Briggz

Small project

2012-01-22T12:20:00.000-05:00

Here is a quick one for a small project i am working on.

Worcester Magazine Illustration

2012-01-17T18:53:00.000-05:00

Here is an illustration I did for Worcester Magazine. It was in there Year in Review Issue. The story was about WPI being unhappy with the choice of speaker at graduation, the theme of the issue was the Sunday Comics, hence my use of Beetle Bailey and Sarge.

Tom vs. Tim

2012-01-16T11:53:00.000-05:00

Here is one I did for the Pats Broncos game. The game did not live up to the "epic battle" the press made it out to be. Brady was incredible in this game. Baltimore should be a tough game next weekend. Thanks to www.bostondirtdogs.com for posting this!

New England Baseball Journal

2012-01-08T18:50:00.000-05:00

I was lucky enough to be included in New England Baseball Journal in an Article written by Brett Rudy about New England artist that cover baseball. I am honored to have been included with so many great artist.

Worcester Magazine

2012-01-05T09:38:00.001-05:00

Here is one I did for Worcester Magazine http://www.worcestermag.com/home/top-stories/2011-in-Review-136661853.html it was done for their year in review. This is for the fallen firefighter Jon Davies. It includes the Worcester 6. I would like to thank Worcester Magazine and Andy Fish for the opportunity.

The Dude

2011-12-28T14:53:00.001-05:00

Here is another from the Big Lebowski. This is Jeff Bridges as "The Dude" aka Jeffrey Lebowski. This was done in Illustrator and Photoshop.

Pin-up

2011-12-20T18:19:00.000-05:00

I am working on my inking in Illustrator. The line work was done using Illustrator, and then colored in Photoshop.

Walter Sobchak

2011-12-16T14:46:00.001-05:00

John Goodman as Walter Sobchak from the movie The Big Lebowski. This was a great character from a great movie. The line work was done in Illustrator and colored in photoshop. I am trying new inking techniques with Illustrator.

Lady Dada

2011-12-12T18:44:00.000-05:00

Here is a strange piece I did for a Dada project. It is a rehash of a character I created for an UnderCover Fish story I did a few years back.

Ted Williams

2011-12-06T15:53:00.001-05:00

Here is a work in progress of a project I am working on. It is of Teddy Ballgame. Should be more to come shortly.

Things that Might Annoy a Jets Fan

2011-11-28T18:31:00.001-05:00

Looking for that perfect gift for that annoying Jets fan in your life? Well stop looking and check out http://thingsthatmightannoy.com/ I helped illustrate the Jets book. You can order the books from the site, or you can send me an email at mikebriggz@gmail.com. Happy Holidays and help support the Independents and small businesses.

Teaser

2011-11-18T11:13:00.001-05:00

Here is just something I did for a project I am working on.

Boycott Kim Kardashian

2011-11-17T17:27:00.000-05:00

Boycott Kim Kardashian
Boycott Kim has asked to use my image of Kim Kardashian. They are getting a lot of buzz on the web check em out.

Great Book on Caricaturing

2011-11-04T12:56:00.001-04:00

I have been meaning to post this for awhile now: If you have any interest in drawing caricatures or if you have any interest in great caricature, this is a MUST have book http://www.deadlinedemon.com/. It was written and illustrated by Tom Richmond of MAD Magazine (and so much other) fame. I have been fortunate enough to have work for and learn from Tom. I wish I had this book ten years ago, it would have made my life much easier. It truly is a great book, go order it.

Josh Buckett

2011-10-22T11:57:00.001-04:00

Here is one I did that was posted on Bostondirtdogs.com. It was inspired by the collapse of the Red Sox in September, and the rumors of the club house antics.

Obama

2011-10-13T13:06:00.000-04:00

Weary Red Sox Fan

2011-09-20T13:25:00.000-04:00

Virgo ago-go

2011-08-29T16:34:00.002-04:00

Here is the poster for the upcoming Virgo ago-go concert. Go if you get the chance it is always a great time.

Commissioned

2011-05-23T18:43:00.003-04:00

Here is a wedding sign-in board I did a little while back, I never got around to posting it.

Lackey

2011-05-17T10:12:00.003-04:00

Here is one I did for the Dirt Dogs. I thought it was pretty funny idea, but I was way wrong (the original was different from this). I did not know at the time, that Mr. Lackey's wife was battling cancer. It is a strong reminder that there are more important things then baseball. My sincerest apologies to the Lackey's and anyone I have offended.

2011-05-09T07:28:00.005-04:00

Thursday night in the Foundation Room at House of Blues in Boston, MA, Boston Red Sox aces Jon Lester and Clay Buchholz released their own labels of Charity Wines. I was invited to do a couple of illustrations and attend the event.

- Jon Lester and Clay Buchholz of the Boston Red Sox
- Heidi Watney, Red Sox Reporter for NESN
- Andrew Graff, president of Charity Wines
- Brett Rudy and Mike Lembo, founders of Charity Hop Sports Marketing

From this initiative, athletes do not profit a single dime. Instead, 100% of their proceeds will raise big league dollars for charity:

- Clay Buchholz: "ChardonClay" benefits the Jimmy Fund

- Jon Lester: "CabernAce" benefits Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Bob Dougherty, the Director at the House of Blues, made the opening remarks to kick off the evening. Andrew Graff, president of Charity Wines then provided background on his company and all they do for great causes. Suzanne Fountain, Director of the Jimmy Fund, and Michael Rubin with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, both presented what they are doing to help fight cancer. Then Heidi Watney led a Q&A session with Lester and Buchholz, as well as took questions from the audience.

The 2011 wines are produced by acclaimed the Selby Winery located in Healdsburg, California. Both wines are expected to retail for about $14 a bottle, and will be available beginning this week and next across Red Sox Nation in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. For wine connoisseurs and Sox fans out of these states, wines can be purchased online at www.charitywines.com.

The Jimmy Fund
Clay Buchholz can be untouchable, proven by the no-hitter he tossed in just his second big league start. Yet, he reaches back and connects with those in need across the community. Buchholz is a Co-Captain of the Jimmy Fund, an official charity of the Boston Red Sox, and a portion of proceeds from ChardonClay support the Jimmy Fund in the fight against cancer at Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, helping to raise the chances of survival for children and adults with cancer locally and around the world. Cheers. Learn more at www.jimmyfund.org.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Jon Lester knows the importance of overcoming barriers in life and on the diamond. Less than two years after being diagnosed with lymphoma, he pitched the biggest game of his life, helping his ballclub win a world championship. That's why proceeds from Jon Lester's CabernAce support Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the development of targeted immunotherapies. This pitch helps researchers maximize the body's own ability to strike out disease so lymphoma patients can win their own games in life.
Learn more at www.fhcrc.org.

Thank you John McGlynn for the photo.

Charity Wine

2011-05-04T20:32:00.003-04:00

Here are a couple of drawings I did for Charity Wines that will be signed and put up for auction. I was very flattered and honored to be asked to contribute to a couple of great causes. I used the great illustrations by Jonathan Banchick in my illustration to help promote the wine.

Great Expectations

2011-04-06T19:51:00.002-04:00

Here is one I did after last nights loss to the lowly Indians. It was posted on www.bostondirtdogs.com. It is of Terry Francona with the weight of Nation on his shoulders.

Britney is back

2011-03-29T19:05:00.002-04:00

Here is a redo of a previous Britney that I did. I did this one in Illustrator. I see that she is making another come back. This illustration is of her infamous return to the VMA's a few years ago. I hope this comeback goes better for her.

Jordan

2011-03-22T13:41:00.002-04:00

Here is a Jordan I did in Illustrator. I am fairly new to Illustrator, I find it to be both frustrating, and rewarding. Hopefully I'll have more stuff up soon.

Concert Poster

2011-03-03T14:43:00.003-05:00

Here is a Fundraiser poster that I did for my brother. He is running the Boston Marathon to raise money for the MAB
If you are in Cambridge Saturday the 12th, you should go! to Atwoods. It will be a great time, and you'll help raise money for a good cause.

Perkins

2011-02-24T19:08:00.003-05:00

Here is an old drawing I did of Kendrick Perkins (I changed it a little). I hated to see that the Celtics traded him today:( He was easily one of my favorite Celts. I will miss seeing him in green.

Rex Ryan

2011-01-14T14:10:00.003-05:00

Here is one of Jets head coach and foot lover Rex Ryan. Thanks to bostondirtdogs.com for posting it on their site.

Mick and Keith

2011-01-05T16:45:00.001-05:00

Here is an attempt at using Illustrator.

Worcester Business Journal

2010-12-29T09:45:00.004-05:00

I am pleased to have my drawings on the cover of the Worcester Business Journal's "How are you Feeling About 2011" issue. It was a pleasure to work with the Journal.

2010-12-23T09:42:00.002-05:00

http://www.worcestermag.com/home/top-stories/Top-News-Stories-of-2010-112328199.html

I made it into Worcester Mag! The Tea Party story was my contribution. I would like to thank Andy Fish for including me for this project. I think all the entries are great and I am very proud to be involved.

Each year top 10 lists abound. The best of everything is offered up ad nauseam, yet we keep on reading because we simply can’t help ourselves as we look back on the year we’ve just experienced.

At Worcester Mag we decided to do something different to run down the list of top news stories of 2010. Adding a little creativity to our news feed, Worcester Mag has asked ten local illustrators to take our list of top news stories and present them to you in comic form. Touching upon everything from City Square to Pit Bulls, our creative community offers up their take on the most talked about stories of 2010.

Pick up a copy, they are free!

21 sketches

2010-12-20T15:54:00.003-05:00

Here is a small project I had to do for school. They are all old sketches. I like the way it came out.

Happy Thanksgiving

2010-11-27T10:34:00.003-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving!

Mike Lowel

2010-10-04T14:46:00.002-04:00

Here is one of Mike Lowell.

Virgo Ago~go tee

2010-09-20T12:47:00.002-04:00

Here is the Tee design for the 2010 Virgo Ago~go extravaganza . The show was a blast, and I believe there are still shirts available especially in 2xl or 3xl, so you will have plenty of room n the tee. Contact me if you are interested in a tee.

Virgo a go~go 3

2010-08-22T20:04:00.002-04:00

Here is a concert poster I put together, of a concert my brother put together.

Save the Date

2010-07-16T12:51:00.002-04:00

Here is a save the date I recently finished.

BEAT LA!

2010-06-03T00:47:00.002-04:00

These are the Folks the C's need to beat to hang #18 from the rafters. They are a very impressive group of individuals. Go C's! BEAT LA!!!
I'd like to thank my bro for the idea on this one.

Thrilled!

2010-05-17T11:31:00.002-04:00

Ultimate Red Sox Show: Charity Wines, Part III [HQ

I had one of my drawings on NESN last night and I had a really nice article written about me on the THRILLIST
Today is a good day.

Charity Wines

2010-05-12T09:47:00.005-04:00

I was luck enough to be invited to the Tasting of the new Red Sox Charity Wine. I also had the good fortune to donate two pieces to a silent auction, which I can proudly say sold:)
I had an absolute blast!The Tasting was held at the Foundation Room in the House of Blues across the street from Fenway Park. Jacoby Ellsbury and Heidi Watney were in attendance. I was able to meet both Jacoby, who signed the drawing I did of him, and Heidi, she posed for a photo with me:) Josh Beckett is going to sign the drawing I did of him.
Go out and buy the wine (they are delicious), and help support Jacoby and Josh's charity's!!!

Under Cover Fish

2010-05-04T09:42:00.002-04:00

DETOUR 14 On SALE NOW!!

I have a very short story in this book: DETOUR #14: HEROES is on sale NOW-- and for a VERY LIMITED TIME you can get the $14.95 book for only $8.66 and if you enter coupon code lulumail305 you get FREE SHIPPING. Don't DELAY-- order TODAY!!

Big Jon

2010-04-29T13:12:00.003-04:00

Here is one I did of Red Sox Lefty pitcher Jon Lester. It was good to see Jon throw a one hitter through 9 last night.

2010-04-27T16:14:00.002-04:00

Alright so I don't post too many videos here, but this one cracked me up....but not in a gay way. This maybe one of the saddest videos out there, poor guy, he is going to have trust issues with youtube now.

Invitation Caricature

2010-04-14T17:42:00.002-04:00

Whoa! It's been a long time since I posted. I have been busy as of late, and the blog has totally slipped my mind. Here is an invitation I was commissioned to draw. The information about the party was on the front table cloth, but I deleted it out.
I hope to get more stuff up soon. I hope to take some pictures of my live caricatures soon, and post them here.

Happy St.Patrick's Day

2010-03-17T12:15:00.004-04:00

Happy St. Patrick's Day! I wanted to do a St.Patrick's drawing, and I also wanted to draw Bill Walton....What is more Irish then a big redhead wearing green and waving a towel?
Enjoy your day!

Nomar

2010-03-10T19:50:00.005-05:00

Here is one of Red Sock Nomar Garciaparra. I started this one this morning when I found out he was returning to the Red Sox to retire. I thought it was a strange move, but I like the gesture. I enjoyed watching Nomar play. This one made it on to the
Dirt Dogs, which makes me very happy:)

E-Rock

2010-03-05T16:38:00.003-05:00

I have not posted in a long time, I have been working on a few things, that I can not post, but I wanted to do a quick post. Here is a friend of mine, and fellow caricaturist Eric Goodwin. I wanted to draw something with a light source coming from below, and that is really the only reason for this drawing. It was fun to work on. I hope you enjoy it. More post coming soon.
Briggs

MADMEN

2010-02-18T17:01:00.004-05:00

This is just a quick doodle of John Hamm as Don Draper from Mad Men. I am working on a couple of projects right now, I did this as a "coffee break". I drew it on an 7x10 sketch book using marker and color sticks. then I took a scan messing up the levels.

Snooki

2010-02-10T18:22:00.004-05:00

Here is a real quick one of Snickahs, Snooki, whatevah from the Jersey Shore. She is super talented.

Peyton

2010-02-06T17:37:00.004-05:00

Here is one of QB Peyton Manning, he has had a great year this year, but...... I do not think it will end well for him.

GO SAINTS!!!

Dick

2010-01-30T16:06:00.003-05:00

This is a small section of a project I just finished. It is of Dick Cheney...I think today is his birthday.

Samples

2010-01-19T17:02:00.005-05:00

Here are 3 samples I did for a convention I worked this past weekend. I used Copic Markers for the first time, with Prisma color pastels. I like these mediums for this convention, it was cleaner and quieter then using the airbrush in a hotels lobby.

The carictures are Robert Patterson, Harrison Ford, and Angelina Jolie. Sorry for the bad photo.

Precious

2010-01-12T15:52:00.003-05:00

Here is a quick sketch and an even quicker paint job, of Precious. I have not seen the film and I do not know anything about it. I saw a pic in a magazine and I did a sketch of it with a blue pen.

Eastwood

2010-01-08T13:26:00.003-05:00

This is just a sketch book drawing I did of one of my favorite actors. It was done with a col-erase pencil, and a blue bic pen. I may try to make a painting of it when I've got the time.

Ditto

2010-01-06T18:13:00.001-05:00

Here is another piece for comedian Mike Koutrobis, www.mikekoutrobis.com ,www.livefreeordielaughing.com . Check him out.
They both were fun to work on.

Mike Koutrobis

2010-01-05T16:04:00.002-05:00

This was a commissioned piece for comedian Mike Koutrobis, www.mikekoutrobis.com ,www.livefreeordielaughing.com . Check him out.

Another

2009-12-23T17:27:00.000-05:00

Here is another gift caricature. She is an Ice Princess.

Gift Caricature

2009-12-21T09:36:00.003-05:00

Here is a holiday caricature I was commissioned to do. The party was on Saturday, so it is safe to post today. I hope to have more post up soon, but tis the season to be busy ya know.

Coach

2009-12-11T18:26:00.002-05:00

Here is one I did for the Red Socks Diaries of Coach Belichick. It has been an interesting year for our Pats. Lots of ups and lots of downs. I still like our chances to make it to the big game, I feel like the season is about to take a turn for the better......but what the heck do I know?

Tiger

2009-12-03T15:45:00.003-05:00

Here is a Tiger Woods I did for Red Socks Diaries.

A Very Dylan Christmas

2009-12-01T19:10:00.001-05:00

So Bob Dylan has a Christmas album…….well I am looking forward to his Irish Drinking Songs coming out this March.

Kim Kardashian

2009-11-12T17:27:00.002-05:00

This is just for practice. Their is no real point to it, and I am sure that I am not done with it. I don't know why her money maker is so shiny?

Shameless advertisement

2009-10-29T13:11:00.006-04:00

I now have a fan page on Facebook:) You can become a fan of mine by clicking the link to the right of this post---> You will find more drawings and fun stuff by becoming a fan. Feel free to leave comments or hellos they are much appreciated.

By becoming a fan, you will really make my day.

Thanks

Mike

Celtics

2009-10-28T09:00:00.005-04:00

Here is a one I did of the Celtics. I was lucky enough to get it posted on http://www.bostondirtdogs.com/ thanks BDD.

it is:

KG as Batman

Sheed as Dr.Doom

Ray Allen as The Green Arrow

Paul Pierce as Superman

Perk as The Hulk

Rondo as Spiderman

2009 Red Sox

2009-10-16T13:36:00.004-04:00

Here is one I did of David Ortiz. I saw a pic of him in the paper, and the look on his face discribed the whole Red Sox season...disappointing.
Papi, is still my favorite, dispite his hardships this year.
Sox 2010

Kim Kardashian

2009-10-09T15:24:00.004-04:00

Here is a pencil of Kim Kardashian, that I hope to turn into a digital painting. I am not sure who she is or why she is famous, but she has the features that I wanted to try and paint. Hopefully I'll have a painting up soon.

Gift Caricature

2009-10-06T15:54:00.001-04:00

Yet another gift caricature. email me at mikebriggz@gmail.com to get yours done.

another gift caricature

2009-10-01T17:35:00.002-04:00

Just another gift caricature. It was done using colored pencils and airbrush.

Gift Caricature

2009-09-24T16:17:00.002-04:00

This is a caricature I did to be used as a sign in board at a wedding reception. I would like to thank my friend Suzy for the project, and for photographing the drawing for me.

2009-09-24T16:13:00.005-04:00

tee shirts

2009-09-22T17:04:00.003-04:00

Here is the tee shirt design for Virgo ago-go. I had a great time at it. I believe there are a few tee-shirts left, if you are interested in getting your hands on one, send me an email.

Curt

2009-09-11T16:46:00.003-04:00

Here is another take on Curt Schilling. I did another one of him awhile back, and wasn't too happy with it. I like the way this one came out.

funny video

2009-09-04T13:50:00.002-04:00

I don't know why this video cracks me up, but it does. It is a Brazilian commercial telling people to conserve water by peeing in the shower.

Poster image

2009-08-21T09:05:00.002-04:00

More of the same.

part 1

2009-08-13T22:03:00.001-04:00

Busy summer, so I have not been able to post as much as I would like. here is a piece I am working on.

another

2009-07-31T11:01:00.001-04:00

Here is another quick theme park sketch.

Theme Park Beauty

2009-07-28T15:50:00.002-04:00

Here is a quick doodle I did during a slow moment at the theme park I work at. I was inspired by my friend www.seankinne.blogspot.com . It is a lot of fun drawing all the odd looking people walking around the park, without ever having to show them.

Detour

2009-07-24T12:11:00.002-04:00

Here is an anthology comic book I am proud to be apart of. It is put together by the UndercoverFish Group. Click the link below to find out more about the book, or go to your local comic book store to pick up a copy.

http://andyfishwrap.blogspot.com/2009/07/detour-13-nightmares.html

Andrew Bird

2009-07-22T09:40:00.002-04:00

Here is a drawing of musician Andrew Bird. It was commissioned for a gift. I am not familiar with Bird's work, but he has a fun face to work with.

70's baseball

2009-07-13T16:58:00.003-04:00

ManCamp

2009-07-01T12:49:00.000-04:00

Here is the new ManCamp tee!

RIP Michael Jackson

2009-06-26T12:11:00.002-04:00

Here is a small tribute to the King of Pop. He was an absolute talent, he had "it". Hopefully now he has found peace.

6 armed Tito

2009-06-20T15:03:00.002-04:00

Here is one that I did for www.bostondirtdogs.com I always love getting my work posted there, it is such a great site.

spot illustration

2009-06-18T11:16:00.001-04:00

Here is a quick spot illustration.

Gift Caricature

2009-06-11T17:49:00.002-04:00

It has been a loooong time since I last posted. I have been real busy lately, here is one of the projects I've been working on. More posts to come......

Green turns to Grey

2009-05-19T15:26:00.003-04:00

Here is a very quick sketch of Celtic captain Paul Pierce.

What a disappointing end to a very exciting season. Looked like the C's just ran out of gas. We'll get em next year.

The Incredible Perk

2009-05-14T12:35:00.003-04:00

Here is one of the incredibly underrated Celtics center Kendrick Perkins. While Orlando's "Superman" was ripping his coach and teammates for not getting him the ball in the 4th quarter of game 5. Perk kept chugging along doing his job grabbing boards and playing soilid defense.

Go C's! Let's finish the Magic tonight.

EDDIE

2009-05-07T11:12:00.002-04:00

Here is one I did awhile back, it was posted on www.bostondirtdogs.com I do not think I posted it here? Eddie was on fire last night. Go C's!

UnderCover

2009-05-01T10:53:00.002-04:00

This is for the upcoming www.undercoverfish.com Detour comic book. It should be a good one. once it is printed, I'll post a link where you can purchuse it. I believe this is my fourth contribution to this series, look for them in your local comic book stores.

needs more cowbell

2009-04-30T11:18:00.003-04:00

wow it has been a long time since my last post, I have been a busy guy. Here is a Christopher Walken I did awhile back. It was done using a uni-ball vision elite, but doctored quite a bit in photoshop. I think it could use more cowbell.

Dustin Pedroia

2009-04-08T12:47:00.003-04:00

Here is a quick sketch of Boston's Dustin Pedroia. It was great to see the MVP hit a homer in his first at bat (and I think it was his first pitch?), yesterday. it is great to have baseball back! hopefully the warm weather will come soon.

Matt Damon

2009-04-06T10:16:00.001-04:00

Here is the other half of www.redsocksdiaries.com skit.

Ben Affleck

2009-04-03T11:14:00.002-04:00

Here is a Ben Affleck I did for www.redsocksdiaries.com I had a very hard time drawing Affleck, I thought he'd be easy, but I was sooooo wrong. I am happy with the way he came out. Check out the show, he is chatting with his beantown bud Matt Damon.

Jennifer Aniston

2009-04-02T17:20:00.002-04:00

I've been busy, so I have not been posting. Here is a quick sketch book of Jennifer Aniston.

purple girl

2009-03-27T20:30:00.000-04:00

just a random sketch doctored in photoshop.

a-roid

2009-03-25T16:37:00.002-04:00

Here is an A-rod I did for www.redsocksdiaries.com He is too easy to lampoon.

Spring with Julian Tavarez

2009-03-21T10:49:00.003-04:00

For the 2nd day of spring I thought I'd go with one of the most entertaining pitcher that I have seen, Julian Tavarez. He was fun to watch while he pitched here in Boston, last I heard he was with the Nationals, I hope the enjoy him.

Marilyn Monroe

2009-03-19T15:55:00.002-04:00

Here is an old one I did of Marilyn Monroe. I drew it in graphite and colored it in photoshop.

Happy St. Patricks Day

2009-03-17T15:30:00.001-04:00

Happy St Patrick's!

Raise those pints.

Tina Fey

2009-03-16T16:29:00.001-04:00

Here is one of Tina Fey. I am a big fan of Tina, 30 Rock is one of my favorites.