Mrstrongest
I'm a humorous illustrator. I've been at it for over 20 years. I do my line drawings by hand, then finish them in Photoshop. It's my firm belief that nothing communicates more effectively than good illustration. Humor multiplies its power. I once drew caricatures of dogs and their owners at an animal hospital open house. So I've paid my dues. I live in New Hampshuh, USA, which is a great place to chop wood and swat mosquitos.
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Mark Armstrong Illustration
http://markarmstrongillustration.com/
Freelance illustrator Mark Armstrong specializes in editorial and humor. He writes about his assignments and personal projects. He's a Photoshop expert. Many of his posts include Photoshop tips and short tutorials.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 319 )
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Customer Service, Amazon-Style
Amazon is the largest internet-based retailer in the world. Hard to believe it began life as an online bookstore. Nowadays, it sells just about everything. Read more
Posted on 30 August 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Crumpet Goes West
I have an actor friend named Scott Gardner. He’s got some impressive credentials. He’s also a writer and a puppeteer. Very talented guy. Read more
Posted on 10 August 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
What Does Italian Baseball Have To Do With Content Marketing?
Question for you: if you were a young American guy honeymooning in Italy, and someone asked you to stay and play for an Italian baseball team, what would you... Read more
Posted on 27 July 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Make Your Thinking As Funny As Possible
Ever wonder how Al Einstein hit upon his famous mass-energy equivalence equation?By thinking funny. That’s how…I got quite a thrill when I first came across tha... Read more
Posted on 12 July 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Infographic: How To Choose The Right Visual Artist
This blog post may look familiar– especially if you read my previous blog post.It contains the same information, reformatted as an infographic.What’s the point? Read more
Posted on 07 July 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
7 Tips For Choosing The Right Visual Artist
If you use social media and content marketing to build your brand, you need images.Why?To attract reader attention, and because readers are much more apt to... Read more
Posted on 05 July 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Sometimes You Gotta Ask For Directions
Yes, sometimes you have to stop and ask for directions.Even when you’re dead, apparently…You Gotta AskA good designer (illustrator, contractor) always asks for... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Do You Provide Self-Service Or Full Service?
The InspirationThe idea for this blog post began in an armchair.I was slumped in same, sipping cold coffee and chewing on a ballpoint pen, scratchin’ out ideas... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Some Day We’ll Find It: The Content Marketing Rainbow Connection
I’ve expanded into video this year. As you’ve probably noticed, it’s a very popular form of content marketing.I’ve developed my own version of stop motion... Read more
Posted on 19 May 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Question: Why Is A Block Of Stone Like A Block Of Text?
Put another way: what do Michelangelo and Mark Armstrong have in common? (besides artistic brilliance, I mean)The answer lies in the following quote:Every... Read more
Posted on 12 May 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
I Created An Infographic To Explain Content Marketing
Every illustrator needs an elevator pitch. Mine usually goes something like this:“I’m an illustrator. I create visuals for social media and content... Read more
Posted on 21 April 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
10 Spring Things And 4 Coke Bottles In One Illustration
Thanks to editor Jay Moye at Coca-Cola Journey, I’ve had a chance to illustrate a number of wild and wacky posts by writer Charles McNair. These posts usually... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Finding My Path As A Visual Artist
Mark Armstrong Illustration is one of millions of blogs on WordPress.com.In case you’ve ever wondered:WordPress.com is a blog web hosting service provider. Read more
Posted on 21 March 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Fruit Snack Helper & Writing What’s In Your Heart
Most of the work I do nowadays involves social media and content marketing.I still do editorial illustration, however, including some very interesting... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
A Coca-Cola Valentine Video & Why It Pays To Keep Clients Informed
A few weeks ago, I completed one of my biggest assignments ever: a Valentine video for Coca-Cola Journey, which serves as the company’s brand newsroom and socia... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Lions And Tigers And Chicken Sandwiches– Oh, My!
Creak, creeeeeak! That’s me trying to sneak into my own blog. Note to self: get some oil for that door!Sorry. I’m embarrassed to have been away for so long.... Read more
Posted on 10 February 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
O Holy Night… Hey, Was That A Camera Flash??
Hmm. A little late for a Christmas post. The 12 Days Of Christmas have expired… 😕I look forward to doing a Christmas cover for Eric Meisfjord every year. Read more
Posted on 18 January 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
A Horse Laugh To Start 2016
There’s a legend that says animals can talk at midnight on Christmas Eve.Which got me thinking about what they might be waiting to say… 😊Happy New Year, dear... Read more
Posted on 01 January 2016 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Orphan Boy Sees His Chance
A very Merry Christmas to all my friends and followers!Happy Holidays to those of every faith tradition, and goodwill to all!Thanks for all your kindness and... Read more
Posted on 24 December 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Stinging Insects, Mustachioed Hens & The 12 Cokes Of Christmas
When does an illustrator get really excited?When Coca-Cola Journey Editor Jay Moye sends him a Charles McNair essay to illustrate– that’s when. Read more
Posted on 23 December 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR