Projects

Zack Hero: Website Illustration

Sep 01

Hurray for drawing! I have had the opportunity to work with a lovely lady named Laurie.  She has been so very kind, and also is ready to take my professional advice.

The idea behind this piece was to capture the boys excitement over Zack Hero.  The Zack Hero logo is placed where the boys are pointing.  I took out the logo so you can just see the illustration.

Watercolor/digital.

I first sent the client a rough sketch of the idea. I thought looking 3/4 over the boys shoulders was nice, however the client ultimately decided on the perspective from directly behind the boys.  I should always thumbnail.

I did a couple more thumbnails to help figure out the position of the camera.

Here we have the rough with some value tones.

Cheers!

Black Lantern Map

Aug 30

The smashing duo of Nicholas Jackson and Samantha Nienow of RedZest Design team up to create a fun map for The Black Lantern Resort and Retreat.  I supplied the illustration while Samantha took care of the graphics.  We wanted the Black Lantern guests to be meet with a very informative yet friendly map.  I think it went well.

Collaborating For Success Fall Issue

Aug 27

I recently had the privilege of designing and illustrating the cover of the Collaborating For Success Fall Directory.  This directory is great as a guide for fall activities in the Bemidji Area.  Keep your eye out for this directory if you live in the Bemidji Area.

Newsound Album Art

Aug 04

Newsound

Newsound is a fantastic upcoming band featuring solid original worship music. I had the privilege of creating the cover of their latest album/EP.  The idea here is out of Revelation 5:11-13.

Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders.

In a loud voice they sang:
“Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”
Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, singing:
“To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, forever and ever!”

The idea that I really wanted to get across was the animals worshiping in their own way.  I realize that not every fox you run across plays the keys…or does he :)

Process

Below I shown my progress in the piece and how it all came together. Keep in mind this started with thumbnails and quite a few sheets of paper just drawing animals.  I don’t usually draw animals so I had to do quite a bit of reference and practice.

Here is the initial line drawing sent to the client after hours of sketching.  This drawing was done with my friend, Sketchbook Pro.

After a few chats with my client, I presented a drawing which would then move to color.

This is the color rough, that I have been doing lately, just to give the client and idea of color.  This is super helpful and for sure worth the effort to put it together.

Here is the pencil drawing on paper transfered with an enlarger.

Here we have the watercolor under painting for value and texture.  All the coloring in this piece will happen digitally.

Enjoy :)

David And Goliath

Jul 12

David and Goliath is such a fantastic story. The  battle between the underdog and the overbearing giant is as exciting as it in insightful into a characteristic of the Lord. Despite all odds the boy is triumphant and wins the day.  I have decided to retell some of my favorite Biblical stories and will be posting my ideas here.  If you are interested in a print please don’t hesitate to let me know.

Father’s Day

Jul 10

This year I made illustrations for my Mom and Dad on Father’s day and Mother’s day.  This piece for my Dad is special as he used to enjoy skiing with one of his boys in a carrier on his back. He said that he wouldn’t go very far before he would feel my tiny head hit his shoulders.  I would be asleep.  I guess skiing rocked me to sleep.

So cheers to my Dad for his love, guidance, humor, and support for me an my family.

Thanks Dad.

DLBC Shirt Designs

Jun 30

Camp time again friends!  Here are the camp shirt designs for this year.  The last couple years of camp we have been trying to do more with our apparel.  At one time there was only one option for camp shirts.  Not only are there 3 options today, but the ladies even have their own cut of shirt and graphics. Head over to dlbconline.com if you are interested in purchasing one.

Gnomes are so silly.  I can’t look at one and not laugh. This year I thought it would be fun to talk about how the real world in rather a light hearted manner.  With so many things in our lives we pretend we live in other worlds. This can happen by spending too much time with entertainment.  Although I love fantasy and all that goes with it, the reality of our existence is that we need to live for God.  So get your heads out of the clouds. Stop watching so much TV.

What little girl doesn’t like unicorns.  Here is an example of using something fun like a unicorn, and have a downright fantastic teachable moment.

This year’s theme and logo were put on a tshirt and sweatshirt…hurray for zip hoodies!

Kenya

Jun 29

My friend Deb is taking a team to Kenya for some missions.  To raise support and awareness I have helped in creating a campaign that includes t-shirts, and a dinner invite. This is my design that will end up on the tshirt and invites later on.  I’ll keep you posted as these items come in.  To be a part of this ministry head over to their website www.kenya-calledbyfaith.org

With Mommy, Life Is Good

May 18

Thinking back on my childhood brings fond memories of my mother.  There is no way I can possibly imagine all that she has done for me.  One of the biggest gifts my mom ever gave me was her time.  Endless hours of attention, playing, and care-taking for us children.  This Mother’s Day I wanted to tip my hat to my mother and the special time we have had together.  This of course, even the simple things like pulling us in a wagon.

Cheers to Mom!