(This post is also available for free on my Substack.) READ ON SUBSTACK What’s the difference between a fine artist and an illustrator? Here’s a few quips: “A fine artist paints the soul; a commercial artist paints the packaging.” “Fine artists hang in galleries. Commercial artists hang in deadlines.” “Fine art is what you do after the client goes home.” To me, the biggest difference is...
Just posted my latest DOODLEBOP! studio newsletter on Substack. (It's free!) In this issue: McDonald's, Monopoly, mascots, exploding books, giant mosquitos, and more! READ ON SUBSTACK ...
Last year I illustrated the refresh of Mr. Monopoly for Hasbro. After a ten-year hiatus McDonald's is bringing back its Monopoly game which means some of my artwork is being used in the campaign and on McDonald's packaging. What a treat to see my artwork on a McDonald's bag! The game is a bit different this time, with most of it...
I know it's not even October yet but I'm excited to show these. Hasbro hired me to illustrate some Halloween poses featuring the Mr. Monopoly re-design I did for them last year. Here's a sampling. ...
As a freelance illustrator one of my specialties is character design. I periodically get calls from business owners who want a custom mascot to help promote their product or service. I’ve designed mascots for several companies and even designed the refresh of Mr. Monopoly for Hasbro’s updated version of the classic board game. Not every brand needs a mascot, but in many industries...
I took an old sketchbook doodle, colored it up, and wrote a children's poem to go with it. ...
