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Looking at the drawings Phillip Rauschkolb has posted on his sketch blog, it’s easy to see that he’s way into comics.  Currently working at an ad agency in Portland, Oregon, his true calling is the comics industry.  He’s working on his own comic book, and by the looks of it, I’d say he’s well on his way to becoming a great comic book artist.

More pictures below the jump.

Dad vs. Deer by Phillip Rauschkolb

Jonathan Hex by Phillip Rauschkolb

Big Geoffry by Phillip Rauschkolb

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I recently came across the fresh work of one Eric Constantino, a freelance artist currently enrolled in the San Francisco State University with a major in Design and Industry.  Not only does his site – Design by 31216 – feature his not-too-shabby talents, what I really like about it is the fact that he let’s you enter into his creative process, from conceptual drawing to final piece (be it a poster or sneaker).

More below the jump.

Infinite Sadness (4 hours 15 minutes)

Infinite Sadness (6 hours)

Infinite Sadness (11hours)

Sketch Book by Eric Constantino

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I came across the works of Frank Stockton via the newly started “quarterly zine of literature, art, and design” Urban Molecule. I’m glad I did too because Frank Stockton’s work is simply cool. I was also pleasantly surprised to find that I actually recognized one of his drawings from a New York Times article I had read some time ago about the disappearance of bees:

Graphic to New York Times article “Losing Their Buzz”

What I like about his blog is the fact that he shows you the various stages of his illustrations, from conception to the finished product.  Very informative.  On top of that, his stories are also very entertaining.  Definitely worth your while.

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Many of you may already be familiar with the works of James Jean, whether you know it or not.  Since 2001, James has been working in the comic industry on such titles as Fables (above), Batgirl, Green Arrow, and others.

His blog is full of great drawings which really show the great range and considerable skill of this artist.  A true treasure trove of inspiration for whatever kind of drawings you are drawn to.

For more of his drawings, check out JJeanius, a fansite devoted to his art.

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I feel this drawing perfectly displays Niko Henrichon’s ability to draw both compelling comic characters as well as bring to life vivid fantasies.

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Untitled (Nazi Daemon) by Hethe Srodawa

Man Hethe Srodawa is incredibly talented and imaginative. If you’re ever in the need for some character inspiration check out his portfolio or stop by his blog.

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"Nina Wings" by Ronnie Del Carmen

Sketches by Ronnie Del Carmen.

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