Sunday, December 30, 2012

2012 Howard M. Shum Awards

To present my award-winning annual awards here is a drawing I did of model Lauren Marie Young.

Best Film - “Cloud Atlas” Written and directed by Lana Wachowski, Andy Wachowski, & Tom Tyker based on the novel by David Mitchell. An ambitious film about redemption through not one but several lifetimes.

Best Director - Lana Wachowski, Andy Wachowski, & Tom Tyker, “Cloud Atlas” It’s easy to play it safe and do things that are recognizable and familiar. Visionaries take risks and are bold and do not go that route.

Actor - Joaquin Phoenix, “The Master” Damaged from his experiences in World War II, Phoenix transforms and commits into this role that few of his generation could have done.

Supporting Actor - Samuel L. Jackson “Django Unchained” I respect popular actors who have the choice not to play unlikable or in this case the most evil character in the movie, yet still choose to do so. Jackson does an excellent job in this film.

Actress - Jennifer Lawrence, “Silver Linings Playbook” She has a strong film presence and is versatile.

Supporting Actress - Jessica Chastain “Lawless” She appears to be one of those rare actors who can play any part imagined.

Screenplay - “Django Unchained” by Quentin Tarantino. Tarantino goes where none have dared and he does it with aplomb.

Cinematographer - Seamus McGarvey “Anna Karenina” Another film that went the unorthodox route. McGarvey made it look amazing with some incredible camera moves.

Animated Film - “Wreck-It Ralph” Directed by Rich Moore. A fun and touching movie.

Television Show Drama “Breaking Bad” Still the best television show of all time.

Television Show Comedy “Don’t Trust the B----- in Apartment 23” This is an insane show that is very creative. A lot of so-called TV comedies aren’t even funny. This one makes up for all those.

Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year (NFL) - Andrew Luck and Bruce Arians of the Indianapolis Colts respectively. Before the season started, everyone said the Colts would be lucky to win 2-3 games this year. They pointed out that the Colts had a rookie quarterback and when Peyton Manning was a rookie he had a better team and he only won two games. Well this group of mostly scrubs lead by a quarterback who may one day be even greater than Peyton, exceeded those predictions and made the playoffs and with an interim coach at the helm.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Star Wars Galactic Files

I did sketch cards for Topps' Star Wars Galactic Files set. These are the cards I get to keep. Send me an e-mail if you would like to buy any.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Bella Heathcote

Here is a drawing I did of actress Bella Heathcote.

Check out Part 1 and Part 2 of my short film talking with animation artist Robert Valley (TRON: Uprising, The Beatles Rock Band, Gorillaz).

Monday, December 03, 2012

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Monday, November 26, 2012

Camille Rowe - Free Caricature

Here's a drawing I did of model Camille Rowe. You can get a FREE caricature like this by me of anyone you want if you order a copy of my comic Fusillade from my online store. This offer is good until December 22, 2012.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Monday, November 12, 2012

Kate Upton - Vogue

Here is a drawing I did of model Kate Upton. Based on her Vogue photoshoot with Steven Meisel.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012

Monday, October 29, 2012

Taylor Swift

Here's a drawing I did of Taylor Swift based on a cover photo for Glamour.

Monday, October 15, 2012

Monday, October 08, 2012

Ellen Hoog

Here is a drawing I did of Olympic gold medalist for field hockey Ellen Hoog.

Monday, October 01, 2012

Paul George

Here is a drawing I did of Indiana Pacers guard/forward Paul George.

Monday, September 24, 2012

Friday, September 21, 2012

Monday, September 17, 2012

Monday, September 10, 2012

Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Friday, August 31, 2012

Black Cat - Catrinel Menghia

Here is a drawing I did of Black Cat based on a pose by model-actress Catrinel Menghia.

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Mars Attacks!

I did sketch cards for Topps' Mars Attacks! set. Here are the cards I get to keep. E-mail me if you want to buy any.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Monday, August 13, 2012

Monday, August 06, 2012

Laura Mennell and Azita Ghanizada

Here is a drawing I did of actresses Laura Mennell and Azita Ghanizada. Watch their show "Alphas" on Syfy.

Monday, July 30, 2012

San Diego Comic-Con 2012

Here are some photos I took this year at the San Diego Comic-Con 2012.
I drew a bunch of caricatures at the con. Yes, I available for events, birthday parties, and bar mitzvahs in the Los Angeles area.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Laura Mennell

Here is a drawing I did of actress Laura Mennell. Watch her show Alphas on Syfy channel.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Sunday, July 08, 2012

Jordan Hamilton

Here is a drawing I did of the Denver Nugget's Jordan Hamilton.

I will be at Bobby Rubio's booth #1943 during the San Diego Comic-Con 2012. Come see a preview of the new book Armando Zanker and I are working on. The amazing Robert Valley (Tron, Beatles Rock Band, Gorillaz) will also be at the booth.

Tuesday, July 03, 2012

Baby Doll - Emily Browning - Sucker Punch

Here is a drawing I did of Emily Browning as Baby Doll from the underrated movie "Sucker Punch."

Monday, July 02, 2012

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Community

Here is a drawing I did of Alison Brie, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Gillian Jacobs as Annie, Shirley, and Britta from "Community." I will have several art prints available at the Six Seasons and a Movie Art Show June 23-24 in Los Angeles, CA. Go here for more info.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Kevin Durant

Here is a drawing I did of the best player in the NBA right now Kevin Durant. Thunder up!

Monday, June 04, 2012

Superbad

Here's a drawing I did of Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Jonah Hill, and Michael Cera from Superbad.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Monday, May 21, 2012

Garbage

Here is a drawing I did of one of my favorite bands Garbage: Steve Marker, Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, and Butch Vig. Pick up their new album "Not Your Kind of People."

Monday, May 14, 2012

Star Wars Galaxy 7

I did sketch cards for Topps' Star Wars Galaxy 7 set. Here are the ones I get to keep. E-mail me if you are interested in buying one.

Wednesday, May 09, 2012

Sherlock and Watson

Here is a drawing I did of Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson from the BBC show "Sherlock" created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss. I like this modern iteration of Sherlock a lot. The stories and acting are fantastic and the visuals are clever with its depiction of such things as texting and camera moves.

Thursday, May 03, 2012