A collection of faux vintage science fiction front & back covers which each one showcasing a letter of the alphabet. We’ve always loved vintage illustration and wanted to explore a simple concept of doing an illustrated cover based on a letter that stands for a different science fiction term.
In 2017 Pandemic Labs inc approached us to create a series of illustrated posters for Showcase Theaters based on different movies that have come out in 2017 & 2018. In 2017, we illustrated a poster for each month focusing on a character in a setting and in 2018 the approach was a more minimalist style. Unfortunately prints are not available.
We were asked to illustrate film posters for Showcase Theaters.
A tornado, a blizzard, a forest fire, and a hurricane are met, in turn, with resilience and awe in this depiction of nature's power and our own.
Written by legendary author Jane Yolen & Heidi E. Y. Stemple, we had the pleasure of illustrating this children’s book!
Various backgrounds used for animated commercials and personal exploration.
Inspired by hit shows such as:
Carmen Sandiego
Hilda
Powerpuff Girls
& the incredible Eyvind Earle.
Did you know dandelions thrive on all seven continents? The cheery blooms are among the most resilient and adaptable in the world. In this lyrical book, learn how the crafty plant travels on the wind and hitches rides in all manner of ways in order to spread far and wide.
Written by Julia Richardson and published by Sleeping Bear Press in 2021. We had the pleasure of illustrating these little dandelions moving all around the world.
Vivid, screenprint-esque digital illustrations by the Howdeshells trace the seeds’ paths, showcasing animals from each continent amid landscapes enlivened by terrain-distinct color palettes. Younger readers will enjoy this informative read, which shows how nature unites the globe. --Publisher's Weekly
Collection of Digital sketches.
A collection of illustrations for personal & commercial usage.
A number of different editorial illustrations for different magazines from over the years.
When Oscar lands on Ellis Island, he has only a suitcase and a down payment in his hands. And he has a dream-- to own his own barbershop. After it opens on the corner of Front St. and Second Ave, Oscar's barbershop becomes a beloved local fixture... until the day Oscar decides to move on and become a subway conductor. Over the years, this barbershop will change hands to become a lady's clothing store, then a soup kitchen. A coffee shop follows, then the space becomes an army recruitment center, then a candy shop. As the years pass and the world changes, the proud corner store stands tall, watching American history unfold around it. Barry Wittenstein and debut husband-and-wife illustration team Kristen and Kevin Howdeshell tell the rich, fascinating story of key moments in American history, as reflected through the eyes--and the patrons--of the corner store.
A personal exploration series of dinosaur illustrations with a limited palette and chunky textures. Hoping to sell these soon!
Fortnight Collective approached us in early 2018 asking us to provide illustrations for a number of ice cream tub & bar packages for Yasso. Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt is Low-calorie, high-protein desserts. They’re delicious, healthy ice cream alternative made with hormone-free milk. Much research and development went in to tasting these!
Photos of products were taken by the Yasso team.
A misunderstood wolf writes poems about his forest home and friends in this breathtaking picture book
The Poet Wolf loves to write pithy verse in the pine forest, but his forest friends see not a poet, but a hungry wolf. That is, until they listen to his lovely poems about life in the woods and discover that behind this apex predator is a sensitive soul who prefers to eat not his furry fellow creatures, but crisp pears.
We received the opportunity to illustrate Bob Raczka’s super fun poetic children’s book about a Wolf and his writing.
Published by Cameron Kids in Spring of 2021
In late 2020 Bttr. Studios approached us asking to illustrate a set of comic style super hero posters for GE’s Digital User Conference. GE provides software around the world focusing on five key industrial sectors: Electric Utilities & Telecoms, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, and Aviation. We had the pleasure of taking those difference sectors and creating them into bright superhero posters.
Written by Brandon Walden, Seeds and Trees follows a young prince who gathers seeds both green and dark from those he encounters, and then gifts them forward. He faithfully plants and waters all those seeds daily, but comes to realize that the dark trees harm the green ones. With the help of a kind friend he discovers he can cut down, uproot, and then replace those dark trees with green seeds, creating a beautiful vibrant garden.
Some sweet friends of our’s daughter went through brain surgery recently and we wanted to gift them an illustrated print to show them that we’re thinking about them. The surgery went well!
Proud to present another children's book Bible we we're asked to illustrate over 2020-21 season. Another tremendous undertaking of 75 finished illustrated spreads. *wipes brow*
We're so thankful to Eugene and Christian to give us the opportunity to illustrate this book. It took us quite a bit of time, but we feel so proud of the finished piece.
From Amazon -
"Let Jesus capture your child’s imagination!
If you are looking for a resource to help introduce your child to Jesus, look no further. The Moments with Jesus Encounter Bible was designed to help kids encounter Him for themselves!"
Please head to Amazon if you'd like to pick up a copy for your family.
Included are a couple of illustrations from the book!
We’ve worked with Jeff over at Anthem Coffee for a number of years. Originally it started as branding and design, progressing into their coffee bag designs, tshirts, & burlap illustrations.
We’d trade our work for coffee but our bank keeps sending us mortage payments requests.
In 2016 we had the pleasure of illustrating this beautiful story, “The Land of the Living Sugar Lion.” Written by Jason Sivewright, the story follows two brother bears and their journey with a mysterious beautiful lion made of sugar making the land sweet again.
Pick it up on Amazon today!
Collection of personal illustration exercises rendering portraits of Kanye, President Trump, & academy award winning actor, Mahershala Ali.
Various illustrated works for Deloitte, Costa, DMH & others. Some of these are images were for magazines while others were for tshirt designs & album covers.
The Prince is in line to be king, but when the time comes, will he have the courage to take on this role? And how will he know how to make wise decisions? His Father, the king, left him with everything he needs for the task, including a compass to show him the way. Will he accept this kingly mantle, or walk away? Prince’s destiny awaits!
Based on Bill Johnson's bestselling title, The Way of Life, this masterfully written and magnificently illustrated children’s book will inspire young ones to seek wisdom, lead by serving, and confidently step into their destiny!
Published by Destiny Image in early 2020.
From the same creative team that brought you The Night The World Turned Royal Blue comes the long awaited sequel thirty years in the making! The Year A Royal Dream Came True tells the story of the 2015 Kansas City Royals. A team destined for the crown ever since that flick of the bat by Salvador Perez in the 2014 AL Wild Card Game. The magic that began then carried on, and led the boys in blue to ultimately hoisting the trophy and celebrating in royal fashion. They were welcomed home by 800,000 devoted fans that lined the streets of KC just to say thanks to their beloved team. For Royal fans everywhere the last two years have been that of legend and storybook. The only question now, as KC looks to defend its crown, is how many fairytales can one team tell?
Java Bros is a local roastery who asked us to design and illustrate their bag design for their Brazilian blend coffee.
In 2017 our dear friend Kate Bryan approached us requested branding design for her new food truck creperie. Seven Swans Creperie KC is a local mobile creperie wagon driving and parking around various spots in Kansas City. In a super cute little food wagon Seven Swans is a simple company focusing on nourishment & comforting combos.
We’ve had the pleasure of creating logos for all kinds of folks over the years from coffee, music, photographers, and yes, Fireworks. Please let us know how we can help with your brand!
Living in Kansas City, the Monarchs hold a special place in our hearts. A championship team with some of the most famous baseball players of all time Buck O’Neil, Jackie Robinson, & Satchel Paige, this story follows that Monarchs team and their championship run against the Homestead Grays.
"The Chorus of Creation is part of our Kids Read Truth Repeat Them to Your Children collection. This book pairs Scripture with artwork designed to highlight the inherent beauty of God’s Word. Our hope is that kids and grownups alike will delight in the beauty, goodness, and truth of Scripture found in Psalm 148." -She Reads Truth
Kid's Read Truth approached Kristen and I to join them in illustrating their newest children's book, "Chorus Of Creation." We were delighted with such an interesting concept and challenge. We are excited with the finished project and here are some interiors below!
Art directed by Jeremy Mitchell
