Joana Miranda Studio
Here are two more cartoon drawing videos showcasing the wonderful line variety I can achieve using my Sailor Fude Nib Fountain Pen. Enjoy!
Children’s Book Illustrations – My SCBWI Draw This! August Entry
My children's book illustrations start from a word, concept or idea. From there I create a rough pencil draft but try to refer to it merely as a guide...
Cat Cartoon Sketches: Nine Lives of Fun!
I could spend nine lives working on my cat cartoon sketches. Meet my feline muse/model and occasional art critic in this funny post...
Watercolor Cartoon Drawings and the Importance of Play
Take a step-by-step look at my latest watercolor cartoon drawings. I'm throwing caution to the wind all in the name of play (and research, of course!)
Cartoon Drawing in Process – The Lazy Days of Summer
Take a look at my cartoon drawing process with this fun hyperlapse drawing video. My Youtube channel contains lots more cartoon drawing videos as well!
Anatomy of a Cartoon (& Rejection as a Creative Catalyst)
Sometimes the best cartoon ideas don't quite work out as planned. Here's an honest look at the anatomy of one of my own cartoons...and why I decided to scrap it in the end.
My New Favorite Cartoon Pen
I thought I had a favorite cartoon pen until I changed up the format and size of my 'toons. Fortunately, I've discovered that you can never have too many favorites!
New Illustration – Mud Season is Upon Us
My latest illustration was created with mud season in mind. It also happened to be created for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Draw This! contest.