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We have all seen some really talented artists in various forms of media. It seems that there is a very large community over on Deviant Art. I find myself frequently visiting the site and just being blown away. I happen to stumble on Jeremy’s Art Gallery and boy was I amazed. A very interesting art style that really stands out. Also does some really bitchin Pokemon!!! Be sure to check out his Art Gallery. Here is a little Q&A session I had with Jeremy.

Artist of the Week: Jeremy M. Jack

Deviant Art

What’s been your inspiration for art?

As a child I was very inspired by Disney. Then came Don Bluth and he was like the ANTI-Disney. When i saw The Secret of Nihm I felt my whole life had changed… After which I saw the work of Norman Rockwell and art made a difference to me. Then came comics, and Jim Lee revolutionized the way I drew. Then Jae Lee blew my mind by proving comic art didn’t have to follow a specific “style”. Right now I am HUGELY inspired by greats like Matteo Scalera and Sean “Cheeks” Galloway. In fact I am taking Sean’s Schoolism course this semester and I can’t wait! As far as people close to me, I must give credit to my cousin Travis Story, who gave me the greatest tales to tell through my art. And my good friend Clayton Bodley, who gave me the best characters and a real drive to persue my art.

What supplies do you use for your art?

While my pieces look very digital in the end… I begin with pencil (usually non-photo blue) then detail in darker pencils. My lines are done on high quality tracing paper with ink. I then scan the lines, level them in Photoshop CS4, and color in the same program. Actually pretty simple if you think about it.

Any advice for a beginners?

It may sound cliche’ but DRAW DRAW DRAW… And when you wanna quit, KEEP DRAWING! Study art… In every genre. We can learn from every part of the field. Don’t be discouraged if you see art that you feel is better than your own. Learn from it. Give credit to those that help you on your journey. Have integrity. And most important HAVE FUN!

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