Author Archives: Mike

Illustration podcasts, illustration podcasts & more illustration podcasts

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Mike

I don’t know about you, but I am completely addicted to podcasts. While I’m working on the computer especially when I’m working on something boring and time consuming like archiving work or color correcting photos I like to listen to … Continue reading →

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My latest shot on Dribbble.com

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Mike

This is my latest shot on www.dribbble.com possibly the most addictive design/illustration site on the web. This is a very active community of creatives from all over the world. I estimate that there is over 15,000 people registered on this … Continue reading →

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3 great webcomics you should check out

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Mike

The great thing about the web that keeps it vital and constantly growing into our lives is its ability to give people an outlet to keep putting out there whatever it is that they are passionate about and making it … Continue reading →

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Taking a shot at making stock art

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Mike

I’ve started to put together a portfolio of stock illustrations together. It’s quite a balancing act trying to create something that tells a story yet staying open enough that it can be used for lots of different purposes. How do … Continue reading →

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15 inspiring illustration websites

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Mike

Below is 15 inspiring illustration websites that all visual artists should take a look at. (in no particular order) 1. illustrationmundo.com An illustration community/database website started by the iconic illustrator Nate Williams. Any artist should take a look through the … Continue reading →

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Living In Style cover June 2011

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Mike

I’m happy with how this cover came out. There’s not a whole lot to say about it. I worked closely from a photo that the staff really liked and I think the final product printed great. Hope you like it … Continue reading →

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Sporting Kansas City Music Schedule

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Mike

This design was more about just getting all the copy shown in a way that is easy to read and still interesting to look at. I found a soccer ball that had an interesting design and I drew it the … Continue reading →

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