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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How A Potential Lawsuit Can Boost Your Creativity
I had an interesting experience recently. A first.I have an online store on Fine Art America. I also have a few cards for sale on Redbubble. I got an email... Read more
Posted on 18 December 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Hope Your Thanksgiving’s So Bright, Ya Gotta Wear Shades!
Just a couple of laughs for all my friends and followers.I’m thankful for each and every one of you.Happy Thanksgiving!P.S. Go ahead– put some extra whipped... Read more
Posted on 25 November 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Pixelmator, Coca-Cola, And A Total Immersion Learning Experience
Gosh! That last post was pretty exciting. Let’s see– where’d I leave off?Oh, right– my old iMac had died, and I’d lost Photoshop because my new iMac can’t run... Read more
Posted on 24 November 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Tears, Fears, Time To Shift Gears
It’s been six weeks since my last blog post. Anybody got a beet-red crayon? Color me embarrassed… 😳I must admit, it’s been an interesting six weeks.My trusty ol... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
16 Things I Learned From Fortune Cookies
Serendipity. Great word. It means a “fortunate happenstance” or “pleasant surprise.” It was coined by good ol’ Horace Walpole back in 1754.I’m sure you all... Read more
Posted on 02 October 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
15 Tips On How To Build A Network By Leaving Comments That Add Value
Sorry to be so long between posts. It’s fall here in New Hampshire. I’ve been out chopping wood and trying to get wood chips out of my socks… : (I read a post... Read more
Posted on 18 September 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
And Lo– A Miracle In The Desert
My assignment: an illustration for The Delicious Dozen: The 12 Best Coca-Colas I Ever Tasted.Here’s the opening line:The best one – ever – was handed ice cold... Read more
Posted on 21 August 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
The Tomato Effect: It Won’t Work Because It Won’t Work
Sorry to be so long between posts. Today, I’m writing about tomatoes, because I need to ketchup… : )Well, you learn something new every day. In theory,... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
To Sleep, Perchance To Read
I enjoy editorial work. I had a chance to do some recently for The Rumpus.My Evenings Reading Alone by K. Thomas Kahn is, like many Rumpus essays, intensely... Read more
Posted on 17 July 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Using Illustrated Quotes To Promote Your Brand On Social Media
The key to success in social media is promoting your brand in a low-key non-salesy way. Ideally, you want people to share your posts and help spread the... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
How To Create A Twitter Header Image That Doesn’t Get Mangled
There comes a time in every man’s life when he has to change his Twitter header image. Why? Because Twitter changed the format, that’s why.The old Twitter heade... Read more
Posted on 16 June 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Frankie & Annette Catch A Wi-Fi Wave
Someone fell off the blog wagon, and hasn’t posted much lately. Blush! That would be me.My apologies to all my fans and followers. I’ve been busy with... Read more
Posted on 27 May 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
A Brief Illustrated Guide To Childhood
When it comes to social media images, it’s hard to beat the appeal of an illustrated quote. People love quotes. They can convey great truths, they can make you... Read more
Posted on 12 May 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Don’t Settle For A Still Life
I’ve been trying to catch up on some abandoned sketches. These are cases where I’ll get an idea, do a line drawing, scan it in. Read more
Posted on 30 April 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Iron Knee Meets An Ellipsis Comin’ Thro’ The Rye
Last summer, I did an illustration for Diplomat Magazine for their cover story on the Scottish Referendum on independence. The referendum was held on September... Read more
Posted on 15 April 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
13 Reasons To Hire An Illustrator
I mentioned in a couple of earlier posts that I’ve been working on a slideshow. I’m happy to say it’s finally done, and I’ve uploaded it to YouTube. Read more
Posted on 07 April 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
An Illustrator Walks Into A Bard…
I’m not a big Shakespeare fan, but I like his plays the same way I like poetry. I may not understand it all, but I love the sound of the words. They stir the... Read more
Posted on 24 March 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
I, The Illustrator: Happy Birthday, Mickey Spillane
It’s been awhile since I did a birthday tribute. I decided to do one for Mickey Spillane, best remembered for his hardboiled detective novels featuring private... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Bricks, Magic Lamps, And Getting The Most Out Of An Illustration
Recently I came across a quote from the late David Brinkley that made me laugh. Mr. Brinkley was an American journalist and television newscaster. Read more
Posted on 02 March 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR -
Valentine’s Day: Busker Gets Lucky
Yes, friends, it’s Valentine’s Day. Busker, our favorite street musician, is out on the corner with his loyal saxophone. I’ll bet he’s playing something soft an... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2015 CREATIVITY, HUMOR