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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 ( 325 )

Ye Olde Elevator Pitch

You're at a networking event. You're wearing a mask. And a hazmat suit. You meet someone. You bump elbows-- maybe. Then you hit 'em with your elevator pitch... Read more
Posted on 06 April 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Marketing Trends: How Good Were My Predictions?

Back in 2019, a brave soul predicted some marketing trends. That brave soul was ME. So how'd I do? Read more
Posted on 16 March 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
You Need A Header Image That Hums

4.4 million blog posts get published EVERY DAY. You need a way to stand out. Read more
Posted on 02 March 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Marketing Your Biz: 6 Principles And One Basic Truth

Some people have a knack for persuading others. Odds are, they're tapping into these 6 principles. So can you. Read more
Posted on 23 February 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
The Kingston Trio, Photoshop & Me

I once made the cover of a 1959 issue of LIFE magazine. True story. And here's how it came to pass... Read more
Posted on 16 February 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
How To Be A Brand Ambassador

Everyone has a brand. Maybe it's a business, maybe it's just you personally. If we're lucky we have brand ambassadors who advocate for our success. Read more
Posted on 09 February 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Football Philosophy: A One-Minute Animated GIF

You can learn a lot from football coaches-- and not just swear words. And you can make a lot of friends for your brand with an animated GIF. Read more
Posted on 02 February 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
The Most Important Ingredient For A Great Brand Experience

OK, you want people to like your brand-- what's the ONE THING you need for that?? And no, you can't answer with a buzzword, they're not allowed... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Repurpose Your Illustrations (They’re Part Of Your Content)

You bought a great shirt-- you're not gonna wear it once then leave it in the closet, right? The same should be true for the illustrations that get people... Read more
Posted on 20 January 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Ya Gotta Be Ready If You’re Gonna Catch The Big Wave

Success is all about catching the Big Wave-- but you're not gonna catch it if you're lying on the beach with sand between your toes... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
3 New Year’s Resolutions For Content Creators

I bet you thought Mona Lisa was just a painting. Well, she's also a business coach, and she's got some advice for you. Read more
Posted on 06 January 2021 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Peripheral Power: How To Use Your Scanner To Enlarge Images

Say you've got a scanner. No? Well, you've got SOMETHING that plugs into your laptop or desktop, right? Printer, webcam, microphone, microwave oven??? Here's a... Read more
Posted on 29 December 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Waylaid In A Manger: Humor, Utility & Advertising

You know how there's an ox and an ass in every nativity set? Well, they've been thinking about that... Read more
Posted on 10 December 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
The Case Against Personalized Marketing

Personalized marketing: track people, then market to them one by one. Makes sense, right? Actually, no. Here's the case against it. Read more
Posted on 23 November 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
For More Content Views, Get Yourself In The News!

You're a brand, a business, so you need to stay in the public eye. We all have NEWS-- so figure out what it is and share it... regularly!! Read more
Posted on 16 November 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Tips For Selling Your Art Online (or Anything Else, Really)

You're an artist, and you'd like to sell your work online. OK, here are some tips. (They might even be helpful if you're selling organic hand sanitizer or... Read more
Posted on 11 November 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Stop Telling The Same Old Story

People love stories. They're a lot more fun (and persuasive) than cold, hard facts. So how do you find them and tell them effectively? Read more
Posted on 22 September 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Humor In Content Marketing: It’s NOT About Being Funny

So many people think "humor" means telling jokes. Not so. It's attitude, sensibility. And ANYONE can tap into its power. Read more
Posted on 08 September 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
A Haiku, A Crow & 10 Thoughts To Go

Haikus make you think. So do drawings. Ponder them long enough, they'll tell you things you need to know. Read more
Posted on 25 August 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR
Don’t Stuff Keywords In Your Content Bird

You sell a product or service, and you'd like to drive traffic to your site. But DON'T do this or Google will cook your goose. Read more
Posted on 17 August 2020 CREATIVITY, HUMOR