Comics and illustration portfolio of Kevin Moore
Some days it seems like my country is overrun by guys like this: not too bright, but full of anger, fear, resentment and overconfident opinions on the decline of “America” – a vague notion that rests more on fictional, highly idealized (and edited) versions of a glorious mid-20th Century past.
Drawn in Paper by 53.
I think I unconsciously borrowed that cat from a Chuck Jones cartoon.
Drawn in Paper by 53. I will be adding this and other Paper sketches to the sketchbook gallery soon.
My son was watching The Adventures of TinTin, an early 90s animated adaptation of Hergé’s classic comic books, and it inspired the above entry in my sketchbook. The series is faithful to the look and style of the comics, the character design, the stories and, more unsettling, Hergé’s unapologetic racism and imperialist condescension. If anything, … Read More “Sketchbook: TinTin Discovers Edward Said” »
I just added four new caricatures to the relevant gallery. I have started a project of almost daily caricature work in my sketchbook for my own personal enjoyment and artistic growth. The use of color pencils aims to extend my skills into areas I have felt uncomfortable with. I don’t want to rely on Photoshop … Read More “New Caricatures: Paul, Santorum, Newt and Romney” »
Rendered with a humble Pilot Precise 5 pen. Those are great for sketches. I like the bite of the line work here. I wonder if I can duplicate it in a more finished product. The challenge is to not tighten up, but respond to the line you are putting down. I’ll be using different tools … Read More “Sketchbook Caricature: Jim Bunning” »