by Andrew Barton | Oct 5, 2021 | illustration
I made a book! And here’s the cool thing: it’s my second one. Many of my readers probably know that my side hustle is writing and illustrating children’s books. I won’t lie, it’s a lot of work … and fun … and work. I released my first book, “Heyward...
by Andrew Barton | Nov 11, 2020 | illustration
Whether it’s a logo for a client, website copy, or an advertising campaign, those of us who work in creative pursuits are constantly looking for ways to harken our muse. Last month, I participated (for the third time) in Inktober, one of my favorite ways to challenge...
by Andrew Barton | Jun 18, 2020 | animation, design, good business, illustration
Three New Services I’m Offering What’s the business buzzword of 2020? Pivot. Many of us started the year with grand plans and lofty goals. By mid-March, those were tossed aside and lay smouldering in the corner. Business owners were making a collective shift to find...
by Andrew Barton | Dec 6, 2019 | design, illustration, logos, maps, print
Projects, Illustrations & Doodles: A Look Back at 2019 As a graphic designer, no two projects are alike – and I love it! The variety not only makes my work interesting but it also keeps me on my toes. I’m constantly being challenged to sharpen my creativity...
by Andrew Barton | Oct 16, 2019 | illustration, sketches
People be lovin’ a time-limited challenge – whether it’s writing a novel, eating healthy or doing a plank every day for a month (nope). Artists are no different and – even though getting “excited” is out of my comfort zone – this month I’m...
by Andrew Barton | Mar 7, 2017 | design, good business, illustration
The other day, I couldn’t bare to look at my computer screen for one more second. Not one. I blame early spring. I was feeling burned out. So, reluctantly I gave myself permission to go on a field trip. It was 10AM on a Tuesday — very much out of the norm for...