Steve Spurrier

Sorry it has been so very long since I have posted anything. I’ve had a bit of a medical scare in the last few months. For awhile, it looked as if I would be in a long battle with lymphoma. Thankfully, however, everything has cleared up and I am hopefully back on track! Here’s a little caricature of “The Old Ball Coach” Steve Spurrier that I recently painted before the Alabama vs. South Carolina game. Unfortunately, the “Mojo” didn’t work this time.

"Our Father's Word"

"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." -- Isaiah 41:10

This is a caricature for a new feature to promote "Our Father's Arms" ministry in Jacksonville, Alabama.

Caricature Commission...

This is a caricature that was commissioned for a Valentine's Day present. The couple met while attending the University of Alabama, hence the view of Denny Chimes in the background. This piece was a little rushed, but I always consider it a success when the client is extremely pleased with the final art.

"Bear" Bryant Print

This is the finished artwork. I did this for a company who will be selling a limited number of signed prints. Oh, and how about our Crimson Tide in the National Championship Game, huh?

Roll, Tide Roll!!

Sneak Peek...

A very small w.i.p. peek of a larger painting I'm working on...

Iron Bowl Mojo...

Big in-state rivalry, Alabama vs. Auburn. Always a great game.

For those not familiar with Alabama football, the gag in this cartoon is a play on the old Crimson Tide cheer:

"Rammer Jammer

Yellow Hammer

Give 'em hell

Alabama"

Another Mojo...

...and still undefeated!

A Little LSU Mojeaux...

This should be a great game!

A Little More "Mojo"...

Looks like the "Mojo" is still working. This week we have a little "Rocky Top" "Mojo". For those of you whom may not follow SEC football, this is a HUGE rivalry. Hopefully we'll pull this one off!

Oh, I guess I should also mention that this illustration is my attempt at a caricature of Tennessee's new head coach, Lane Kiffin.

More "Mojo"...

Can we stay undefeated? First, the Tide will have to get passed Spurrier's Gamecocks later tonight. I think it will be a good game!

6 Wins - 0 Losses? Not Bad...

Alabama 38 Kentucky 20

One of the benefits of doing the "Mojo" is the knowledge I gain from hours of research in preparation for drawing each cartoon. I mean, who knew this is the true origin of the "Wildcat" mascot? I sure didn't. You won't find this information on Wikipedia...

Another Win, Another Mojo...

You gotta love that Crimson Tide.

Roll Tide, Roll...

I'm an Alabama football fan. No, make that "I'm a BIG Alabama football fan". So, a few seasons ago, I started a tradition of drawing a quick cartoon tribute for each game. A little good luck "mojo", if you will. Now, I've convinced myself that the Crimson Tide can't win without my weekly contribution.

Anyway, I thought I'd start sharing these quick little cartoons here, rather than leave so much time in between my posts.

Rick & Bubba Sketches...

Above are a few preliminary sketches I did trying to nail down a likeness for southern radio DJ's "Rick & Bubba". These guys have a pretty funny morning show that is syndicated throughout the south and was just picked up by XM/Sirius. These sketches were drawn in preparation for a magazine cover illustration. I have resolved to both do more sketching and post more sketches. I think my work will progress if I pay a bit more attention practicing my rudimentary drawing skills, rather than concentrating so much on full color illustrations.

Roll, Mojo, Roll...

Gotta' keep the tradition going...