Another week, another piece of fan art from Mad Max Fury Road.  This is an homage to not only the movie, but to one of my favorite artists, Ed "Big Daddy" Roth.  He's the artist who does all the Rat Fink funny car art from the 60s and 70s.  Somehow MMFR is sort of like an Ed Roth cartoon come to life.  Loved it and I hope you love this speed drawing process.  Thanks for your support and please spread the word about this Patreon (if you enjoy my art, that is).

BTW, this image is finally available as a print in my online store.

On this episode of The Giz Wiz, we got ways to keep those burglars away, the fastest keyboard in the west, and something to keep you cold...but lit!

Episode: http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1522

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This is an afternoon speed drawing of Poison Ivy. Occasionally, I get into these moods to draw something fun and this was definitely one of them. This turned out better than I had expected, so I made a print of it that is available for purchase at my online store.  Check it out and if you like the video, consider buying the print!  Once again, thanks for your support and enjoy this week's Speed Drawing Video.

I was recently asked to do a special commission for Chicago morning radio DJ Mancow or him and his family as monsters.  Apparently, Mancow is a big horror movie fan, so I paid homage to that. Plus, this was pretty fun throwback to my Monster By Mail days.  Check it out and thanks for all your support!

I was recently engaged by CONtv to draw a superhero/super villain character based on a state. The names were submitted by CONtv viewers. The name I got was for the state of Iowa and it was "The BeefCake."  I originally drew him as a funky looking Magic Mike-ish stripper.  After some consideration, the suggestion was made that I draw him as a literal slab of beef. This obviously changed my coloring strategy, but I think it turned out great. You can watch the entire inking and coloring process in this speed drawing video.  Enjoy and thanks for supporting me on Patreon!

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1525

On this episode of The Giz Wiz, we have a full travel episode! Pack your bags because we're heading to Gizneyland!

Happy July everyone!  Let's kick off this month with a good old fashioned D & D commission. This was done a few months ago for a client.  Were you aware that I offer such a service?  Well, I do!  If you have always wanted to have an image of your D &D character to put on your sheet, why not hire me to illustrate it for you?  It's pretty simple and I love putting all the details into the characters. Just head over to this link and order either a black and white commission or a full color commission.  Check this week's speed drawing out and thanks for being a supporter of this Patreon!

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1526

On this episode of The Giz Wiz, Chad is back from London! We've got smart batteries, we've got MotoGlo! All next on this episode!

So, in case you didn't know (and if you're one of my Patrons, I don't know how you couldn't know), last week was San Diego Comic Con - the year's biggest nerd con.  I was unable to attend this year. However, as in previous years, my artwork was able to go in my stead.  This year, I was able to design the invitation for a prestigious Hollywood Comic Con party. I've attended this party in the past and it is certainly one of the best parties I've been fortune to be invited to. This year, I did a Fantastic Four riff. It was a TON of fun to work on.  Not as fun as actually GOING to the party, but I'm happy to have been included.

For those wondering, elapsed time is around 3 hours on the total image from pencils to finished paint.  

Enjoy the video and thanks for watching!

A few weeks ago, my friend Craig Worrell challenged me to draw a superhero.  The superhero he chose for me was Nightcrawler, who I happen to love. I've always been fascinated by the Nightcrawler. One of the reasons is that he is one of the few comic book characters to practice religion in an unironic way.  Sure, he's a demon who also happens to be a devout Catholic. That in itself is a gimmick.  But his religion is just part of him.  I find that refreshing.  And I also loved drawing this image of him.  I tried to give the drawing the look of a religious icon.  I don't think I was overly successful with that.  But it was fun to draw him either way.

Thanks for your support and please spread the word about this Patreon.

I was on a tear last week doing art that I wanted to do.  Most of my  time, I'm doing drawings for clients and other projects.  But last week, I took advantage of some slow time to draw a character who has been very dear to me for a very long time. I was inspired by this video from Tested of Adam Savage cosplaying as Judge Dredd.  I took it from there and created this image.  It's not yet available as a print in my online store, but if you'd like it to be, please let me know!

Thanks again for your support and thanks for being a valued patron. If you haven't become one yet, please consider it!

It's August and it's prime wedding season. To commemorate that fact, I'm sharing a speed drawing of an image I created for two geeky lovebirds for their wedding day. Actually, it was a gift FOR the two lovebirds, but all the same, it's a pretty geeky illustration. And now you can watch me draw it in lightning speed!

This would be a good time to remind you that if you're going to any weddings in the next few weeks and want to give a gift that isn't from their registry and would really stand out, I am available for commissions. Drawings make great gifts and they are totally unique!

Thanks to all the current Patrons for your current support and if you'd like to support me here, it is much appreciated!

And a special congrats to all those getting married in the next few weeks.

Len

I've been wanting to draw Captain Marvel for some time now and felt this would be a good a time as any!  I wish I would have started recording from the pencil stage, but it was an impromptu drawing and I didn't hit record until I was well into the pencils.  In any event, you can watch  me do the ink and paint on one of the most iconic female superheroes we have today.

In September, I'm going to be tinkering with this Patreon to make it more exclusive. I'm brainstorming some ideas and I hope to implement them soon.

Thanks for being a Patron!  And thank you as always for your continued support.

Len

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1530

On this episode of The Giz Wiz, we have an R2D2 which will POP your mind! We have some amazing puppets, and the best crap for under $10!

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1531

On this episode, we cover some jams, make our own movies, and we have the crappiest corner gadget ever!

One of my favorite comic strips has returned in full force this past summer!  Opus, Bill the Cat, Steve Dallas, Binkley, Milo and the whole Bloom County crew has returned for daily strips.  I couldn't be more happier! To commemorate this occasion, I did a piece of fan art of the strip.  I owe a lot to Berke Breathed and Bloomy County. The strip was my informal cartooning instructor as I used to redraw panels and full cartoons growing up. My style has been heavily influenced by Mr. Breathed's style and I felt I had to do it.

Enjoy this week's speed drawing and thank you for your continued support!

Len 

Happy Monday!  This week's speed drawing video is a fun one of a D&D Character - a Dwarf to be more specific. The gentle men sent me his photo and info on his character and I created this piece of art for him.  Are you interested in having me draw your D&D character?  Well then click this link and I'll take care of it for you lickety split.  

Thanks for all your support for August and thanks for your continued support as this Patreon turns ONE YEAR OLD next month!

Len

Ok, so first up, you're probably wondering what a Geekimal is.  Some of you might know, but it's a product I created a few years ago to draw your pet or pets in a geeky style. It's very popular and you can see what goes into the process in this week's speed drawing.  Essentially, you have a pet. You want to draw them in the Star Wars Universe. You hire me!  Simple as that.  It's like Geek A Week for animals.  You can pick up your own Geekimal at my online store.  Enjoy this week's Speed Drawing and thank you for your continued support.

Len

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1534

On this episode of the Giz Wiz, we've got cameras, plants, and clocks!

It was Labor Day this past Monday in America. A time to be patriotic sort of. In any event, this by request speed drawing of Iron Patriot seemed apropos of the holiday weekend. Enjoy!

BTW, I just returned from Dragoncon this past weekend and had a splendid time! You may want to check out my online store for some original art I did at the Reel Crimes panel featuring Bill Corbett, Trace Beaulieu and Frank Conniff.

Thank you for your continued support!

Len

http://gizwiz.tv/episode/1535

On this episode of The Giz Wiz, we've got the best invention Sphero has created, the smartest-dumbest-smartest watch, and more spy gadgets!

Happy Monday everyone!  I've got a pretty awesome speed drawing from top to bottom for you today.  It's one of my favorite characters - Hellboy!  I've always loved the look of Mike Mignola's character and I've been wanting to draw my own version for quite some time.  I think this turned out pretty great.  If you think so too, let me know in the comments. 

Once again, thank you for your continued support. You guys are awesome!  Please spread the word about this Patreon and help me meet my first milestone goal!

Thanks again!

Len

This week's Speed Drawing is a little bit different.  I was asked by a client to draw a cartoon based on a three word prompt. Apparently, he has asked other artists to draw the same three word prompt and was collecting the art. The three word prompt was Rocket, Baby and Jesus.  This is my take on those three words which reminds me somewhat of a vintage album cover.  Anyway enjoy the process and please share this Patreon with your friends if you are enjoying my work.

Thanks for all your support. You guys are wonderful!

Len

Happy last September Monday everyone!  I've got a special speed drawing to share with you this week.  Recently I was asked by the clothing company The Curated Tee to draw their October design.  For those of you who don't know, The Curated Tee does limited run children's clothing with designs done by various artists.  They asked me a few months ago and I documented the process of drawing it up.  You can watch me create the design and then on October 1, you can actually PURCHASE the design!  Woo-hoo!  Be sure to check it out and if you have little young ones running around, this makes a great Halloween type garment.

Thanks again for your support this month and enjoy this week's Speed Drawing!