The Leadsled :: Illustration

Wall Street Journal :: Meet the Marriage Killer

2012-01-25T09:28:00.001-05:00

An interesting piece in the Wall St. Journal today. Fun one to do.

Blog TO :: Photograph

2012-01-10T15:07:00.001-05:00

Another photo featured on the Blog TO .

Wall Street Journal :: Sunday Journal Columnist spot

2012-01-10T12:38:00.002-05:00

Bad Beat City Comic :: Every Monday

2012-01-03T13:55:00.000-05:00

My comicstrip which was originally serialized in TORO Magazine is now available every Monday here at it's new home. Enjoy the ride :^)

BlogTO :: Photo of the Day

2011-12-29T10:53:00.001-05:00

Had another photo featured on BlogTO.

Marketing Magazine :: Cover

2011-12-07T13:56:00.001-05:00

This was a lot of fun to do , the year end issue for the top 10 agencies in the country. The inspiration for the cover was to be an hommage to Rosie the Riveter , the vintage WW II poster. note :: not the actual cover text. Placed here to show how Logo would be integrated into the layout .

Seattle Weekly :: Hands On Experience

2011-11-23T09:40:00.001-05:00

A cover and full page interior , a challenging assignment.

Wall Street Journal :: Family Finances

2011-11-15T10:57:00.001-05:00

Canadian Lawyer Magazine :: Loan Arrangers

2011-11-14T15:49:00.001-05:00

A cover done for this month's issue. Thanks for stopping by.

Photo of the Day :: The Torontoist

2011-10-21T14:14:00.002-04:00

Some recently featured photos in the Torontoist online magazine.

Steve Jobs 1955 - 2011

2011-10-05T21:29:00.001-04:00

Back in 2008 I was asked to do an illo for Adweek's 30th anniversary issue.

"This issue showcased an exclusive photographic portfolio of 30 of the most influential people working in advertising, marketing and media today. I think I drew the 'long straw' because I was selected to do Steve Jobs & Jonathan Ive of Apple. Being devoted Mac user for almost a decade now, it was a satisfying piece to do. The AD wanted to keep the look and feel of the piece simple and clean, just like a Mac "

Bought my first Mac 12 yrs ago, his products changed my life and helped make me a better artist. His genius and innovation and creative vision will be sorely missed.

Wall Street Journal :: Baboons

2011-10-05T11:26:00.002-04:00

An interesting article on the health consequences of being an Alpha Male in the workplace and it's parallels observed in the world of Baboons.

The Magazine Group :: Social Networkers

2011-10-04T11:19:00.002-04:00

Article on a handful of Georgetown University Business grads who've made their mark on successful web ventures.

International Business Times

2011-09-16T15:05:00.002-04:00

Had one of my photos featured in an article for the International Business Times.

Wall Street Journal :: Reflections

2011-08-29T16:54:00.001-04:00

An illustration for a recent article in the journal . Thanks for stopping by.

Westjet Up Magazine :: From Winnipeg With Love

2011-07-31T14:51:00.000-04:00

Got to illustrate a spread on Winnipeg and it's ties to James Bond and the Canadian spy who he was partially based on. All wrapped up in an interesting travelog of the city.

The Torontoist :: Feature photo

2011-07-25T19:06:00.001-04:00

This pic ran recently in The Torontoist .

New York Times :: The Cloud That Ate Your Music

2011-06-24T16:59:00.000-04:00

A fascinating piece by Jon Pareles on the evolving nature of the music industry and how we manage and store our music.

Interview with 'American Elegy'

2011-05-17T15:58:00.008-04:00

I was recently was interviewed by the nice folks at American Elegy , an excellent online photography magazine. Discussed how my illustration and photography overlap and influence each other. Enjoy!

Williamstown Theatre Co. :: Nikos Stages Pt.2

2011-05-14T13:29:00.000-04:00

Williamstown Theatre Co. :: Nikos Stages

2011-04-19T14:04:00.001-04:00

One of my favorite gigs to do recently. Was asked to illustrate five posters for the company's summer theatre program. Here's two for now , Touch'ed' and Streetcar Named Desire .Enjoy!

The Village Voice :: Special Comix Issue

2011-04-06T08:38:00.000-04:00

I was very pleased to be asked to contribute to this issue. I was assigned to illustrate Michael Musto's column. Actual things overheard by him on any given night out in N.Y. Enjoy!

Wall Street Journal :: Yoder & Son

2011-04-04T15:00:00.000-04:00

A column written by a WSJ writer & his two sons . Article was part of their trip through Africa.

Altered States of Agoraphobia (II)

2011-03-16T21:00:00.006-04:00

Had a recent photo featured in an excellent photography blog.

This pic was today's featured photo on the Torontoist site.

This pic was featured on another excellent photography blog

Trade Runner :: Alberta Venture Magazine

2011-02-01T10:57:00.000-05:00

An inside look at the shadowy world of securities enforcement. The AD wanted a Blade
Runner vibe to this piece for which I was more than happy to oblige .

New York Times :: Cinema Pergatorio

2011-01-29T11:30:00.003-05:00

A thoroughly enjoyable piece done for the cover of the Arts and Leisure section on the American film establishment and how it marginalizes and treats with misapprehension much of world cinema especially when it comes to the Oscars.

Photo of the day on the Torontoist

2011-01-07T12:33:00.001-05:00

Thanks to the Torontoist for the pick today .

Last Diver cover + Wall Street Journal Illo

2010-12-20T22:23:00.000-05:00

Covers for Scuba Diving Journals

2010-12-08T17:17:00.001-05:00

Photo of the day on the Torontoist

2010-12-07T19:12:00.001-05:00

Not an illustration post , but pretty happy that some of my photos are getting some props.

Wall Street Journal :: Bubble

2010-11-20T10:11:00.001-05:00

Planning for your future when you leave the protective bubble of University life.

Scholastic Books :: Urban Legends & Myths 2

2010-10-20T11:08:00.000-04:00

A sneak peek look at a couple more. Enjoy!

Magazine Group :: E-Book & Education

2010-10-15T10:38:00.000-04:00

The advent of E-Books and how they're affecting student's learning habits and their access to information & texts.

Illustration Speakeasy @ The Gladstone Hotel Oct 7th

2010-10-05T21:11:00.000-04:00

I'll be featured along with fellow illustrators from my rep Three In A Box at the Illustration Speakeasy at the Gladstone Hotel here in Toronto on the 7th of Oct. 7- 11 PM.

I'll have a coupla prints for sale , Area 51 and Rapunzel . If you happen to be in the hood , swing by.

Scholastic Books :: Urban Legends & Myths

2010-09-26T21:39:00.000-04:00

A sneak peek at a book I recently completed illustrating. Ten full page illos in all. Enjoy!

Penny Invite

2010-09-15T12:47:00.003-04:00

Did this for a good friend's birthday bash.

MORE Magazine :: Monster Makeovers

2010-09-04T09:52:00.004-04:00

One of these is a real procedure A) Vampire Facelift B) Werewolf Wax C) Zombie Rhinoplasty D) Frankenstein Breast Augmentation.

I'll let you figure out which one's legit ;-)

Been illustrating a fun book on Urban Legends & Myths for Scholastic in N.Y. for the last month , hope to show some sneak peeks soon.

Vanity Fair UK :: Jewelers + Superpowers

2010-07-06T12:53:00.002-04:00

Wall St Journal :: Tweets

2010-06-24T09:39:00.001-04:00

Did a coupla strips for a cover article about a hotel Manager using customer Tweets to better their client service. A fun gig , thanks Peter. Enjoy!

Bad Beat City for TORO Magazine wraps up !

2010-05-14T13:43:00.009-04:00

Finally concluded my serialized graphic novel 'Bad Beat City' . Time to start shopping this baby around and hopefully procure a publisher. I'll keep ya posted.
Just finished putting the final touches on a 3 page strip for Vanity Fair UK , will post that soon.
As always, thanks for stopping by.

Jean Machine :: In Store Billboards

2010-05-14T13:35:00.000-04:00

Here's a couple of the 8 pieces that were done for all Jean Machine store locations in Ontario. A fun gig. Naturally I had to pump up the color palette to give them more Oomph . Still have to get to a store and have a look at the final product. The largest was roughly 4.5 ft X 10 ft .

ESPN Magazine :: Fantasy Football

2010-05-04T15:58:00.002-04:00

Defensive Tackle - Jared Allen of the Vikings.

Don't get to do a lot of Sports illos , so this was special. Thanks for stopping by.

Holmes Magazine :: Ask An Expert

2010-04-09T15:50:00.007-04:00

A sneak peak at some of illos done for the latest issue. Enjoy!

Box Lunch Promo :: Rapunzel

2010-03-08T14:18:00.035-05:00

My re-imagining of a classic fairy tale , done for an upcoming promotion for my rep. I may still tweak some things here and there , but overall I'm pretty happy with it. Enjoy!

See previous Box Lunch promo illos here and here.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 44-45

2010-02-14T10:50:00.005-05:00

Been working on a coupla big ad jobs that are eating up most of my time & that I can't show anything for yet, so in the interim, here's some more Bad Beat City to tie you over. Things are starting to heat up . Enjoy, & thanks for the visit.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 43

2010-01-15T10:05:00.001-05:00

A teaser from the latest installment of my ongoing strip. Enjoy!

Baltimore Style Mag :: The Bridesmaid's Tale

2009-12-27T13:58:00.004-05:00

Another fun piece to do for a great client. Enjoy!

Wall St. Journal :: Holiday Themed Crime/Mystery Books

2009-12-03T10:22:00.023-05:00

I love getting gigs like this one that thematically embrace a lot things I enjoy drawing. The article reviews soon to be released Mystery & Crime novels and non-fiction books that thematically overlap with the holiday season or that may be potentially ideal stocking stuffers . One of the aforementioned books ,Catherine Corman’s “Daylight Noir: Raymond Chandler’s Imagined City” , may be a book that eventually I pick up myself , unless of course it shows up in my stocking ;-)

The color scheme for this piece was inspired by travel posters from the 30's & 40's that promoted tourism to California. Enjoy !

For myself , I did a B&W version to see how it would translate. It's much more evocative of the genre & period , but I think wouldn't necessarily have the same visual impact when printed on newsprint.

Sneak Peek - WIP

2009-11-27T21:21:00.008-05:00

Something I'm putting the final touches on.

New Bad Beat City up now too . Ep.#39 .Enjoy.

Thanks for stopping by.

Loretta Young 1932 :: WIP

2009-10-21T16:43:00.009-04:00

Something I'm mucking about with at the moment. Not quite finished yet , but thought I'd share it nonetheless.

Loretta Young

Tools used :: Crowquill pen , brush , Ink , Strathmore Paper , Photoshop CS4 , Painter 11

Baltimore Style Mag :: Sending Food Back

2009-09-28T16:19:00.011-04:00

An enjoyable piece to illustrate , retelling a range of humorous stories by waiters , chefs & Maitre D's about what lengths some people will go to , to get a free meal or grandstand at a restaurant.

It was done in my more limited palette style which I hope to do more pieces like in the future.

Canadian Lawyer Magazine :: Saving your Pension Fund

2009-09-08T11:10:00.008-04:00

Being neither an Economist nor a Lawyer , I'm loathe to try and elaborate on or summarize the content of the article , suffice to say , it entails the preservation of one's 'DB' fund , a type of pension subsidized by employers.

I can't seem do illustrations with water , without getting all Hokusai on them . Enjoy!

Death Of Bunny Munro :: Nick Cave

2009-09-06T13:16:00.005-04:00

Looking forward to reading Nick Cave's new novel - 'Death Of Bunny Munro"
This piece was just done for the hell of it . Enjoy!

New York Times :: The Changing Face of Scalping

2009-08-26T09:57:00.012-04:00

This is the cover illo for today's Sunday Arts section .The title says it all . Once again, coming up with a color scheme I was happy with was a challenge. Loved drawing the old lady in the middle though . As always , thanks for stopping by.

Loaded Magazine :: Corruption & Footie

2009-08-22T13:18:00.004-04:00

Did this for the fine folks at Loaded Magazine , the original 'lad' mag. Tales of corruption in the international world of Football , or as it's called here , Soccer. Enjoy!

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 30

2009-07-24T22:38:00.003-04:00

A sneak peak at the latest installment , full page is here.

Juxtapoz Magazine

2009-07-15T18:09:00.003-04:00

Thanks to the kind folks at Juxtapoz magazine for the mention . Link here

Financial Planner Magazine :: Heads pt. 2

2009-07-14T15:27:00.003-04:00

A selection of portraits done recently for Financial Planner Magazine for the column 'My Word'. Enjoy!

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City :: Update

2009-06-29T17:39:00.005-04:00

Can't believe I've done 28 pages of this story so far. I'm printing it out and collecting it in a folio book so that I can get a better sense of the flow of the story . Below is my temp mock cover & some recent pages. Latest installment is here. Thanks for stopping by.

100th post - Communication Arts Illustration Annual 50

2009-05-06T22:21:00.022-04:00

I'm pleased to announce that the following series of illustrations were accepted into the prestigious Communication Arts Illustration Annual #50 due out this July. Needless to say , I was very thrilled and honored to get in. Can't think of a better way to mark my 100th post . As always , thanks for stopping by :-)

Tools :: Croquil pen , ink brush , Photoshop CS2

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 24

2009-05-06T22:07:00.004-04:00

A sneak peak at the latest installment. Full page can bee seen here.

PC World Magazine + Wall St Journal

2009-04-13T16:10:00.008-04:00

A straightforward piece addressing some of the drawbacks to using utilities like Voip , Skype etc on your smart phone.

Took a while to come up with a color scheme I was happy with.

This piece for the Wall St. Journal was about how young college graduates , new to the work force will go that extra mile to ensure a chance at continued employment.

Box Lunch #7 :: Promo

2009-03-22T15:11:00.012-04:00

This was done as a promo for my agent ,directed primarily at the editorial market. The theme the artists in the group had to adopt was 'Hoaxes' .

A real change of pace from a lot of the work I've been doing lately , it was nice to immerse myself in all the things I like to draw again. I had fun with it, can ya tell ;)

Enjoy !

Tools :: Japanese croquil dip pen, Photoshop CS2 , Manga Studio Ex 30

New Internationalist UK :: Another Side of Paradise

2009-03-18T13:41:00.006-04:00

For a upcoming article in the New Internationalist by Author Lindsey Collen a Mauritian novelist who looks back on her country’s recent past to see how class strife disguises itself as culture clash.

Excerpt :: "I met an old woman in the homeless people’s movement in the 1990s who said: ‘I am scared to leave Plaine Verte [where she had illegally built a tin shack on state land] because I came here from Baie du Tombeau in the race wars.’ This is what affected her most: ‘They broke my fishbowl. I ran with my two little boys and a babe in arms, looking back at the goldfish gasping on the red cement floor.’ People who have to flee are left with vivid memories for decades. "

The version being used in the magazine won't have the brown weathered frame.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 20

2009-02-25T16:08:00.005-05:00

Here's the latest installment on-line. Enjoy.

Sneak-peak below.

Sneak-peak at Ep 19 if ya missed it.

Treasury & Risk Magazine :: Cover

2009-02-19T08:51:00.010-05:00

Client wanted a 'Ironman' inspired character for their cover. Rising up out of the molten ruins of Wall St , a bit of a challenge considering I don't do a lot of straight-up superhero type stuff. A really enjoyable job too.

It took a coupla passes to nail his 'look'.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 18

2009-01-27T20:02:00.005-05:00

A teaser for the latest installment of my ongoing bi-weekly strip for TORO Magazine.

'I Wish Someone Had Told Me' :: Book illustrations

2009-01-21T09:38:00.004-05:00

Last fall I was approached to provide some B&W interior illos and a color cover for a book about navigating your way successfully in your profession. The author , Tony Altilia , passes on experience, gleaned from working in the advertising industry at the highest level for many years.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 16

2008-12-24T09:23:00.004-05:00

A teaser panel panel from the latest installment of my ongoing strip at TORO magazine online.

UWB Man

2008-12-24T09:07:00.005-05:00

A character design for a Japanese based company that creates technology for first responders like fire dept. and law enforcement. Another enjoyable departure for me.

Bettie Page 1923-2008

2008-12-12T14:13:00.005-05:00

An 8" X 10" photo on my studio wall from an original negative. Always an inspiration.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 15

2008-12-11T11:18:00.005-05:00

A teaser panel panel from the latest installment of my ongoing strip at TORO magazine online.

marblemedia 2008 Holiday card

2008-12-11T11:11:00.003-05:00

Every year the fine folks at marblemedia ask me to do their holiday card. Always a change of pace doing this gig. Enjoy!

Adweek Magazine :: 30th Anniversary issue

2008-11-21T14:46:00.005-05:00

This issue showcased an exclusive photographic portfolio of 30 of the most influential people working in advertising, marketing and media today. I think I drew the 'long straw' because I was selected to do Steve Jobs & Jonathan Ive of Apple. Being devoted Mac user for nearly a decade now, it was a satisfying piece to do. The AD wanted to keep the look and feel of the piece simple and clean, just like a Mac ;)

3 Martinis #16 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-11-12T14:42:00.004-05:00

All good things must eventually come to an end. Alas it was to be the case with this column. Def one of my favorite gigs to do. Enjoy!

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 10

2008-10-31T14:43:00.003-04:00

Some more Bad Beat City to tie you over with . Enjoy!

New Internationalist :: Agribusiness

2008-10-20T09:41:00.003-04:00

Technological advances don't always mean that things will be better for everyone.

3 Martinis #14 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-09-30T16:35:00.004-04:00

The latest in an ongoing series for the magazine. Enjoy!

Applied Arts Magazine

2008-09-23T21:14:00.005-04:00

There's a nice article in the current issue of Applied Arts Magazine on Brandever Marketing Strategy , a company I did a coupla wine labels for , and a poster.

Here's a sneak peak. I did the 'Naramata Bench' poster , and an illo ( not shown ) on the back of the 'Whatchamacallit' label.

Toro Magazine :: Bad Beat City Ep 9

2008-09-09T16:02:00.013-04:00

Latest installment of my ongoing comic strip for Toro Magazine online.I rarely show 'process' so I thought I'd give ya a sneak peak into it. I tend to do small roughs , just to get the narrative sorted out , and fairly loose pencils. This leaves me some latitude to take more risks when I get to the inking stage. My illustration work tends to be rather tightly drawn , so I'm quite enjoying doing the looser artwork that this gig affords.

Previous episodes available to view HERE.

Tools used :: Photoshop CS2 , Manga Studio , Strathmore paper , Pentel brush pen ,Tachikawa Fountain Pens

3 Martinis #13 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-08-18T09:29:00.004-04:00

A sneak peek at the upcoming installment for the Three Martinis column I illustrate every month. The cushion has a drawstring which when pulled , heats up , ideal for sitting on at cold outdoor sporting events, and atop is a can of chili that is made with antacids as a primary ingredient thus alleviating the ensuing heart-burn. All this will make sense when you read the article . I'll try and post a link when it's up.

Magazine Group :: Virtual Learning

2008-08-11T08:46:00.007-04:00

The exhilaration a student experiences when delving into the realm of the virtual world for the first time .......... or something like that ;)

TORO Magazine :: Bad Beat City

2008-07-17T09:58:00.004-04:00

Been doing some comics again for the newly re-launched TORO Magazine online . Latest installment can be seen here with links on the page to other episodes. The strip is providing me with a great opportunity to experiment with my storytelling and with my drawing style. I've been inking the strip with some new croquil fountain pens from Japan that I'm really liking. Enjoy!

Double shot of 3 Martinis :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-07-09T09:07:00.005-04:00

Two for the price of one. Enjoy!

Blueberry Wine label :: Brandever

2008-07-01T21:12:00.006-04:00

A bit of a departure but a nice diversion. Shown is a wine label I designed & illustrated for a Blueberry Wine. 20's fruit crate labels was what I was given as a jumping off point . Did my best to channel a touch of Charles Dana Gibson in this one ;)

Wall Street Journal :: Dress Code Politics

2008-06-19T09:48:00.003-04:00

This piece is running today in the Journal. Article can be read online here.

VIBE Magazine :: Sex Survey Issue

2008-06-16T10:22:00.012-04:00

Had a blast doing the illos for this gig. Pure pleasure, and an AD who was a dream to work with. There were 10 done in all , shown are some of my faves.Enjoy!

3 Martinis #10 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-06-07T22:07:00.002-04:00

With this latest installment it gave me the chance to finally draw Johnny Cash. Can't beat that.

Readers Digest :: 1st Solo Subway Ride

2008-05-26T23:17:00.007-04:00

The article's about a parent who came under considerable flack in New York City for letting her 9 yr old take the subway home on his own. Various parents groups lambasted her and likened it to 'child abuse'. while that seems a rather harsh conclusion , I don't think I'd ever put my own children in that predicament , even if they insisted they were ready to do it.

Financial Planning Mag :: Assorted Portraits

2008-05-16T13:26:00.003-04:00

A monthly gig where I do the portrait of the guest columnist. I especially enjoy this gig because of the challenge presented by the diversity of the people I have to draw.
I have some recently completed projects that I'm looking forward to showing , I just need to wait til they're on the stands before I can share them.

3 Martinis #9 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-05-03T10:59:00.006-04:00

The latest in this ongoing monthly series. I always look forward to this gig. Cars are always a challenge for me . Think it turned out ok despite my lack of expertise drawing all things mechanical . Article can be read here.

3 Martinis #8 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-04-09T10:40:00.006-04:00

Another illo in an ongoing monthly series for the magazine . The main character Seymour Cash has gone through a bit of de-volution at the request of the AD. They wanted him to have a more 'ruffled' demeanor. Had fun designing his tie which will figure in future installments. Viola. Article can be read here.

NBWA :: poster

2008-04-07T10:47:00.007-04:00

The following poster was done for a wine tasting festival. A real pleasurable piece to work and a bit of a stylistic departure in that I was trying to really keep it to simple shapes . My intent was to echo the look of of vintage travel posters with a rock poster edge. Enjoy!

Vanity Fair UK :: Timepieces Special Issue

2008-03-31T15:19:00.003-04:00

This was another illo for Gurney's column in the UK edition of Vanity Fair. Article was about the various institutions that grade and reward watchmakers for their craft and products.

3 Martinis#7::Alberta Venture Mag

2008-03-09T22:20:00.005-04:00

My latest in the series. Article is here to help ya makes sense of what you're looking at ;)

Family Portrait::Promo

2008-03-07T10:17:00.007-05:00

This was done for a two page spread promo for my agent, Three In A Box. The Bugatto clan in all their glory ;)

Vanity Fair UK :: New Internationalist UK

2008-03-02T10:25:00.011-05:00

Sticker shock from the mini-bat bill when you check out. For a special travel issue of Vanity Fair UK.

Another UK gig for the New Internationalist. Article addressed the notion of eco-travel and the challenges of trying to fly less. The AD wanted this to have a real 'comic book' feel.

3 Martinis #6 :: Alberta Venture Mag

2008-01-27T21:45:00.000-05:00

The latest in this ongoing series. Tried to play with the framing and content of this one. To read the full article , click here. Enjoy!

Boy's Life Mag :: Jake's Race

2008-01-20T21:03:00.001-05:00

These were 2 , two page spreads for Boy's Life Magazine, the official magazine of the Boy Scouts Of America. I believe the publication has been around since 1911. The AD was hoping to run the story text as white type , so I kept the palette pretty dark & textured. The story , was about Jake , going on an early training run and coming across a car accident. Needless to say, he has to go and seek out help. A fun and challenging job. Wish they all could be like this.

Project Omega :: Penguin Books

2008-01-18T10:14:00.001-05:00

The book is about a young woman who has to take over her father's company after he mysteriously disappears. The interior illos, done by another artist, reflect a 1940's timeframe. Above is the redesigned cover with my illo. Below the previous version it's replacing . Enjoy!