Sunday, May 12, 2019

How to Order Boat and Water Ski Caricatures

9 Funny Boating and Waterskiing Caricature Ideas
created by JessPerna.com
Made in the USA
To order yours or ask questions call 
art director, Judy Cutler 800-493-3239

1- The ad below was created for a man who removes water from boat linings while in dry dock.  The artist needs a clear photo of the person he is to draw.
Cabin Cruiser Cartoon Ad
Cabin Cruiser Cartoon Ad

 2- The cartoon below of a man sailing a catamaran boat was made for an employee gift.  Give an accurate descripton of the outfit including colors, a photo of the boat and the man.

Catamaran and Man Cartoon Art
Catamaran and Man Cartoon Art
 3- Honeymoon couple on a Jet Ski caricature wedding thank you note.   Send photos of the couple.


Couple on Jet Ski Caricature
Couple on Jet Ski Caricature

 4- Couple Paddleboarding on vacation caricature.

Couple on Paddleboard Caricature
Couple on Paddleboard Caricature
 5- Man rowing boat on a moutain lake birthay gift caricature.  The artist needs a description of the scene and a photo of the person.


Man Rowing Boat Caricature
Man Rowing Boat Caricature
 6- Woman sailing boat on the ocean caricature.

Woman Sailing Boat Caricature
Woman Sailing Boat Caricature

 7- Man piloting cruiser past a light house in the tropics caricature.

Man on Speed Boat Caricature
Man on Speed Boat Caricature
8- Couples waterskiing caricatures.

Couple Water Skiing Caricature
Couple Water Skiing Caricature


Couple Water Skiing Caricature
Couple Water Skiing Caricature
To see thousands more pieces of art by Jess Perna visit us.
Made in the USA
To order yours or ask questions call 
art director, Judy Cutler 800-493-3239

Friday, May 10, 2019

7 Ideas for Retirement Caricatures to Make Them Smile


 7 Ideas for Planning a Retirement Caricature
Click the links below the cartoons 
to see the photos of the retirees!

1 - Most people when they retire have ideas of what they want to do in the future.  The man holding the retirement countdown clock wanted a vintage car to tool around in.  His plumbing tools are flying out the back because he is done!

Plumber Retirement Caricature Man Driving Vintage Car
Plumber Retirement Caricature Man Driving Car

2- The man below drove a trash truck for many years and is waving goodbye with the trash falling out the back.  He is carefree!

Garbage Truck Driver Retirement Caricature
Garbage Truck Driver Retirement Caricature

 3- The couple below enjoy hot air ballooning.  The lady collected ceramic frogs.  They were retiring from distributing magazines to stores.  The art is funny because it incorporates all these things while the We Will Miss You! inscription shows they were liked at work.
Retirement Couple in a Hot Air Balloon
Retirement Couple in a Hot Air Balloon

 4- The man playing the guitar was not going to wear ties anymore after retirement and he just wanted to strum his guitar so he let the dog drive.  He had restored this vintage car and his friend had him drawn sitting in it to add to the fun!

Retirement Caricature of Man Playing Guitar
Man Playing Guitar Retirement Pic

 5- This American Airlines pilot was retiring and going off on sports adventures in his own plan.  The banner below touts him as "Retired - Not Tired!  This is a great note for someone with a lot of energy for his future endeavors!

Retirement Caricature for Airline Pilot
Retirement Caricature for Airline Pilot
6- The man below was retiring to play golf and drive his Sheby Cobra car around town.  His wife had their initals put on the car in a heart. The personal touches make the difference!


Golfer Retirement Caricature


 7-The train conductor below is sitting on a toy train and waving goodbye!

Train conductor retirement caricature
Train conductor retirement caricature

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Monday, May 6, 2019

8 Steps to Ordering a Black and White Digital Portrait

8 Steps to Ordering a Black and White Digital Portrait

1- Find an artist whose work you admire.
Black and White Line Art Portrait

2- Tell the artist what size you will need the illustration width x heightWidth is always first.  

Black and White Portrait from a Photo
Black and White Portrait from a Photo

3- Tell the artist how many illustrations you require and how many subjects will be in each piece.  For instance: 1 subject, or 2 subjects in one piece or 6 pieces each with one subject.  Make your needs clear.  Next ask the artist's turn around time for the type of art you have described. Many times customers will ask a turn around time without stating exactly what and how many illustions are needed. 


Digital Portrait Drawn from a Photo
Digital Portrait Drawn from a Photo

4- Know the deadline date you will need the finished art. Next count back a few days to have some breathing space.  For instance, if it is for an article do not tell the artist the publication date.  Instead they will need to know the date you must have it.     Example:  if today is the first of the month and you need to forward it to the publication on the 23rd tell the artist you need it by the 20th. Make sure the date you must have it is on the contract the artist will create for your order.  

Magazine Journalist Line Art Portrait Ad
Magazine Journalist Line Art Portrait Ad


5- Depending on the artist's schedule there can be rush fees.   If it means the artist must fit it in to their already busy schedule which is why you should first describe your needs in as outlined in paragraph 3.  This way you know they are not charging extra for a rush fee if your order fits in their normal schedule.
Digital Portrait Drawn from a Photo
Digital Portraits Drawn from Photos

6- The artist will need a clear, large, close-up photo of the subject.  In the sample below the photo has been reduced for the purpose of example.  The photo was much bigger than shown.


Black and White Portrait from a Photo
Black and White Portrait from a Photo
7- If there is to be a background explain what you need to the artist.
Digital Portrait Drawn from Life Magazine Cover
Digital Portrait Drawn from Life Magazine Cover

8- Expect to pay for the art at contract signing.  Proof read the contract to insure your important details are included.

We hope this article has been helpful!  JessPerna.com

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Artist Jess Perna Drawing
Artist Jess Perna Drawing



Sunday, May 5, 2019

How I Earned $50 Illustrating a Magazine Cover

How I Earned $50 Illustrating a Magazine Cover
When I was 11 a neighbor who edited the magazine for The Briard Club of America hired me to draw his dog for the cover.  He was my friend's dad and was familiar with my drawing ability.   For the printing process they need it to be black and white so I had to use pen and ink. He gave me a photo for reference since there was no way the dog would pose for 3 hours.  $50 is a lot of money to a kid so I gave it my best shot.

It was a challenge to see the dogs eyes with his hair drooping over the eyes.  I was concerned about the result but he was really happy with it and I put some money in the bank with my eye on a first car in 5 years time. I had been saving for a car since I was 6  and people were paying me $1 a card for greeting cards.  My mom and a neighbor were my best customers.  They were saving money on store cards and I was stashing it away.

About 15 years later I was contacted by The Briard Club of America and asked if it was okay that they use the art again for an anniversary cover.  I couldn't believe they still had it.  I was thrilled.  Here is my drawing from 1983. To see a few more thousand pieces of my art visit JessPerna.com.  I hope you enjoy the art and thanks for stopping by.

The Briard Club of America Magazine Cover Illustration
The Briard Club of America Magazine Cover Illustration