“I created the first black superhero who was not a gangbanger or an African chief but was rather a college graduate and a professional, which I think is a big accomplishment.”
This is one of the most important things that one can have in their arsenal. I study and use a lot of Andrew Loomis’ methods, along with the philosophy of Alex Toth to keep things simple and remove “clutter” from images that don’t need to be there
“It was great fun, to learn anew. You think you know enough, but you don’t. You must open up; let it in. be receptive, admit what you don’t know, which few are willing to do. Start from square one. Again!”
Don’t Let This Happen
I was inking and spilt this - I didn’t take a picture of the actual spill part because I was quite pissed, but you can totally understand from the pics - Blue Magic with a bucket and sponge did the trick
I started a new sketchbook a week ago and I’m halfway through 160 pages. The last time I used one was at uni, and for some reason I’ve always just drawn on single pieces of A4 as they’re easier to move around. I’ll aim to complete a spread a day from now on - I’m trying to make up for lost time
“I am not a black artist, I am an artist.”
Dias Sticker Pack III
“It is ten per cent how you draw, and ninety per cent what you draw”
Arianna Farricella Dias Illustration
Awesome Illustration of Star by my mate @ariannafarricella!!
IG Filter Testing
Instagram filter (beta stage)
Matt Bailey’s (@baileyillustration) filter. I’m not as miserable as I look in case you was thinking - nuff happy inside
“In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different”
Tee Sample
Worn by Matt Bailey
Lovin the ‘tache Matty!
Cimm - “ENDO”
Alphachanneling Remix
A Remix of “Lollipop” by legendary artist @alphachanneling
“For the reader to believe your story, your characters must feel as if they have a life and personality of their own.”
@baileyillustration drew directly on my elbow and tattoed this web for me. I cannot express my gratitude. Thank you so much!!
