A GOOD CAUSE

SmallCanBeBig.org

poster link: JB contributes

Back in September, I approached a wonderful Boston charity, Small Can Be Big, expressing my pleasure for their approach to helping those in need; and If there was anyway I could donate my craft to the cause, I would love to. To my surprise, not much more than 2 days later I was in discussions to produce a poster helping to raise awareness and draw in more donors.

from the website: on 'Why small can be big' ....

Small is direct

You’re stuck in the rain. I hand you an umbrella. You stay dry, and I feel good about helping.

That sense of immediacy is part of what makes giving so rewarding. And it’s what makes SmallCanBeBig.org unique – whether it’s $3 or $300, every last penny you give goes directly to address a specific need, rent or utility bill or medical expense, so the impact of your donation is immediate – for you and for the family you’re helping.

Aside from making a living, part of my motivation as an artist is to use my skills to contribute in a positive way to those people around me. Making an impact is important and while this step may be small, I believe it's in the right direction. I recommend we all step back and see how our art can help not just ourselves, but also those in need around us

You can purchase a limited edition poster here: https://www.smallcanbebig.org/product/509/

or by contacting me directly : jb (at) seejbdraw (dot) com.

ALL MONEY GOES DIRECTLY TO A FAMILY OF YOUR CHOICE THAT IS IN NEED.

poster size, 18" x 24"

PRESS: RED LIGHT

the above image was created for Digital Temple Magazine, to go with their current theme of 'Red Light'

A short comment, you can find a (very) brief shout out on my work over at the lovely website,

illustrophile.com

Also, a few months back I was interviewed by the kind folks over at Digital Temple Magazine. There is nice feature about my work in their current issue. (10 points for the person to read the French version)

check that here: Digital Temple

funny note: They only refer to me as SEEJBDRAW. ha! I didn't intend to make an 'art name' for myself, it's just the name of the website. You all can just call me Jonathan, not a problem

SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS ANNUAL, TEAR SHEETS

I was fortunate enough to have 3 pieces accepted into this years Society of Illustrators Annual. above are the images that will be a part of the book category show...a great way to round out the year ( Many thanks to the judges and SOI).

I also wanted to share the following tear sheet I recently got back. I don't usually show these, but thought the AD did a wonderful job with the design, really complimenting the illustration and definitely making it look way better than it is (love that 1 & 1/3 page bleed).

Have a safe holiday everyone.

THE PLAGUE

HOW TO READ A BOOK

"Keep it at least 12 inches from the face, and only read large black letters on white paper."

SCREEN PRINT

a few weeks back I was able to wrap this project up. Another one is slowly in the works...

FUEL YOUR ILLUSTRATION

fuelyourillustration.com . What is that?

well...

"You’re masters at visualization. Magicians, if you will. Illustration is an art form unlike any others and we recognize that. Fuel Your Illustration is here to pay homage to those folks who take this genre to the next level. You want the latest news and interviews with the hottest talent. We’ve got that covered. You want inspiration. Consider it our gift to you. How about the coolest apps and other tools to help you bring your illustrations to life? Here they are. Now go and work your magic."

I will be periodically writing a business blog for the good people at Fuelyour...

the first installment can be read now: Believe it

Big thanks to Alex Eben Meyer for the opportunity

WEBSITE UPDATE.

NEW WORK POSTED

www.seejbdraw.com

AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

(keep 'ya eyes peeled for new work on my website, come monday)