March 15, 2009

I'm heading out of town for a few days, and will be taking a couple of days off from posting. Never fear my faithful Untilisaurus-heads...I will be back with a bang in a no time! Until then, I leave you with a simple observation only made possible from The Age of Prosperity!

The Age of Prosperity #15

March 09, 2009

Birthday celebrations are over, and now it's back to the grind of finding the best way to survive. Davey always falls into challenges that he's way not prepared for.

The Age of Prosperity #14

March 05, 2009

With the cold weather still lurking around, Davey will try to milk the landlord for all he's worth! One of the greatest things is having your gas bills paid for during the dead of winter! Just make sure not to abuse your privileges! Oh...when will Davey learn?


To see the beginning to this genius scheme, see the post from February 25th.

March 02, 2009

I don't know about all you Utilisaurusheads out there, but here in NYC it is AWFUL out. We got a massive amount of snow last night, which always makes going out for anything absolutely MISERABLE! After getting to the office, the last thing you want to do is sit there, knowing you have to go back out in it hours later. Davey just got it out of the way, faked it with the boss, and went home to a toasty, comfy couch. You can't tell me that everyone hasn't pulled a fast one with the boss at least once in their lives? Hey, we all deserve at least one!

The Age of Prosperity #14

If you're digging the comic, check out AOP #1-13 throughout the Blog. Just click on the tag, "The Age of Prosperity" (below), and they'll all be in your face for enjoyment in less than a second! Thanks for checking em out!

February 25, 2009

Through the proclamation that, people who aren't experiencing the recession shouldn't complain about it, I say "go to town, Davey!" At least for me, he's become quite an enlightened face in these dismal times.

The Age of Prosperity #13

The Age of Prosperity #14


PLUS...The FABULOUS group of illustrators, from the US and Canada that I'm a part of, The Sketch Motel has DOMINATED everything that is the promotional mailer! Check out the PDF of the posters that were printed. Quite entertaining!

THE SKETCH MOTEL SUPER VILLAINS!

February 22, 2009

The Age of Prosperity #12

If only we all could be as smooth as Davey.

To see other moments of Davey wooing the ladies, check out the posts on February 15th & February 8th.

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

February 15, 2009

So, here is the finished piece for the private commission I mentioned yesterday. I am very pleased with the result, and believe it will live as a great tribute to his feline companion.



Still, The Utilisaurus isn't all about the gloomy illos...so for a lighter touch, here is the newest strip from, THE AGE OF PROSPERITY!

The Age of Prosperity #11

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009


ONE MORE THING! As I was featured in my hometown newspaper this past week, another paper from the adjacent town reprinted the article, as well as including my Beatles illo. It's been really nice getting some recognition from my old community, and I'm very thankful.

February 08, 2009

I just returned from seeing the SPECTACULARLY AMAZING claymation film, Colaline. For all you Utilisaurusheads who are stimulated by anything wonderfully creative...see this film, again...again...and AGAIN!

The Age of Prosperity #10

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

February 06, 2009

ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY - TIME
From the Utilisaurus vaults, here we see the re-posting of January 25th's piece, which works pretty well with today's topic. Einstein showed that space is curved, time is relative, and time travel is theoretically possible.



Feeling a little more care-free on this Friday, then may I present you all with...THE AGE OF PROSPERITY #9!

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

February 03, 2009

I think today's sketchbook illo is a little hit or miss. I believe it depicts the specific individual, but it could've been a little more accurate. Still though, mention BEETS, and you most of you will know who it is.


For all of you Utilisaurus viewers who are less impressed with todays piece, I present you with The Age of Prosperity, Strip #8!

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

January 31, 2009

Here are two BRAND NEW strips of The Age of Prosperity. Here we can see the classic situations that seem to forever fill Davey's life...debt stress, and scamming the man.

Strip#6

Strip #7

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

For this weeks Illustration Friday posting, "FLAWED", check out the post from January 30. January 30, 2009.

January 26, 2009

I've been getting a few comments and emails lately regarding my comic, THE AGE OF PROSPERITY, and I couldn't be more thrilled! I've become really psyched about this project, so for today's posting, I present you with strips #4 & #5, along with inked character drawings of Luke(L) and Davey(R). Please let me know what you guys think of the comic...I'd really like to get some people as into it as I am...well, that might be a little too much, but you know what I mean!

The STUDLY cast of The Age of Prosperity

Strip #4

Strip #5

© The Age of Prosperity, 2009

January 25, 2009

INSPIRATION SERIES, #2 - Albert Einstein
I'm a big fan of science, mainly the discoveries and breakthroughs of the early 20th century...and with a big interest in theoretical physics, I draw inspiration from Einstein. I'm not necessarily saying that Einstein inspires my art because of his mathematical models and advancement in the core of physics, but it's mainly due to his sheer dedication to the field, overlooking dozens of very vocal opponents to his theories...and knowing in his mind and heart he had the answer.

THE AGE OF PROSPERITY

Now, there are some people who use their sheer brilliance more towards surviving, finding their next meal under any circumstances...which as we see from Davey, is pretty extreme! Hey, the economy may be sitting right next to that old pie he found in the dumpster!


© The Age of Prosperity, 2009 - Strip #3

The Age of Prosperity #1
The Age of Prosperity #2

January 22, 2009

I am a ridiculous tennis fan, and thanks to the SPECTACULAR matches that have been played in the first week of the 2009 season at The Australian Open in Melbourne, The Utilisaurus is pleased to present an action packed, WICKED BACKHAND SLICE!

Check out that sweet free product placement on his T-shirt!
I've been told that Nike is eternally grateful.





ALSO, strips #1 & #2 of The Age of Prosperity can see seen below, or by clicking the links. Please continue to stop by and explore lots more!

The Age of Prosperity strip #1

The Age of Prosperity strip #2

January 21, 2009

Throughout my life, I believe I've drawn and experienced the magic of thousands of places, people, and random worlds to encounter. I really thought hard about it, and I'm pretty positive that this is only the second wild west drawing I've ever done...EVER. I can remember the last drawing I did under this theme, but I was six years old...so I guess I'm well due. It's such a random community/time period to draw, and there were TONS of great characters that all ended up at the ye olde Saloon, which I know I'll be visiting again sometime soon.

If that wasn't enough Utilisaurus overload...then, I give you the second appearance of, THE AGE OF PROSPERITY!

In this strip, we see the emergence of the other recurring character, Davey's roommate, Luke.

LUKE- Always a friend first, he often takes on the role as therapist, or a somewhat voice of reason in Davey’s life. As we all know things that we wish weren’t true about the unfairness that is being a grown-up, Luke usually ends up being the one to deliver this crucial blow of truth..., which in the end is always the right thing. Still, no one can be perfect all the time, and we soon see Luke eventually drawn into Davey’s new ways of scamming some opportunity to make things just a little bit easier in both their lives. But then, just as things turn up badly, Luke can often be the one sitting there, with the shivering parental voice of, “I told you so.”


© The Age of Prosperity, 2009 - Strip #2

January 19, 2009

So thanks to EVERYONE once again for stopping by the blog, commenting, and even some are going so far as to become FOLLOWERS to the great Utilisaurus! Now, they are the lucky few to be updated every time I post a brand stylin' new illo...which as you all can see, is pretty frequent.

Here is another character study, which relates to the concept as seen on January 13th. I focused in on one character, to show different action shots and poses. Once again, the character is a little toned town stylistically, which can be a good thing from time to time.

So, if all the cartoon action today isn't enough for you, here also is the beginning of various posts of my newly created, self published comic strip, THE AGE OF PROSPERITY!

The Age of Prosperity is a strip, focused primarily on the life of newly graduated, student loan drowning, penny pinching, dumpster diving 24 year old, Davey. So much more about this character and others will unfold throughout the daily posts, which will be posted at random times...SO, please stop by frequently. It'll be quite the relaxing and enjoyable 10 seconds in all our stressful, workaday lives...which you will soon be able to see, it's quite similar to Davey's!


© The Age of Prosperity, 2009 - Strip #1