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Pat’s King of Steaks

The Cheesesteak Chronicles: Pat’s Vs. Geno’s. Located in South Philadelphia, Pats has been in a rivalry with Genos for many years. Wiz Wit?
The Walking Dead™

Self promotion, based on the hit AMC television series, “The Walking Dead”. *The Walking Dead is a trademark of AMC Networks and is being used here under fair use and is meant to be a parody representation showcasing my ability to capture a likeness.
American Pickers

When the History Channel’s series, “American Pickers” came on the scene I knew it was going to be a huge hit. I have such an appreciation for what cast, Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Danielle Colby-Cushman do; if I wasn’t an illustrator, I would probably be a picker. I created this illustration as a self [...]
Johnny Brendas (view 2) – Philadelphia, Pa

I created this illustration Johnny Brendas for “Stomping Grounds”, a solo exhibition of my illustration work at Philadelphia’s Proximity Gallery. The show paid tribute to favorite Philadelphia hot spots, old and new. For the past five years, Johnny Brendas has been a favorite up and coming indie music venue. It has risen through the ranks [...]
Amy Winehouse

This portrait of tragic singer, Amy Winehouse, was created in 2008 as a promotional piece. It was highly successful and well received campaign. Although lighthearted, it sent a strong message of warning. Rest in peace, soul singer – the world will miss your beautiful voice.
Illustration for American Express

This illustration was made for American Express as part of their national iconic POP campaign. The idea was to have an artist from a specific metropolitan area create an illustration to represent their city. I was asked to do an illustration depicting iconic Philadelphia landmarks for the campaign. This illustration has been used on window [...]
Alton Brown

This illustration of Iron Chef and Food Network favorite, Alton Brown, was a self promotional piece. Who DOESN’T love this guy? Another interesting face and personality captured on paper. Enjoy!
“We are all alike on the inside” – Mark Twain

I wanted to see what would happen if I filled up a page with nothing but people.
Standard Tap – Philadelphia, PA

I created this illustration The Standard Tap for “Stomping Grounds”, a solo exhibition of my illustration work at Philadelphia’s Proximity Gallery. The show paid tribute to favorite Philadelphia hot spots, old and new. Located in the popular Northern Liberties neighborhood of Philadelphia, The Standard has been favorite eatery and watering hole for many years.