James Brown's Birthday

It was James Brown's birthday this week, back in 1933, so, I drew this one in tribute to the Godfather of Soul. Thanks for the dance lessons, James.

5.5 x 8.5 Canson basic sketchbook. acrylic wash, black and white charcoal pencils.

Big Maybelle's Birthday

Big Maybelle (Maybelle Louise Smith) born today, back in 1924

Sketchbook. 5 x 8. acrylic wash, #2 pencil &white charcoal.

the reviews are in

Contra Magazine showcased a few of my illustrations this week on their stylish blog brimming with modern, new indy flavor, and a slick sliding slideshow presentation. Check these kids out.

SMITHY thoughtfully reviewed my illustrations this week, as well, on their blog "about thoughts, ideas, songs, and stories, picture and words, that flow through Smith."

And yes, we have the same last name.

"It has a noir-like quality that could’ve come right out of the pulp fiction haydays of the 30’s and 40’s, but it still feels utterly modern." Read more.