Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
New Challenge - Spider
The new challenge is:Spider
The "Doofus" challenge is over. The new challenge is "Spider" and ends on May 4, 2009. The "Yecchh!" challenge continues this week and ends on April 27, 2009.
And The Winner Is... Josh Billings!
The winner for the "Doofus" challenge is:Josh (musarter) Billings!
Congratulations to Josh Billings. It seems that "doofus" left most of you uninspired. Those that did participate, though, really came through with so fantastic illustrations. Thanks!
I got a new chainsaw last week and there were a lot of warnings concerning the use of it. I swear to God, there was a graphic of a guy doing exactly this in there. I can't decide if the people who wrote the instruction book are doofuses or if someone had done this before and they felt compelled to include it.
Doofus
Here is a doofus that I hope is not too late. When I think of great doofuses, as defined by this challenge, I think of the television show "Freaks and Geeks." An underrated show that was unceremoniously canceled after only one season, "Freaks and Geeks" had so many great characters. This guy would have fit in perfectly with his D & D handbook in hand.
Love and elefants
Hello dear artists and co-illustrators!I just wanted to tell you that I started a new illustration and photo blog. This one is in English, so even those of you who don't speak fluent Finnish can understand. Comments are welcome in English and Finnish, also Swedish, German and Spanish are accepted. Well, any language is accepted and I will do my best to comprehend :)
Check it out here
http://lovelefants.blogspot.com/
Friday, April 17, 2009
My Illustrations
Here are some drawings of various creatures that I've been working on for the past couple of days, and I thought I'd just share them with you.
I also would like to have an opinion from anyone who would like to give it on this particular question: What looks better, drawing with black borderline or no black borderline? I think the black borderline creates a better effect, but I'd still like a few more opinions from other artists before I make this ultimatum.
All the Best,
Nick Fechter
UPDATE 4/19/09:
Here are two more illustrations that I did utilizing the marker tool, which I've discovered to be surprisingly convienient because it can color over a borderline without destroying it, allowing me to make these two mush faster than I could've a few days ago. I've really taken to heart a piece of professional advice that says to draw something every day, and even though it can prove a challenge to find time to do that, I find that it really allows me to brush-up on things such a figure-drawing and basice shape. If you have any opinions or advice you'd like to give me, please don't hesitate to ask.
All the Best,
Nick Fechter
Thursday, April 16, 2009
"careful with heels" by theangryhedonist
submission for monday artday theme: "yecchh!"
i cheated and used an old artwork.......hope its okay? its yecchh enough no? ^_^
dont you ladies hate it when you're in your favourite heels and the path is littered with potential hazards.... i've always secretly feared this (or something less tragic) might happen to me and my heel-lovin feet one day.
for more girls-in-dilemmas illustrations, looky at my blog here!
i cheated and used an old artwork.......hope its okay? its yecchh enough no? ^_^
dont you ladies hate it when you're in your favourite heels and the path is littered with potential hazards.... i've always secretly feared this (or something less tragic) might happen to me and my heel-lovin feet one day.
for more girls-in-dilemmas illustrations, looky at my blog here!
yecchh!
The challenge word this week on Monday Artday is (by my suggestion) "yecchh!"
I love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I always have. The drippier and gooey-er the better.
Before I began this illustration, I was inspired by THIS illustration by my friend and fellow artist Matt Can Draw. Matt is ridiculously talented and is the reason I started this blog.
I met Matt several years ago when we both worked in the marketing department in the corporate headquarters of a large chain of after-market auto parts stores. We were two of a roomful of artists who diligently worked to produce weekly color newspaper circulars. We all spent long hours hunched over our Macs, arranging tiny pictures of oil filters and brakes shoes, checking and re-checking prices and making sure our mail-in rebate offers added up correctly. When we were finished, we translated the whole shebang into Spanish, thanks to the invaluable assistance of our in-house translator, as no one was versed in that particular romance language... outside of the menu at Taco Bell.
Matt's cubicle was two away from mine. We were separated by a guy who spent more time surfing websites on his quest to free the inhabitants of Middle Earth than he did on his advertisements. One day, while waiting for a partucularly large ad to make it's way through the print queue to the the giant color printer, I walked by Matt's desk. He was doodling as usual. I commented that his drawing looked my drawings. Matt turned his head toward me, a puzzled look on his face. "You draw?," he asked. "Yeah, I draw.," I replied, "I've been drawing since I was four years old." Matt was shocked. "I've never seen you draw.," he said, still not shaking his surprise. Suddenly, his look of astonishment turned to contempt. "You know how to draw... and you don't?, " he sneered, "You should be ashamed of yourself." I have ten years on Matt, but this guy was scolding me! He seemed to be holding himself back from grabbing my shirt collar and shaking me. "When you leave work today," he began his order, "you go and get yourself a sketchbook and start to draw again. Jeez!" As I slunk back to my desk, I still heard him muttering about me and shirking my illustrative obligation to the world. But, He was right.
That evening, I bought a sketchbook. That night, I began to draw again. That was almost three years ago.
Thanks again Matt.
I love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I always have. The drippier and gooey-er the better.
Before I began this illustration, I was inspired by THIS illustration by my friend and fellow artist Matt Can Draw. Matt is ridiculously talented and is the reason I started this blog.
I met Matt several years ago when we both worked in the marketing department in the corporate headquarters of a large chain of after-market auto parts stores. We were two of a roomful of artists who diligently worked to produce weekly color newspaper circulars. We all spent long hours hunched over our Macs, arranging tiny pictures of oil filters and brakes shoes, checking and re-checking prices and making sure our mail-in rebate offers added up correctly. When we were finished, we translated the whole shebang into Spanish, thanks to the invaluable assistance of our in-house translator, as no one was versed in that particular romance language... outside of the menu at Taco Bell.
Matt's cubicle was two away from mine. We were separated by a guy who spent more time surfing websites on his quest to free the inhabitants of Middle Earth than he did on his advertisements. One day, while waiting for a partucularly large ad to make it's way through the print queue to the the giant color printer, I walked by Matt's desk. He was doodling as usual. I commented that his drawing looked my drawings. Matt turned his head toward me, a puzzled look on his face. "You draw?," he asked. "Yeah, I draw.," I replied, "I've been drawing since I was four years old." Matt was shocked. "I've never seen you draw.," he said, still not shaking his surprise. Suddenly, his look of astonishment turned to contempt. "You know how to draw... and you don't?, " he sneered, "You should be ashamed of yourself." I have ten years on Matt, but this guy was scolding me! He seemed to be holding himself back from grabbing my shirt collar and shaking me. "When you leave work today," he began his order, "you go and get yourself a sketchbook and start to draw again. Jeez!" As I slunk back to my desk, I still heard him muttering about me and shirking my illustrative obligation to the world. But, He was right.
That evening, I bought a sketchbook. That night, I began to draw again. That was almost three years ago.
Thanks again Matt.
My take on Yecchh!…
The box and hand were from a project that I started some months ago that never went anywhere due to budget constraints. So, I added in the eyeballs and background to round out the feeling of Yecchh! I really don't like the idea of loose eyeballs—maybe it's because I use mine so much—but it really grosses me out.
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Kung Pao Panda
Mmmmm tastes like chicken!Here's a fake movie poster I did last summer. Since about half of my portfolio would fall into the "Yecchh!" category I decided to slack this week, and just pull something out of the vault.
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Mini Whale
I was inspired to create this illustration using my whale character by a poem, "Mini Whale" by Carrie Heyes. You can view her reading the poem in this video clip. Haven't had a chance to work on this week's challenge, but I'd thought you like to see my latest.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Yecchh!!
Anyone else ever get this exact feeling when walking into a dark science room at school....seeing something looking back at you that really shouldn't be able to?? yEcChH!
What would you say if you saw this pair strolling down the street?
-Nick Fechter
http://nevilleandcompanycomics.blogspot.com/
YECCHH!!
Here's my favorite YECCHH! of all time, Sweeney Todd. I've lost track of how many times I've seen the movie or listened to the soundtrack. Those songs are just too darn jolly. You can't help but sing along!!
Doofus
This is Dusty the Doofus. His peers in grade school thought his name to be a bit long and dubbed him "Duh". And it stuck. So now you will find Dusty or, Duh, as they say, with half a comb-over, mis-matched socks, and ink stains on his shirt. Duh tends to get distracted easily and often times sweetens his coffee with salt. He then goes on to tell the nearest person how unique and flavorful the coffee is. Even his pet bunny "Roofus", eyes him in disbelief. Duh may not be the sharpest tack, but he's still quite lovable. Come on, how can you resist that smile?
Yecchh!
This can ruin a nice day at the beach. Technically, this could work for "doofus" too.
This a recycle from IF "string, but my "Doofus" will be new, I promise.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Bella, the Beautiful!
Meet the newest addition to our family, Bella...she is 20 weeks old, and is a Sheltie-Jack Russell mix. We got her free the day before Easter! She is the best Easter present I could have! We love her so much!
doofus
The Monday Artday challenge this week is "doofus".
That's right... doofus.
I have been taking the train to work for the past two years. The train experience is very interesting. I never realized how many certified doofuses take public transportation.
There's the "I gotta get on the train first" guy. This doofus is a grown man in a business suit who inches his way along the platform as the train slows to a stop. He aligns himself with the open door and he MUST BE THE FIRST ONE ON THE TRAIN! FIRST ONE!
There's "Creepy knit hat I got bodies in my freezer" guy. This doofus wears a dirty windbreaker, zipped up no matter what the weather. He looks like he hasn't bathed in years. Is that his neighbor's or family member's blood I see staining his jacket?
Then there's "Staring squinty" guy. This doofus stares at my son and me as we wait for the train each morning. He checks the posted schedule with his eyes as slits then widens them to inquisitive orbs and stares at us until the train comes.
Don't forget "What decade is this?" girl. This doofus (doofette?) is late every morning, arriving just as the train pulls into the station. She hurries up the platform steps, obviously having just dressed at a Grateful Dead concert circa 1968. She wears several blouses of similar sheer material and swirly patterns along with a tight denim skirt and bright colored tights. And nothing matches.
I'm sure they're writing the same things about me on their blogs.
That's right... doofus.
I have been taking the train to work for the past two years. The train experience is very interesting. I never realized how many certified doofuses take public transportation.
There's the "I gotta get on the train first" guy. This doofus is a grown man in a business suit who inches his way along the platform as the train slows to a stop. He aligns himself with the open door and he MUST BE THE FIRST ONE ON THE TRAIN! FIRST ONE!
There's "Creepy knit hat I got bodies in my freezer" guy. This doofus wears a dirty windbreaker, zipped up no matter what the weather. He looks like he hasn't bathed in years. Is that his neighbor's or family member's blood I see staining his jacket?
Then there's "Staring squinty" guy. This doofus stares at my son and me as we wait for the train each morning. He checks the posted schedule with his eyes as slits then widens them to inquisitive orbs and stares at us until the train comes.
Don't forget "What decade is this?" girl. This doofus (doofette?) is late every morning, arriving just as the train pulls into the station. She hurries up the platform steps, obviously having just dressed at a Grateful Dead concert circa 1968. She wears several blouses of similar sheer material and swirly patterns along with a tight denim skirt and bright colored tights. And nothing matches.
I'm sure they're writing the same things about me on their blogs.
New Challenge - Yecchh!
The new challenge is:Yecchh!
Illustrate your interpretation of the interjection "Yecchh!" Go nuts. This challenge was suggested by Josh Pincus - thanks, Josh!
The "Bunny" challenge is over. The new challenge is "Yecchh!" and ends on April 27, 2009. The "Doofus" challenge continues this week and ends on April 20, 2009.
And The Winner Is... Jeff Brame!
The winner for the "Bunny" challenge is:Jeff Brame!
Congratulations to Jeff Brame. I chose Jeffy's "Bunny by JeffyB" as the winner. Welcome back, Jeff! Jeff's dark style brings to mind the most cheery of horror - filled with spookiness, zombies, pop culture, retro cartoons and humor.
I've said it before but let me say it again - the quality of art and the wonderful artists here at Monday Artday constantly amaze me! You are all terrific and inspiring and the reason why this blog is so popular. It's always the hardest thing I do all week to pick a winner. Keep 'em coming, artists!
Murder Mystery Ingenue & Mob Boss
Two characters who are part of a series for a Murder Mystery project :)
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Saturday, April 11, 2009
Bunny
I was interested in capturing this bunny in a happy little pose—like when you think no one is watching you and you do something goofy. This is a new media for me—Derwent Graphitint pencils and watercolor paper.
In hindsight, maybe I should have added a little ipod in his hand.
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Bunny......Sort of
Hey, the recession has affected EVERYONE.
Have a very Dick Cheney Easter everybody! :D
-Nick Fechter
http://nevilleandcompanycomics.blogspot.com/
Stay Close - Bunny
My first post on Monday Artday. What a delightful challenge - bunny! 2 wild rabbits, mother and baby, braving their way across the clearing.
Friday, April 10, 2009
nick adenhart
Three nights ago the only thing on 22-year old rookie Nick Adenhart's mind was not giving up any runs to the Oakland A's starting lineup. Nick scattered seven hits and three walks across six innings, while ringing up five Oakland batters on strikes. Nick was looking great in his 2009 season debut as part of the pitching rotation of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Reliever Jose Arredondo took over pitching duties in the seventh inning and gave up two runs. The Angels sent two more relief pitchers in. One blown save later, the Angels had lost and, although he threw six scoreless innings, Nick finished the game with a "no-decision". Nick and his teammates hit the showers. In two hours, a selfish, lowlife, drunk piece of shit named Thomas Gallo would take away Nick's chance at a second start.
Nick was a passenger in a friend's Mitsubishi Eclipse as it approached the intersection of Orangethorpe and Lemon in Fullerton, a short distance from Angels Stadium. Thomas Gallo, driving with a suspended license and a previous DUI conviction, ran a red light in his Toyota Sienna and smashed into the Eclipse, instantly killing two of the passengers. Gallo fled the scene on foot. Emergency workers arrived and pulled Nick and his friends from the wrecked vehicle. Nick was rushed to University of California-Irvine Medical Center, where he died from injuries sustained in the crash. Gallo was apprehended on an embankment on interstate 91, thirty minutes after the accident.
On Friday morning, April 10, Gallo was charged with three counts of murder, one count of fleeing the scene of a traffic collision involving death or permanent injury, one count of driving under the influence and one count of driving with a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit. Gallo's blood-alcohol level was triple the legal limit. He faces a sentence of 55 years in prison.
The day before his first 2009 start, Nick called his dad in his native Baltimore and insisted he fly in for the game. "You're gonna see something special." he told his father.
Nick was a passenger in a friend's Mitsubishi Eclipse as it approached the intersection of Orangethorpe and Lemon in Fullerton, a short distance from Angels Stadium. Thomas Gallo, driving with a suspended license and a previous DUI conviction, ran a red light in his Toyota Sienna and smashed into the Eclipse, instantly killing two of the passengers. Gallo fled the scene on foot. Emergency workers arrived and pulled Nick and his friends from the wrecked vehicle. Nick was rushed to University of California-Irvine Medical Center, where he died from injuries sustained in the crash. Gallo was apprehended on an embankment on interstate 91, thirty minutes after the accident.
On Friday morning, April 10, Gallo was charged with three counts of murder, one count of fleeing the scene of a traffic collision involving death or permanent injury, one count of driving under the influence and one count of driving with a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit. Gallo's blood-alcohol level was triple the legal limit. He faces a sentence of 55 years in prison.
The day before his first 2009 start, Nick called his dad in his native Baltimore and insisted he fly in for the game. "You're gonna see something special." he told his father.
Peter Rottentail
I posted this back in October for the "Zombie" theme... thought I'd repost for the "Bunny" theme and the holiday weekend.It's Zombie Bunny Day... don't forget to leave out some rotten carrots for the Zombie Bunny, kids!
A layout for an animation I did last Spring. Here's a link if you wanna check it out:
Zombie Bunny Day
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dibujitos: el lince los invita a investigar...
Hola! Queria acercarles este lince que dibuje y pinte, e invitarlos nuevamente a que pasen por http://floresazuladas.blogspot.com/ e investiguen, piensen, disfruten, observen y lean. Estan invitados todos a aguegarse como seguidortes, si quieren.Saludos para todos
Old West
This WOULD HAVE BEEN my submission for the Old West contest last week, but technical difficulties prevented me from doing so. I don't know if it would've beat Chud's awesome drawing, but it might've been a contender. I hope Mike and the rest of the talented artists that make Monday Art Day will forgive my tardiness.
Please tell me if you like it, and don't hesitate to give me any helpful advice :)
All the Best,
Nick Fechter
http://nevilleandcompanycomics.blogspot.com/
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