Skull Wings and Roses
A skull with roses and wings.
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Skull and Pistons
A laughing winged skull with snakes and flaming pistons.
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Skeleton Gunslinger
This badass skeleton gunslinger wields two golden pistols.
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Parrot Beach Crossroads
An island is
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Motorcycle Gang
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Medusa Sugar Skull
The infamous Medusa from Greek mythology dons a
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Helicopter Zombies
Military zombies on board a helicopter battle on even after death. Explosions rain down from the sky.
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Happy Pelican at the Beach
A fun-loving pelican relaxes with a beverage on some gorgeous island beach; the sun sets on the ocean behind him.
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Alligator in Swamp
A ferocious alligator in the deep swamps– a fishing boat is in the background against a hazy sunset.
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Tarantino Films Tribute Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Mario Brothers Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
X-Men Parody Tribute Russ Bus Logo
Description:
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Russian War-Inspired Bear Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Russian military inspired bear holding a missile with soldiers and guns surrounding him.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
West Coast Gangster Russ Bus Logo
Description:
A muscular thug throws up West Coast gang signs and totes a golden handgun in this hip logo illustration.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Monsters Inc. Zombie Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Another parody of Pixar’s Monsters Inc., except this time as zombies! The monsters are now even more horrific with melting flesh and evil eyes,
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Smokey the Bear Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
The Shining Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
An awesome tribute and parody to the infamous “The Shining” Stephen King book and film. The iconic twins in matching blue dresses stare impassively alongside a full moon, axe murderer, psychic boy, and the words ‘redeem’ written in blood. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Rags 2 Riches Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Illustration detailing a characters journey from poor hard-working pauper on the left, into a sophisticated wealthy socialite and business man on the right.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Problem Child Russ Bus Logo
Description:
A cartoon devilish problem child terrorizes friends and family with a devious grin and slingshot. Flames and a terrified housecat feature in the background.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Primal Neanderthal Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Cool illustration of a tribal paleolithic warrior fighting sabretooth tigers and wool mammoths in times of old. He features torn pelt clothing, a long unruly beard, and draws a bow and arrow back in fighting stance.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Monsters Inc. Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Parody illustration featuring a bevy of the fun and colorful monster characters from Pixar’s Monster Inc.!
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Vintage Heist Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Vintage robbers inspired illustration with a detective dog, and courtesan in the background. Planes of magical energy turn the characters and elements into zombie monsters where it covers them. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Psychedelic Magic Tiki Mask Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Trippy psychedelic and colorful illustration of an evil tiki mask with mushrooms growing out of his brain and visions of faraway places swirling in the background. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Roaring Tiger Russ Bus Logo
Description:
An intense illustration of a sharp-toothed roaring tiger with wild eyes.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Classic Science Fiction Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Fun colorful illustration inspired by classic science fiction films and stories. A heroic astronaut fights space aliens and robots with a bikini wearing alien girl beside him. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
DJ Inspired Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Cool illustration of a bespectacled DJ with a boombox as colorful ghostly spirits swirl around him menacingly.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Hennessy Inspired Russ Bus Logo
Description:
A psychedelic illustration of a man pouring out dual bottles of Hennessy Cognac as money falls from the sky around him.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Grim Reaper Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Dark illustration of a grim reaper holding his iconic scythe and an hourglass. Skull candles and fire surrounds him.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Norse God Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Norse mythology god inspired character raises his fists for battle as a crow flies into a full moon in the background. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Wu-Tang Clan Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Fun parody tribute to the Wu-Tang Clan rappers in a shoot-out. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Checkpoint Charlie Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Famous European military story Checkpoint Charlie illustrated in this logo design. A soldier surveys as another scales a large wall with barb-wire.
The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Casper Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Casper explores his dark side in this fun parody illustration featuring Casper and a group of ghouls on a dark moonlit night. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Sabertooth Tiger Mascot
Client:
Personal
Description:
A wild, roaring sabertooth tiger head against a blue background.
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Psychedelic Space Alien
Client:
Personal
Description:
Psychedelic imagery of a gray space alien meditating amongst spaceships, planets, stars and galaxies.
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Flintstones Parody Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Fun parody of the characters from the Flintstones cartoon show packed into Fred’s vehicle, ready to go to war! The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Psychedelic Tiki Creature
Client:
Personal
Description:
An evil magical tiki mask surrounded by psychedelic imagery and visions of faraway places and things.
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Psychedelic Meditating God
Client:
Personal
Description:
Psychedelic and trippy colorful image of a blue-skinned many armed god meditating and transcending the realm. He achieves nirvana even as he floats alone on an island of land.
This artwork is available for licensing:
Made Men Super Mario Parody
Client:
Personal
Description:
Parody of famous Nintendo characters as gangsters.
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Arsonist Russ Bus Logo
Description:
Russ Bus logo design illustration featuring an evil arsonist setting fire to the neighborhood houses, as arsonists do. The design was for apparel and a vehicle wrap for the russefeiring tradition. If you haven’t heard of it, basically russefeiring involves an entire class of Norwegian students renting a bus (a Russebuss), painting every inch of it with really cool street art, and then partying in it night and day for an entire month during graduation. The different classes wear their designs ever where they go as they clash with rival classes. I’ve done a bunch of these now, and really enjoy it.
Grim Reaper with Hourglass
Personal
Description:
The legendary grim reaper with billowing dark hooded cloak complete with his scythe and hourglass surrounded by flaming skulls and candles.
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Flintstones Parody
Client:
Personal
Description:
Parody illustration of the crew from classic TV cartoon The Flintstones crammed into Fred’s iconic foot-powered vehicle.
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Metal Skin Firefighter
Client:
Personal
Description:
A metal skinned firefighter with a fire axe coming out of a metal logo. Banner can be customized!
This artwork is available for licensing:
Philadelphia Flyers Mascot Design
The Philadelphia Flyers, the NHL hockey team, hired me to design the costume for their new mascot, completely from scratch.
I began the project by sketching over 20 different possible mascots, including, bats, bulls, groundhogs, dragons, tough guys, yetis, and even a flying squirrel.
EMS Star of Life with Snake
Client:
Personal
Description:
Classic EMS star of life logo with a snake intertwined around it, perfect for the paramedic or emergency medical personnel in your life.
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Psychedelic New Age Tree of Life Illustration
Client:
Waz Shop
Description:
Psychedelic Tapestry and t-shirt design I created for Waz Shop to be sold at music festivals of a massive tree formed from the bodies of elephants, chimpanzees, whales, turtles, and other animals.
I tried to use muted earth-tone colors for this design to give it a more natural Look.
Eagle with US Flag and Wings Spread
Client:
Personal
Description:
A bald eagle is covered in the American USA flag and holds a banner that says “Liberty or Death” in true patriotic spirit.
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Viking Warrior Wrestling Singlet Apparel Design
Client:
Titan Fitness
Description:
Wrestling singlet I illustrated of a warrior viking clutching a sword and shield in front of a raging ocean.
The design was set up for full color direct-to-garment printing, and designed to cover the entire garment with sweet, sweet viking detail.
Police Force Tribute T-Shirt Design
Client:
Traxier Printing
Description:
I created this t-shirt design in conjunction with Traxler Tees to commemorate a tragic police shooting in Westerville where two police officers lost their lives in the line of duty.
Traxler hired me to create a design that illustrated police officers in general as bold and proud, which they later sold to raise significant charitable donations to support the department and their families.
Client Testimonial:
Im *** crying man.
This is amazing.
-Zachary Traxler
Owner, Traxler Printing
Demon Face with Fire Skulls
Client:
Personal
Description:
The dark demonic face of a demon monster and his many eyes and horns in front of flaming skulls and a burning city.
This artwork is available for licensing:
World War Z Zombie Soldiers Logo Design
Client:
Tim Bauer
Description:
Zombie soldiers facing off in this logo design I did for a major paintball tournament in Europe.
I love working on logos like this that are created primarily for the web and full-color printing, because I can just go nuts with shading and colors.
Cyborg Zombie
Client:
Personal
Description:
A cyborg robot zombie head with red laser eyes flies through the air in this frisbee design.
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The Jokers Voodoo Album Cover Design
Client:
The Jokers
Description:
Album cover illustration I created for the UK-based rock band The Jokers for their newest album “Voodoo,” illustrating an evil witchdoctor holding voodoo doll likenesses of each member of the band.
Always enjoy working with these guys – they don’t take themselves too seriously, and it’s exactly the kind of music I grew up with. It’s often very tricky to get so much of the scene into such a tiny space, but I’m happy with the composition we came up with. I love the crow chewing up the Union Jack.
Marijuana Skull with Mushrooms
Client:
Personal
Description:
Trippy, psychedelic illustration of a green natural skull with mushrooms and pot plants coming out of it.
This artwork is available for licensing:
Heavy Metal Skulls with Guitar T-Shirt Design
Client:
Spiral Direct
Description:
Apparel design I illustrated for the Gothic apparel brand Spiral Direct with plenty of skulls, roses, and a sweet heavy metal axe guitar.
The design was set up for full-color printing, front and back, and will be available in their catalogs soon.
Skull Pot Leaf Illustration
Client:
Personal
Description:
A marijuana pot leaf, but each branch of the leaf is made up of a different entity, such as a skull, tentacles and wings.
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Purple Cannabis Skull with Mushrooms
Client:
Personal
Description:
Trippy, psychedelic illustration of a purple natural skull with mushrooms.
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Elementary School Polar Bear Mascot Logo Design
Client:
Nome Elementary School
Description:
Elementary school mascot redesign I was commissioned to create of a polar bear for this school in Alaska.
We produced a series of sketches in different styles and positions, and then had the students of the school vote and pick the best direction. Really fun group to work with, and they were thrilled with the result. The graphic was set up as a vector to be easily printable in all sorts of situations.
Cannabis Skull Illustration
Client:
Personal
Description:
A psychedelic marijuana pot leaf with each leaf a different entity, the main ones being a mischievous skull, flames, and bones.
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Vaping Company Bird T-shirt Design
Client:
Kris Roestenburg
Description:
My Australian friends at Vape Nation hired me to illustrate this t-shirt design with the Kiwi bird mascot we created for their logo previously.
It’s pretty challenging making a Kiwi bird look tough, but I tried my best. This t-shirt design was set up for limited color silk-screen.
American Eagle Sky
Client:
Personal
Description:
Large patriotic bald eagle with outspread wings holding banner that says “Liberty or Death”. A pristine blue sky with white clouds make up the background.
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Primal Neanderthal Russ Bus LogoNovember 12, 2018 - 11:26 amCool illustration of a tribal paleolithic warrior fighting sabretooth tigers and wool mammoths in times of old. He features torn pelt clothing, a long unruly beard, and draws a bow and arrow back in fighting stance.
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Wacom Cintiq Pro 24″ ReviewApril 30, 2018 - 7:38 amThe new Wacom Cintiq Pro 24″ (non-touch) is the perfect tablet for digital artists. About the Cintiq Pro I have been using the Wacom Cintiq Pro 24″ extensively since early April 2018, and I absolutely love it. I’m upgrading from the Wacom Cintiq 24HD, which has severed me well for over six years (and is […]