If you’re so inclined to navigate to a website, my latest post addresses disturbing developments in our neighbourhood as a result of the Broadway Plan. #defendmountpleasant #movingisnotanoption #enddemoviction www.jameslloydillustration.ca/blog/the-evi...

I am cleaning up photos on my phone from 2020. So there is a lot of this.

#sketchoftheday: More quick studies in the mini-sketchbook, drawn at coffee shops & bus stops. Full disclosure: I had to make up the baby carriage. They were moving too quick. #sketchbook #streetstudy

Congratulations to Fantagraphics. There were about 4 years there, I'd place it @'87 to '91, where they played a key, key part in putting me on my path. I mean, it's not their fault.

I predict this man has a very bright future. 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Congratulations, pal. #WellDeserved

As always, I'm amazed by the attention these characters still get in this, the horrific year 2026.

Night image. From a stroll after a bottle of Negra Modelo Friday evening.

Un-shrinkwapped the oversized 10th anniversary Rick & Morty omnibus set that Oni Press was kind enough to send my way so I could see how my little samurai piece worked out in the wraparound and what was contained within (5 oversized hardcovers in slipcases). An amazing packaging job. Thanks, Oni!

New in the PRACTICAL DEFENCE AGAINST PIRACY Production Diary, bolster your FAITH IN HUMANITY, with… 📕 CHAPTER SIX coming VERY SOON! 📗 The ideals of the Olympics, 📘 George Saunders & Oliver Burkeman on humanity, "aliveness," 📙 discovering a familiar tea, 📚 & more! 👉 www.patreon.com/posts/151832...

Big Muradov fan. Will be looking for this at Lucky's Comics here in Van!

I so wanted it, but I didn't know what it was and they couldn't unshrink wrap it, and at a hundred bones-plus I wasn't up for the risk. Don't think I've ever seen that version of Teto before.

#sketchoftheday: I added another drawing to my non-mini sketchbook. This time a figure study, because I have not been to life drawing in a thousand moons. My reference came from the page of the very talented and stylish Sarah Heath, with respect. Amazing dance pieces. Watercolour & brush pen.

I wish more people in Vancouver paid attention to municipal politics. We have some pretty shady folks in charge right now in the ABC party

Comic artist & writer Troy Little was back in town today due to a stopover so I brought my little sketch book along to an impromptu meet-up. I really appreciated getting a chance to compare notes with Troy outside the bustle of a con, and it was great seeing Doug Savage again, too. Good afternoon!

The BEASTS OF BURDEN OMNIBUS was published last Feb and is still available to be adopted by comics readers, pet owners and horror fans. "Dogs and cats defend their neighborhood from the occult" might sound like a silly kid's comic. It's not. Winner of 8 EisnerAwards. Ck it out. From @darkhorse.com

In the studio. . . . NAKED CITY: A Graphic Novel 336 pages, hardcover 8.75” x 6.25” Dark Horse Books Available at bookstores everywhere. Purchase a signed copy from the artist. Each copy includes an original hand-drawn sketch: Drooker.com

#sketchoftheday: Elephants. Pentel brush pen in the mini-sketchbook.

Krazy Kat if we're excluding Cal & Hobbes. Nods to Gasoline Alley and Polly & Her Pals for the Sunday stuff. Growing up, it was actually Broom Hilda. I have no idea how badly that one dates.

All the Living--a captivating mediation on existence by acclaimed artist and graphic novelist Roman Muradov--is out 2/24! https://ow.ly/X5Ek50YisIl

My phone gallery now has a cute "memory" feature, and this one popped up today. I felt like sharing it once more. My tribute to Moebius' cover for the 1st issue of Metal Hurlant drawn a decade back for fun. I am dumb.

I forgot how sweet it is to stroll the aisles of cons and properly take in what artists are offering, instead of rushing to grab that one thing you can’t get anywhere else a minute before close when you table. Got to talk to Troy Little at Fan Expo & grab his bee-yootifil book Butterfly House!

Featuring Kim Deitch’s surreal scenarios and eye-popping psychedelia, Reincarnation Stories is a gripping yarn and a cartooning tour de force--get it in paperback on 4/28! https://ow.ly/6JnI50YhoR1

Styling both ancient and futuristic #pencildrawing #blackwingpencil #scifi #ancient #myth #illustration #art #cinema

Absolutely iconic art from that era when I was becoming increasingly aware of the independent comics movement. This was the cover to my first "World War 3 Illustrated."

Today’s art: Recent commission—actually drawn before Liam was released, so I had to guess at most of it & was surprised how much the picture of Liam with his family seemed to pair with what I had drawn. With great reverence for the entire Ramos family for transcending a deeply evil situation.

I finally put something in the new pricey 117 lb aquarelle paper sketchbook I'd been afraid to draw in. Still not sure if it was a good use of a page. Study of an Angkor Wat temple ruin in Cambodia from an original photo by Ron Hayes Photography. #sketchbook #watercolour #environmentstudy

Love to the entire community of Tumbler Ridge, BC, particularly the students. The reports have been horrifying. Image from the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School site.

Every day after Hourly Comics day.

Was tempted to pick up this adorable little “Bot Robot” I came across (which any “infant child” would love to own), particular after reading the copy: “Top quality the product. Luxurious packaging simulating the true styles and making carefully”. That’s all I need to know!

This was a surprise at the post office today: The Rick & Morty 10th anniversary omnibus, an enormous box set housing 100 issues from the R&M comic run! Not my cover by the way; I did some interior cover art for this one. Much gratitude to Oni Press for shipping this behemoth across the border!

Eric Orchard is prolific and good.

During the holidays I posted some art of beloved Chinatown staple Bamboo Village only to learn it was closing end of January! Seemed apropos to finally visit yesterday during their closing out sale. I scored a big jug and a goldfish vase for Susan. Happy voyages to the retiring owners of BV.

#sketchoftheday: A quote I've been thinking about recently. In solidarity with Hootsuite and Pattison protesters in Vancouver today.

Worked with Larry on more than one animation production, and he always gladly shared his technical savvy with me re: digital techniques... but I love seeing him work traditionally here. If we all follow him, maybe we'll see more!

Happy birthday to Alan Alda, who turned 90 yesterday. Hawkeye In martini glass and kimono mode was always my childhood concept of absolute cool (and kind of still is). Mr. Alda was also a beacon of unabashed liberalism throughout his career, which I salute. Cheers!

If you’re near Bloomington, I’ll be doing a signing for the release of THE TWILIGHT ZONE on Saturday, Feb 7th at Vintage Phoenix Comics (114 E. 6th) from 2-4 pm. See you there— please spread the word!

Didn't think these cartoons would end up being so recyclable. #Noem

I created a new post looking back on a robot story I once drew in the sketchbook while giving a bit of side-eye to present times. Some thoughts on people are in there, too. outtatheinkwell.substack.com/p/the-bots

Today’s art, drawn for Susan’s birthday (also today!). I don’t know. It’s a thing. Col-erase pencils courtesy Robin Bougie and Rebecca Dart. Happy birthday to the sweet one who keeps me going!

Comics retailing legend Greg Ketter standing up to ICE in Minneapolis. Yes, that's tear gas. He's 70 years old.

A lot of Canadians forget how much we fuel the horrors in America

#sketchoftheday: More street studies from the mini-sketchbook, drawn on the go. Frosty out here these days! #sketchbook #peoplewatching #penwork

Sometimes I forget I live in a place where I can take a shot like this.

The stale bread of hatred and the spoiled meat of racism.

Quote with your horn art.

I posted a silly strip to the site for your Monday. www.jameslloydillustration.ca/blog/holiday...

#sketchoftheday: Not a fan when friends make me sit on patios for meetups (sun in January does not mean warmth), but it is handy for people watching. #sketchbook #streetlife

The Rio theater here in Van is showing a Lynch retrospective this weekend following the 1st anniversary of his passing. I was reminded of this piece I drew last Spring as a gift for a fan, which I'm sharing once more. Still maintain 'What Did Jack Do?' is his greatest work. "Toototoban!"

To those who celebrate #davidlynch

Get off of Spotify if you value artists and their creations. And, if you stay, that says a lot about how you view the arts.