Busting Out

Busting Out: I haven't gotten political with my art in a while - and while I don't want all my content to be political, 2018 is the year I finally allow myself to make it more frequently. I especially want to do more with the Liberty and Justice characters.

(Also, Jeff Koterba who makes cartoons for the newspaper here in Nebraska liked this on Instagram, and I'm still freaking out about it!)

Tools: Pencil (outlining), Sharpie Ultra Fine pen, and Pigma Micron pens from Sakura.

Rise, Liberty

Rise, Liberty: We are about to enter a very different, frightening era in American history. There is a lot of fear, anger, and uncertainty.

But we must not go into these next four years with those things weighing on our hearts and minds. We must carry on with hope, clarity, and determination. We must be able to stand up for those who are suffering. We must be able to do our research, be mindful and educated, and think critically in the face of fake news and politics. We need to take action now more than ever. And on top of all this, we must find a way to peacefully come together again.

Tools: Pencil (outlining), Tombow grayscale markers, Faber-Castell watercolor pencil, Sharpie pens, and a Pentel Slicci pen.

Wildcard Wednesday #20

This week we can expect-well, really only one drawing this time. One; because after last night, I only have the energy for one drawing, and two; I have to express my rage and grief.

Lady Liberty Weeps: Poor Lady Liberty. What else can you say?

To the rest of the world, on behalf of my beloved yet misguided country, I'm so sorry.

I didn't vote for Trump, so I'm at least at peace with myself. But I am angry. I am ashamed. I am heartbroken. I am struck to the core at how this could actually have come to pass-that we let the biggest joke walk into the White House.

But you know what? This isn't the end.

While I may need more time to grieve, I will do what I can to fight for the things I believe in, the America I believe in. An America that welcomes foreigners with open arms. An America that loves Muslims alongside Christians. An America that respects women and their rights. All these things and more. I will do everything I can with my heart and my drawing utensils. I say 2017 is going to be the Year of the Artist, because whether it's on a piece of paper or on a stage, we'll need them now more than ever. It will not be a year of prosperity-it will be a year of productivity and revolution.

I will continue to draw Lady Liberty in the stages of this upcoming administration.