One of my favorite things to do as an illustrator is to create characters. I have a lot of fun playing with textures, color theory, and graphical shapes to make my characters stand out. In addition, I try to find the happy medium between basic design and complicated detail.
Character design of a man made from stone. Obsidian Stone to be precise.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
A female protagonist of my future graphic novel. This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Manga Studio 5
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
A different take on a Fairy. This time inspired by a bee.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6.
Statue Design of a Viking Warrior Woman.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6.
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Early Character Design for the graphic novel I was going to make at first, a lot of changes of occurred since then.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Early Early EARLY Character Design for the graphic novel I was going to make at first, a lot of changes of occurred since then.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS5
Character Design for a robot/android assassin
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Character Design for a robot/andriod assassin
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
A collaboration between my wife (Lara Pratt, formerly Lara Geltz) and me on Centaur Design.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6.
A collaboration between my wife (Lara Pratt, formerly Lara Geltz) and me on Centaur Design.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6.
While this is not a character design, it was a logo design I made for a dropped project. Still worth noting because I had a lot of fun making it.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS5
Designing a character is only the first part of any major illustration. The real work is trying to place them into an environment, which is what really makes them pop off the page. Composition is everything when it comes to final illustrations.
Jesus’ Baptism as the Holy Spirit Descends upon Him.
Acrylics
Oil Painting, 24"x48" or 2'X4'
Based off of Zack Snyder's Batman in the Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, played by Ben Affleck. In this moment, Batman has discovered a broken and beaten Robin (blood on the ground) thanks to the Joker. This is the turning point that makes Batman go from knight, to DARK Knight. The moment when Batman has made the decision to go darker and grittier, the Batman we see in Frank Miller's universe. Laughter in background glows under black light.
First and foremost, Master Chief (as well as the rest of the Halo Universe) is owned by Bungie and 343 Industries. That being said, I must admit that the Halo Universe and game series is definitely a reason why I got into illustration to begin with. This illustration is simply a fan illustration that I did to show some love towards something that got me into the industry.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
The part that was most fun about this illustration was painting the different textures. I wanted to really make it feel like this monster guy came right out of a volcano.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Massive painting (2 'X 3'). I don't paint often, but when I do I sure have fun with it!
Painted with Oil Paints
Me and watercolor rarely get along, but sometimes I can get some fun illustrations out of it.
Painted with Watercolors and Watercolor Pencils
While I've never been that big of a fan of Superman (owned by DC by the way), the most recent movie was so good and realistic that I found myself becoming more fond of the hero.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Batman (also owned by DC) on the other hand, is a hero I have always been fond of. Some people are not liking the fact that in the newest Batman movie being released, Ben Affleck is playing Batman. Honestly, I couldn't be more excited. I've been waiting for someone to make a Batman movie where Batman looks like he jumped right out of one of Frank Miller's or Jim Lee's comics.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Naturally, the two pictures above were created side by side to make a wide poster, all due to my excitement over the new movie Batman Vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Both characters are owned by DC.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
The main cast of my graphic novel that I am currently working on. From left to right: Elizabeth Campbell, Nathan Grant, and Erich Barkov.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Manga Studio 5
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
A Mysterious Dark Monster attacking a Space ship. This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
Great poster design showing off the uniform of my characters and the monsters involved.
This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
A particularly dangerous encounter with the mysterious space creatures.
This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
Once again: first and foremost, Master Chief (as well as the rest of the Halo Universe) is owned by Bungie and 343 Industries. I did this poster before Halo 4 even came out because I was so hyped for the game. I admit, I spend a lot of time illustrating fan pictures because this is the stuff that got me into the art world.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Something about the attitude the character Riddick (a Universal Pictures character) had always fascinated me. I've always looked up to the character and just how bad ass he was. Whenever I design a protagonist, I can't help but put a little bit of this character's attitude in every time. I drew this to show some love towards a character that inspires ALL my illustrations.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Early concept art for one of my characters; whose name is Mordred. I am sure you can see where the inspirations came from? Hint hint, one of them is right above this image.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Todd McFarlane's Spawn is THE MAIN REASON I got into illustration. I remember when I was younger, I would look at all the cover art for Spawn comics and think to myself: "Wow... I want to do that." To give out fair credit, my favorite Spawn comic covers were also done by Greg Capullo, another master at his craft. As with all the other pieces of fan illustrations I have done, this was to show some love to my inspirations.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
A commission for a friend who wanted to honor one of their family members.
Charcoal and White Pastel on Toned Paper
This is what happens when Jack loses to Dave in a game of darts. A little bit on the simple side, but this one is all about story without characters.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Yes, I love puns. While the idea was simple, I really wanted to showcase that each star had their own type of gun and costumes. I bet that if I wanted to, I could probably make a bunch more of these silly guys.
Illustrated in Illustrator CS6
The whole idea was to create a full illustration using the value of textures alone. Great practice and I feel like it set the mood pretty well for this piece.
Illustrated in Inks
A statement about the current state of the every day American man in today's society.
Illustrated in Inks
In this project, I decided to create a base image (the skull) and then create other illustrations that fit inside the basic shape of that skull. As you can see, all the illustrations fit into the skull shape, they just have to be rotated.
Illustrated in Inks
These illustrations are scattered throughout my other galleries, but deserve their own section. Why? Because these are all personal projects that I am currently working on. Everything in this gallery is 100% mine and designed by me. Naturally, NO STEALING THIS STUFF PLEASE.
Some of the work is halted projects, some of it is old conceptual design, while some of it is work towards a current graphic novel I am attempting to make.
A Mysterious Dark Monster attacking a Space ship. This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
A particularly dangerous encounter with the mysterious space creatures.
This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
Great poster design showing off the uniform of my characters and the monsters involved.
This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
The female protagonist of my graphic novel.
This is current work for my future graphic novel.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Manga Studio 5
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
The main cast of my graphic novel that I am currently working on. From left to right: Elizabeth Campbell, Nathan Grant, and Erich Barkov.
If you would like to see a preview of my Graphic Novel, check the website below to download the free app for iPad! The project is titled Void Zero and is an INTERACTIVE BOOK.
Illustrated in Manga Studio 5
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id962124315
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Comic book idea I was going to do, however, I've decided to upgrade everything to make it a graphic novel with a very different twist.
Illustrated in Photoshop CC
Character Design for a robot/andriod assassin
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Character Design for a robot/android assassin
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Early Character Design for the graphic novel I was going to make at first, a lot of changes of occurred since then.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS6
Early Early EARLY Character Design for the graphic novel I was going to make at first, a lot of changes of occurred since then.
Illustrated in Photoshop CS5
