Paul Richmond Blog

Here is a timelapse video showing part of the process for creating my latest book cover illustration. I work digitally in Photoshop, but using a pretty traditional approach. I sketch out the composition first, block in color and value, and then work with a variety of brushes and textures to refine the details. In this demo, I am painting the face of one of the characters in a realistic style. The title of the book is “Disarming Donner” by Charlie Cochet, published by Dreamspinner Press. Photoshop brushes:  http://kylebrush.com “Disarming Donner”: https://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/books/disarming-donner-by-charlie-cochet-7912-b — Step into the weird and wonderful world of artist Paul Richmond, where anything could go down -- even a pin-up boys' pants! We're all a little high on paint fumes around here, so grab a brush and join the painting party!

It is no secret that I am a huge Dolly Parton fan! Besides being super talented and adorable in every way, she has gifted us with so many pearls of wisdom over the years. Here are my top 10 favorite Dollyisms - quotes from the queen of Dollywood herself on life, love, and how to look like a hooker. --- Step into the weird and wonderful world of artist Paul Richmond, where anything could go down -- even a pin-up boys' pants! We're all a little high on paint fumes around here, so grab a brush and join the painting party!

Happy Friday!  That means it's time for another #FridayFreebies Cheesecake Boy coloring page. Be sure to share your coloring masterpieces with me by posting them all over social media with the hashtag #PAULRICHMONDSTUDIO. Download the hi-res, uncensored version and get started: http://paulrichmondstudio.com/fridayfreebies

You asked the questions. Melissa Forman and I answer them. Like usual, things get out of control! --- Step into the weird and wonderful world of artist Paul Richmond, where anything could go down -- even a pin-up boys' pants! We're all a little high on paint fumes around here, so grab a brush and join the painting party!

Comedian Chris Bryant is this week’s FridayFreebies Cheesecake Boy! Who doesn’t love cupcakes? Print him out and color him at  http://paulrichmondstudio.com/fridayfreebies  - will only be available for one week!

Bill Sanders is a celebrated political cartoonist who was way ahead of his time. He is known for his progressive, biting commentary on civil liberties and civil rights issues. Many of the problems we are still grappling with today like corporate greed and corruption, gun control, racial inequality, gender bias, LGBT rights, and women’s health are portrayed in Sanders’ work dating back to the 1960’s! Come along with me to the opening reception for an exhibit of his powerful and important illustrations - we need them now more than ever! The show, Bill Sanders: Against the Grain at Open Ground Studios in Monterey, California, was lovingly curated by Denese Sanders, the artist’s daughter and Artistic Director at OGS.  See more of Bill Sanders' incredible work: http://sanderscartoon.blogspot.com Learn more about Open Ground Studios: http://www.opengroundstudios.com

Holy Gluteus Maximus, Batman -- it's time for FridayFreebies! My weekly pinup boy free coloring pic giveaway. It's only available for one week and then he'll get yanked away, so download the "uncensored" version now and start coloring: http://paulrichmondstudio.com/fridayfreebies

Mark Schall is a life coach, so I wanted to ask him some challenging life questions in our game of Would You Rather! Check out Mark’s radio show: http://markmywordsradio.com --- Step into the weird and wonderful world of artist Paul Richmond, where anything could go down -- even a pin-up boys' pants! We're all a little high on paint fumes around here, so grab a brush and join the painting party!