Finding cartoon ideas and more topics to integrate with your ideas can have you scratching around aimlessly unless you have a definite plan or method. I have tried several ways to generate ‘new’ cartoon ideas and they all seem to work to varying degrees of success. Here are my top methods which I use regularly […]
I have two strands of employment – art and fire consultancy. It has always been fun to draw and I eventually developed this happy pastime into an art based business. I am now a professional cartoonist and run several websites. As an ex fire-fighter I retired in 2008 but continued my own fire consultancy business. […]
Who was Dr Seuss Theodor Seuss Geisel, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss, is an internationally known author of award-winning children and adult books. The son of German immigrants, he created the most popular beginner reader books in the world. A poet, a cartoonist, a film maker, a political activist, and an author are just a few of […]
I illustrate several web sites with my own original cartoons. Some are my own web sites and others are commissions. Illustrating blog posts with original cartoons has many benefits both to myself and other web site owners. Images for blogging and any other article is essential. If someone clicks on a page and sees […]
In this Episode of the Procartoon Podcast… Having received so many listener questions I am devoting time to answer as many that you have sent in as possible. Scroll down to read the extensive show notes below in conjunction with the Podcast Audio – All links in the Podcast are detailed in the show notes […]
Keeping a refillable leather bound sketchbook in your bag lets you draw, sketch, and write without the need for any digital gadgets. Ideas can occur at any time and being able to jot them down in the moment is important. Having a pencil and quality leather bound sketchbook available ensures a clear creative path […]
There are dozens of colored pencil brands on the market. Choosing the best-colored pencils for artists work is critical to get the greatest result. Although digital art is getting more mainstream the majority of artists still enjoy creating work with more traditional means. It is pleasing to see that good old pen, ink and colored pencils are […]
In this Episode of the Procartoon Podcast..What happens when you cannot think of any cartoon ideas ? How do you find the idea for a great cartoon when the inspiration fairy has had the day off? I have developed a system for finding great ideas that you can use if you get ‘cartoonists block’… Do […]
In this digital drawing tablet review I look at the XP-Pen Deco 01 I was recently asked to review the Deco 01 by XP-Pen.com, which I was happy to do as it has very good reviews and customer ratings. While researching the XP-Pen.com web site I saw that it has some interesting features and was […]
In this Episode of the Procartoon Podcast…I Look forward to Web site and cartooning goals for 2018…A simple, effective way to correct color casts in watercolor scans….Create professional prints of your artwork cost effectively…5 top rated cartooning pens reviewed. Read the extensive show notes below in conjunction with the Podcast Audio – All links in […]
Finding the perfect gift for those who are artistically talented can be a challenge. Gift ideas for artist minded people are not difficult but you want to buy quality that will be really appreciated. Artists need something that can feed their creativity or to help nurture their budding talent. Paints, brushes, and graphics tablets are obvious […]
Which are the Best buy drawing Tablets – Drawing Tablets for All Digital Artists? Choosing the right drawing tablet all comes down to each digital artist’s personal choice. Some want an indirect pad where you draw on the pad and it appears on your laptop or PC screen. Others prefer a direct pad where you […]
Which are the best calligraphy nibs for beginners? If you are a cartoonist, artist or calligraphist, pen selection is one of the most the most important elements. If you are Ebeneezer Scrooge and make purchases based purely on cost then save yourself some time and don’t bother reading the rest of this article. Great artwork […]
5 top rated types of watercolor paper pads for paint and watercolor pencils If you’re an artist of any level, you know how the type of wear and tear your paper goes through as you’re transferring ideas from your mind to the sketch pad. Whether it be a pen and pencil doodle or using watercolors, […]
Adding a set of the best fine tip pens to your art supplies will open creative doors you never knew about. Regular ink pens have their uses, but when it comes to creating sharper detailed drawings or just making your handwriting look neater, using a few of the best extra fine point pens can help. […]
A list of stuff to draw is something I find useful sometimes when my creative drawing idea generator packs up. Sometimes called ‘artists block’ it’s the most frustrating state of mind when the artistic well is temporarily empty. A list of stuff to draw is one way that you can find ideas and I have […]
Great art happens when you embrace great innovations. If you have a passion for art, you’ve probably already spent years discovering just what you can do with a pencil and some paper. So why would you want an art graphics drawing tablet? It may be time to upgrade to a good drawing tablet to see […]
What are the best drawing tablets for beginners and pro’s? – We look at the top 5 Tablets Most cartoonists began drawing the good old-fashioned way – with pen and paper. In the 21st century, the horizons of best cartooning have expanded into the digital realm as well. The advent of the computer drawing pad, also […]
Table top easels are an essential part of an artist’s life. They must be functional, hold the essential supplies, and be easily mobile. There’s no point in being inspired to paint a beautiful landscape when you need to wait until you get home to access your supplies. Leave the bulky supplies at home. Discover the […]
5 Highly rated lightboxes for drawing and tracing As an artist, you may need to create duplicates of a particular drawing. An easy and accurate way of making a copy of an existing drawing or pattern is to use a lightbox rather than re-drawing it from scratch. What is a lightbox and what can a […]
The creators of Wallace and Gromit are back with their new animation film ‘Early man’. But don’t get too excited yet as it doesn’t get released until the spring of A.D. 2018. The setting of Early Man is when cavemen first ruled the earth when the new bronze era is just about to start. […]
Top 5 Watercolor Pencil Sets Some artists enjoy paint, while others gravitate towards colored pencils – why not both? Those who aren’t familiar with penciling techniques might be wondering, “What is a watercolor pencil?” Watercolor pencils give artists the best of both worlds by combining two unique mediums, taking each drawing to a much higher […]
5 top rated airbrush starter kits with compressors Airbrushing is a technique of creating art by mixing air and paint to create a fine mist which is applied to a variety of surfaces such as metal, paper, etc. A compressor is used to push an even rush of air through a hose to the brush […]
If you are on the lookout for the best drawing tablets for artists there is such a huge choice it can be difficult to know where to start. The market for tablets is getting more diverse with a multitude of features such as screen size, processor power and price to name a few. For the […]
I have long admired Lynne Chapman’s beautiful children’s book illustrations since my children were first encouraged to read. She has illustrated 30 children’s books spanning over 17 years with characters filled with emotion that jump off the page letting the reader totally feel the story. Lynne Chapman – Expressive Picture Book Characters Course […]