The Beard's 40th birthday present

Oh man it's been a while since my last post. What a year though. Quit a job, did freelance for a while, then got my dream job. This piece was the first piece of work I have done in my free time since I started my new job 6 months ago. And what better way to start drawing again in my free time than a present for a mate.

Hopefully it won't be too long until my next post again.

Nana Barb Book Cover

At the beginning of the year I was asked to illustrate the cover the John Auckland's debut novel The Adventures Of Nana Barb. I then did some work for the website.

I read the book to get some inspiration and was really excited to be a part of it. I am huge fan of sci-fi/ fantasy books so I got straight to work.

The book has been out for a few months now and is getting some fantastic reviews. Check it out online- http://www.nanabarb.com/ 

The finished piece!

Here is the final illustration. Enjoy!

Space Sketch

Woah it's been a long time since I have been on here! This year has flown by. I have been fortunate enough to have quit my full time job and draw for a living this year. It has had its ups and downs, but mostly ups. It has been pretty busy but I now have a bit of time to get on with some personal work. So here is a sketch which I have just started inking. ENJOY!

Office Types - Cutesy Clutter

To the lady that brings all her toys and memorabilia to work and arranges in an efficient and delightfully cramped manner.

Iron Man

I thought my portfolio needed a portrait image, and seeing that I'm REALLY looking forward to the Avengers Assemble movie, I thought it would have to be Robert Downey Jr. If I get some more free time, I may do the rest of the gang. Thought there is an urge to do Scarlett next.

The National

Thought I would do a piece on of my favourite bands - The National. Inspired by their song Mistaken For Strangers.

This was a fun one. I don't usually use such saturated and bold colours. What do you reckon?