Recent Work: Vector Illustrations And Background Story Book Designs

  

Vector illustrations and background graphics for a storybook. The landscape images are facing pages, portraits are single pages. Copyright 2014

Recent Work: Ebola Exposed!

Illustrated publication commissioned in the wake of the West Africa Ebola outbreak. Ebola Exposed! is free for viewing here. Please share the link with all your friends and contacts.

Past Work: Concept Art With 'Commerce' Theme

Recent Event: Cowrie Comics And Living Scrolls' 10th Anniversary!

The Comics Hut's story started way before August 2004. I had commenced work months ahead on Oba Agberaga's Wish (later The Impossible Wish) and had also engaged the freelance services of a then budding illustrator on The Narrow Escape. Even after signing on with Literamed Publications Nig. Ltd, the early days were no picnic as I singlehandedly adapted and provided art and graphics for Daba's Golden Opportunity, Women are Precious and The Trials and Triumphs of Prince Akpan. For a list of some of the talented artists I have had the chance to work with over the years check out this earlier post. 

The realisation of my vision- a unique marriage of Afrocentric comic book content and colourful visuals through thoughtful management of multiple skill sets within a realistic business environment, forced me to develop and grow in my art direction. Giving birth to these titles has been more than mere work. It has been a labour of love and passion. Having worked on over 250 titles, I pause to take in a bird's-eye view of the progress thus far.

The first titles were released in grayscale. Following a positive response from the market the studio went full colour. 

The following are some of the available titles from the studio- a testament to the incredible amount of collaboration and synergy between talented individuals from across the nation. 

Past Work: Character Sketches for Children's Story

Past Work: Illustrations of Good and Bad Friends

 

I made these illustrations late 2008 or 2009.

Past Work: Illustrations for Supernatural Story

Recent Event: Postgraduate Training As A Teacher

I posted very little work on this site last year. This was largely due to the time I dedicated to my post-graduate studies in Education. I have spent well over a decade as a professional illustrator in the educational sector and it just made sense that I learn more about this interesting field from the perspective of the teachers. My intellectual odyssey was both challenging and eyeopening! 

Two highlights of the professional programme was my teaching practice and my course project. This was because I had to interact directly with the children within their learning environment where I put my 

theoretical learning into practice. I developed a renewed respect for primary school teachers. It is a vocation that demands both physical and mental strength. The children are so energetic and inquisitive! I really enjoyed myself and I love them! 

My appreciation to the faculty of El Peniel School, Agbalajobi Estate, Ikeja, Lagos and the proprietess Mrs. Funmi Oni. I also appreciate the pupils of Class 2 (2013 set) and their class teacher, Mrs Adeniyi. 

Recent Work: Showcase-2014 Illustrations And Designs

I recently started a new journal SHOWCASE-2014 solely for all my new media inspired illustration and designs. These works are, so far, all created with CorelDraw X3 as vector graphics. The following are various stages of development. The final works can be seen here.

Past Work: Cover Design For Primary School Book