It was the worst of times, it was the worst of times...

I've been fighting a cold and don't have any new drawings to offer, but here's a few belated Christmas sketches from back in 2022. The Mari Lwyd and Jacob Marley. Brush and ink, ink wash, on hot press watercolour paper. 9x12 inches.

Happy New Year, all you happy taxpayers! Best to everyone in 2026.

Off for a few days to work the ol' Christmas circuit. Best of the holiday season to everyone, and let's hope next year is a little less stressful for everyone. Take care, amigos.

It's more damn sketches! Pencils this time. Darth Vader, Constantine and mossy friend, Hogun the Grim, and that sexy new Frankenstein's Monster and Frank himself. Pencil on hot press watercolour paper and Strathmore Bristol, 9x12 inches.

Just a gentle reminder about Shakespeare Adjacent, a collection of short stories in various genres based on some of Willy's plays. A fun holiday gift for you, or the (not too orthodox) Shakespeare fan on your Christmas list. Check out th link: www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1RDBW5...

Sketches! Pencil versions, including the next phase of the Skeletor drawing, Galactus, that sexy new Predator, and The Grabber from The Black Phone. Inks coming soon.

Sketches for the upcoming Toronto Comicon. Batman with a Katana, Dr. Strange with the Orb of Agamotto, Wonder Woman with sword and shield. Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol, brush and ink on watercolour paper.

Some more of my prepared sketches for sale at Toronto Comicon next March. Skeletor and Daredevil.

Hey Gang! If you're looking for a Yuletide gift for the Shakespeare fan in your life, (or for yourself) check out this sweet volume of Willy's plays interpreted into different genres, including my Pulpy crime novel version of Macbeth. Check it out! www.amazon.ca/dp/B0G1RDBW5...

Pencils of Wonder Woman and Dr. Strange to be inked for next year's Toronto Comicon. Pencil on 9x12 Strathmore Bond.

Process rough for some sketches I'm preparing for Toronto Comicon next March. Skeletor! Pencil on 8.5x11 bond. Needs a little refinement, but the basic idea is there.

Inktober Coda: All the cartoon versions of the Rocky Horror cast, on size comparison sheets.

Inktober Day 31: This it it, gang! Our last sketch of the month! Finishing up with everyone's favourite barbarian, Conan! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 11x14 inches.

Inktober Day 30: The penultimate post! Last one for Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. Finally, of course, it's the intergalactic sportsman himself, The Predator. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 29: Our final tribute to the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. This time it's the mad scientist who sets the entire adventure in motion, Frank-N-Furter, as portrayed by the flamboyant Tim Curry. Plus a bonus art test featuring Frank as the subject.

Inktober Day 28: Since Hallowe'en is coming up, I figure it's time to post my favourite sexy alien vampire, Vampirella, along with her pet kitty and batty friends. Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 11x14 inches.

My writing/performing partner Jane Luk and I did an interview with Michael Wall on his popular podcast Too Opinionated, about our other podcast 'Til Death Do Us Part. You can see our podcast with Michael here: lnkd.in/gamYaxwF And you can hear 'Til Death Do Us Part, Part 1, here. lnkd.in/gfGqy4RH

Inktober Day 27: My final Superhero Hot Rod for this year. The Iron Maniac! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Inktober Day 26: A double shot of Dutch, the hero and last man standing of Predator. He must become a canny caveman to battle the outworld menace of the Predator. Played by the highly imitable Arnold Schwarzenegger. Brush and ink on Strathmore mixed media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 25: In honour of the 50th anniversary of Rocky Horror Picture Show I'm speculating on what the characters of a Rocky Cartoon Show might look like. Next up is The Criminologist, who narrates the sad, sordid tale. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 24: In honour of the 50th anniversary of Rocky Horror Picture Show I'm speculating on what the characters of a Rocky Cartoon Show might look like. Next up is Dr. (Von) Scott. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 23: Another zany Superhero Hot Rod in the tradition of Roach Studios. The Super-Van! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Gentle reminder that the final part of my 1950s murder mystery parody podcast is now live. Listen to the latest episode here, or go back to the first episode and catch up on the story. captainflashmandefenderoftheuniverse.buzzsprout.com/2227895/epis...

Inktober Day 22: The Predator cast portraits continue with Dillon, the man that got them into this mess in the first place. Played by the great Carl Weathers. Brush and ink on Strathmore mixed media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 21: Another Rocky Horror Cartoon Show character in honour of the 50th anniversary of RHPS. This time the titular character, Rocky himself, as portrayed by Peter Hinwood. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 20: The Devil of Hell's Kitchen, AKA: Daredevil, AKA: Matt Murdock, listening to the city for sounds of danger and distress. Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 9x12.

Inktober Day 19: The next of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. Next up is my personal favourite character, Mac, as portrayed by Bill Duke. "I don't care who you are back in the world..." Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 18: Another Superhero Hot Rod! Cap'n Camaroca! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Inktober Day 17: More animated characters from a theoretical Rocky Horror cartoon show in honour of its 50th anniversary. Next up is the unfortunate Eddie as played by actor-singer Meatloaf. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 16: Another superhero, who, like the previous Wolverine, is a grumpy loner. It's the Batman! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 9x12 inches.

Inktober Day 15: The next of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. Next up is Billy, portrayed by Sonny Landham. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 14: Next up in our celebration of the Rocky Horror Picture Show is Columbia, as portrayed by Little Nell. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 13: Happy Thanksgiving, gang! Here's another Superhero Hot Rod. The Wonder Wagon! Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Inktober Day 12: A bit late today, but here's another superhero sketch. Wolverine, AKA Logan, AKA Patch, AKA Weapon X. Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 9x12 inches.

Inktober Day 11: The next of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. Next up is Blain, as portrayed by wrestler, actor and former governor, Jesse Ventura. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Intober Day 10: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is 50 years old! In honour of its anniversary I wondered what an animated version might look like. Here's the next character: Magenta, as portrayed by Patricia Quinn. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 9: Another Zany Superhero Hot Rod in the tradition of the Roach studios t-shirts of the 60s and 70s. Dark Naught, brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Inktober Day 8: Inktober wouldn't be Inktober without a few drawings of comic book characters. First up, Red Sonja, brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 9x19 inches.

Intober Day 7: The next of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. Next up is Anna, as portrayed by Elpidia Carrillo. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Inktober Day 6: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is 50 years old! In honour of its anniversary I wondered what an animated version might look like. Here's the next character: Riff Raff, as portrayed by Richard O'Brien. Digital inks and colours.

Zany Superhero Hot Rods in the tradition of the mighty Roach Studios, popular T-Shirt purveyors of the 60s and 70s. My third major theme for this year's Inktober, which will likely confound anyone under 40. Brush and ink on Strathmore Bristol. 12x12 inches.

Intober Day 4: The second of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. First up is Hawkins, with bonus Sgt. Rock comic, as portrayed by Shane Black. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Hey gang! Part 2 of our murder mystery 50's radio parody is now available. A husband and wife team of sleuths solve supernatural mysteries. Silly, quippy fun. Part 3 will go up in 2 weeks. captainflashmandefenderoftheuniverse.buzzsprout.com/2227895/epis... More Inktober art later tonight.

Inktober Day 3: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is 50 years old! In honour of its anniversary I wondered what an animated version might look like. Here's the next character: Janet Weiss, as portrayed by Susan Sarandon. Digital inks and colours.

Inktober Day 2: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is 50 years old! In honour of its anniversary I wondered what an animated version might look like. Here's the first character: Brad Majors, as portrayed by Barry Bostwick. Digital inks and colours.

Intober Day 1: The first of my portraits of the cast of Predator, my second favourite 'alien kills everyone' movie. First up is Poncho, as portrayed by Richard Chaves. Brush and ink on Strathmore Mixed Media paper. 6x8 inches.

Hey Gang! Inktober begins on Wednesday. I plan to post every day. Here's a little sneak preview to whet your appetite!

Mostly I draw, but sometimes I write and do a little acting. I happen to do all three on this 1950's radio parody about a husband and wife team of sleuths who solve supposedly supernatural cases. Check out part one here: captainflashmandefenderoftheuniverse.buzzsprout.com/2227895/epis...

A sketch commissioned by a fan at Toronto Fan Expo back in 2014 depicting Patrick Stewart as Captain Picard and Professor X. Mr. Stewart later signed the piece for his fan. Ink and ink wash on Strathmore bristol.