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Here is to not all things digital.  Contrary to mainstream belief,  digital is not always the answer.  I keep thinking of what Yoda said about the dark side. “Is the dark side stronger? Faster, more seductive…”  Ultimately it cost Luke his hand.

Here are some stages of a more traditional approach to image making.  Some of the work was enhanced digitally, but the concept and execution started with a little sweat, a treated surface and some ink.  I did this in response to the Rolling Stone article about McChrystal.

Many of my friends and family have children and with that being said, “Happy Father’s Day.”  Below is an illustration I did for Nylon Guys Magazine which is currently on the stands.  Nylon is one my top choices of magazines I want to get illustration work from so this was pretty exciting.  Thanks Alex for this wonderful assignment.

And Ozzy, I hope you like my illustration of you.  If you ever happen to read this, I’ll send you a copy of the image if you are interested.  Happy Fathers Day.

I’m going to be in the Giant Robot Post-It V show in NY.  Although the show will be up from June 19 – July 7, if you see something you like, you take it with you so getting there early gives you the best choices and a chance to see the whole show.  The shows reception is Saturday June 19th from 6:30 – 10.  I’m excited to be in the show which includes some pretty heavy hitters.  Below is the info along with my pieces for the show and three close-ups.  Hope you can make it!

Several years ago I purchased my first digital camera.  A few weeks ago the retractable lens jammed, so I decided to do some research for a new one.  The digital revolution has evolved faster than any other form of evolution I can think of, with the exception of the creation of the big bang theory, and in many way is on the consumers side.  I was able to buy a better camera for cheaper. (330.00 vs 212.00) for almost 4 times the digital quality.  Which brings me to a similar thought?  Does anyone buy extended warranties on items under 500.00 anymore?

Below is an image I made recently showing a woman surrounded by the almost defunct negative strip.  Version 1, although less traditional color wise, slightly emphases the ink work more than the other one.  Enjoy.