Ricky Gervais Caricature

This is a caricature sketch of Ricky Gervais.

Daily Caricature Sketch - Kim Jong Il

After illustrating Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin yesterday, I thought it might make a nice series to illustrate various leaders around the globe. I like the look of the subject in front of their country's flag.

Today I chose to create a caricature of Kim Jong Il, North Korea's leader. Apparently, he suffered a stroke in August of 2008 and it is unclear as to his exact health as he hasn't made too many public appearances since then. When he is eventually succeeded could that mean an end to the Communist reign in North Korea? Doubt it, as it looks like his son Kim Jong Un will be the new leader. If that is the case, let's hope his son is a walking caricature like his father. It makes for easier work for someone like me.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Vladimir Putin

On Tuesday, President Obama met with the Russian Prime Minister and former President Vladimir Putin. It's nice to see our current President reaching out to countries whose relations have been hurt by our former President.

I thought Putin had a great face for a caricature study. This time I wanted to illustrate it in a similar way to my painting style. I use an expressionistic style to try and evoke a feeling rather than an exact photographic rendition of the subject. The feeling for me? As a former KGB officer, Putin is a guy that you really don't want to piss off.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Ray Romano

Looks like dinosaurs can hold their own against giant, alien robots. The newest Ice Age came in a very close 2nd at the box office just behind Transformers. I thought it would make a great opportunity to draw Ray Romano who voices the character of Manny in the Ice Age franchise.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Johnny Depp

Even though "Public Enemies", starring Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, was released on July 1, I'm seeing more buzz around recent photos of Depp as the Mad Hatter in Tim Burton's version of "Alice in Wonderland" set to hit the theaters in 2010. The images for the movie look amazing but, let's hope it's a better outcome than their collaboration on "Sleepy Hollow" or "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Michael Jackson

Well . . . you just knew I was going to have to draw this one eventually. Love him or hate him, there's no denying that he was an amazing performer.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Shia LaBeouf

Things have been a little busy around here for me so, I haven't been able to post a new sketch in awhile. But, never fear, I had the chance last night to work on a new caricature.

I decided, with an unknowing suggestion from my better half, to illustrate Shia LaBeouf. After all, he is in the lead role of the current number one movie, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" which has raked in over $200,000,000. I haven't contributed yet to those box office sales as I wasn't a huge fan of the first Transformers movie but, I am a big fan of Mr. LaBeouf's work. I don't know if it is lame but, I thought his Disney show "Even Stevens" was a riot (I do have kids). Also, Hollywood and fame doesn't seem to have made him too egotistic yet. Let's hope that can last.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - David Letterman

I guess David Letterman was in a little hot water this week with the Sarah Palin camp as he made a joke about one of Palin's daughters that Palin found to be offensive to young women everywhere. I am by no means a Palin supporter, far from it, however I do agree that comedians should leave the politicians kids alone and focus only on the politician. In Palin's case, there is plenty of material to work with.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

Yesterday, news channels were constantly reporting on demonstrations worldwide against the elections in Iran. Many Iranian citizens felt their votes were not counted and that the outcome of the election was controlled by current president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy has a new movie opening up today titled "Imagine That".

I first saw Eddie Murphy on "Saturday Night Live". He had so many great skits on that show. It's hard to choose a favorite but, I might have to go with "Mister Robinson's Neighborhood". You can see it on Hulu.com if you haven't seen that one.

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Donald Trump

Donald Trump is in the news again. He has agreed to the firing of Carrie Prejean from her title of Miss California. My question: What took so long?

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Daily Caricature Sketch - Newt Gingrich

Newt Gingrich, former House Speaker, has said that President Obama's plan to fix the economy has "already failed". Why is it that we can give George Bush 8 years to destroy the economy and President Obama only 100 days to fix it?

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Daily Caricature Sketch - David Carradine

It's sad to lose this guy. Loved him in "Kung Fu" when I was a kid. Loved that he scared the crap out of me as Bill in "Kill Bill".

Daily Caricature Sketch - Dustin Hoffman

No real reason for drawing Dustin Hoffman today other than I love the guy as an actor.

Daily Caricature Sketch - Angelina Jolie

When I read today that Forbes Magazine has announced that Angelina Jolie has replaced Oprah Winfrey as the most powerful celebrity in the world, I instantly thought of the Godfather. Or, maybe it would be more like the Godfather 2 since the Godfather is now being replaced. Either way I wanted to do a sketch of Angelina in the style of the Godfather movie posters. I think I'll work this one further into a more finished illustration.

Daily Caricature - Jon & Kate Gosselin

My subjects today are Jon & Kate Gosselin of "Jon & Kate Plus Eight". My only comment about these two is . . . why? Why is it that two people with absolutely no creative talent or real contribution to entertainment can get a show and make oodles of money? Why is it that every time you turn around they are on the news or a magazine cover? Why do they have security? Are they really of star status that they need bodyguards?

I guess I shouldn't be too harsh on them though. It seems that anyone who puts out a litter of kids is in line for a reality show. And, truthfully they make great subjects for comedians and gave me something to draw today.

Daily Caricature - Conan O'Brien

I may have to rename this blog series as something other than Daily Caricature as I'm having trouble getting one drawn everyday.

Conan O'Brien premiered last night as the new Tonight Show host replacing Jay Leno. I thought he would make a good subject today.

Daily Caricature - Kevin Bacon

I read today, although I had heard this before, that Hollywood is re-making Footloose. This was the dance/musical movie of my generation and introduced me to Kevin Bacon. I've remained a big fan of his since then.

I had a little more time today to work on my caricature so, I decided to try a different style. Something more sketchy with more detail. I know this goes against my premise of trying to simplify my work but, I wanted to try something else.

Daily Caricature - Ben Stiller

Mr. Ben Stiller had a good holiday this past weekend as his movie, "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian", was number one at the box office bringing in $70.1 million.

Daily Caricature - Adam Lambert

American Idol Runner-Up Adam Lambert is my choice today. A lot of people are comparing him to the late, great Freddy Mercury of Queen. I, on the other hand, see a reincarnation of Ziggy Stardust.